India Mumbai Energy Storage Power Station bans lithium batteries

Does India have an energy storage obligation?

Image: Alok Sharma via Twitter. India’s government has added an Energy Storage Obligation alongside its Renewable Purchase Obligation for the first time. Meanwhile, a government thinktank has predicted around 180GWh of demand for batteries for stationary energy storage systems (ESS) by 2030.

Does India have a lithium mining ban?

So far, India has always been import-dependent, not only for lithium, but also other minerals such as nickel and cobalt. Now, in order to reduce dependency on imports and grow further in the EV manufacturing space, experts reckon the government has lifted the ban on lithium mining.

How many GWh will India's energy storage demand be by 2030?

Meanwhile, a government thinktank has predicted around 180GWh of demand for batteries for stationary energy storage systems (ESS) by 2030. India’s government has added an Energy Storage Obligation alongside its Renewable Purchase Obligation for the first time.

Why are lithium-ion batteries banned in public transportation?

In some cases, lithium-ion batteries have been banned outright on public transportation due to the potential safety risks. For example, in 2019, New York City’s Metropolitan Transportation Authority banned the use of hoverboards, which are powered by lithium-ion batteries, on all buses and trains.

Can private companies sustainably mine lithium ion batteries?

The batteries used in EVs require a significant amount of lithium; for instance, the battery of a Tesla Model S uses around 12 kg of lithium. Additionally, lithium-ion batteries also have use cases in many other electronic products. Industry experts reckon that the ability for private companies to sustainably mine lithium could be a game changer.

Why are lithium ion batteries banned in waste disposal?

One reason why LIBs are banned in waste disposal is the potential for fires. When lithium-ion batteries are crushed or punctured, the electrodes inside can come into contact with each other and cause a short circuit. This can lead to a thermal runaway reaction, where the battery heats up and releases gases that can cause an explosion or fire.