A cascaded life cycle: reuse of electric vehicle lithium-ion battery packs in energy storage systems

Ahmadi, Leila; Young, Steven B.; Fowler, Michael; Fraser, Roydon; Achachlouei, Mohammad Ahmadi

doi:10.1007/s11367-015-0959-7

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“…However, the energy efficiency fade (a degradation in battery state-ofhealth) is a considerable determinant of potential performance for second use. In addition, as the other authors Ahmadi et al (2016) conclude that only by consuming clean energy sources for both use and reuse, the overall environmental pollution is reduced.…”

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“…Resources could be saved in the so-called cascading approach as second use. Ahmadi et al (2016) present a cascaded life cycle of reuse of electric vehicle lithium-ion battery packs in stationary energy storage systems and demonstrate a case study. Their study characterizes the extended lifetime of lithium-ion battery packs using a complex functional unit to cover both use and reuse phases over an 18-year lifetime.…”

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“…A large-scale adoption of EVs will potentially affect reserves of these minerals, and extensive and efficient recycling systems, which are currently poorly developed, will be needed [405]. Other authors have focused on the reuse of EV batteries for stationary storage as a way of minimizing LC impacts [406][407][408][409], but have not analyzed the effect of delaying scrapping in future resource availability. Toxicity impacts resulting from mining processes associated with the production of electric powertrain components are also an area of concern [370], [374].…”

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The challenging paradigm of interrelated energy systems towards a more sustainable future

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This paper brings together several contemporary topics in energy systems aiming to provide a literature review based reflection on how several interrelated energy systems can contribute together to a more sustainable world. Some directions are discussed, such as the improvement of the energy efficiency and environmental performance of the systems, the development of new technologies, the increase of the use of renewable energy sources, the promotion of holistic and multidisciplinary studies, and the implementation of new management rules and "eco-friendly and sustainable" oriented policies at different scales. The interrelations of the diverse energy systems are also discussed in order to address their main social-economic-environmental impacts. The subjects covered include the assessment of the electricity market and its main players (demand, supply, distribution), the evaluation of some urban systems (buildings, transportation, commuting), the analysis of the implementation of renewable energy cooperatives, the discussion of the diffusion of the electric vehicle and the importance of new bioenergy systems. This paper also presents relevant research carried out in the framework of both the Energy for Sustainability Initiative of the University of Coimbra and the Sustainable Energy Systems focus area of the MIT-Portugal Program. To conclude, several research topics that should be addressed in the near future are proposed.

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“…For example, Ref. [39] describes a "cascaded lifecycle" for Li-Ion batteries, first used in electric vehicles (EV) and thereafter in stationary applications. However, their study does not consider different options at the end of the first lifecycle, which is the EOL of the EV battery.…”

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Cascade Use and the Management of Product Lifecycles

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This paper explores the challenges related to the End-Of-Life phase of products and circular systems of reuse and recycling within the commonly established frameworks of product lifecycles. Typically, Original Equipment Manufacturer-centric supply chain perspectives neglect the complexity at the End-Of-Life where many third-parties are involved in reuse and recycling activities. Based on a review of product lifecycle and related recycling literature, this study proposes the application of 'cascades', a term originally coined within the biomass domain. We propose and subsequently apply the 'cascade use methodology' and identify additional and value-adding End-Of-Life solutions for products and materials. The adoption of cascade utilization into product lifecycles is analyzed and critically discussed using case studies from independent remanufacturing and tire recycling, focusing on the End-Of-Life while excluding business models as renting or sharing. Although theoretically feasible, we argue that the practical adoption of 'cascade use' deserves more attention from researchers and practitioners in order to become an integral part of the comprehensive management of product lifecycles.

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A cascaded life cycle: reuse of electric vehicle lithium-ion battery packs in energy storage systems

Cited by 253 publications

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