Imagine a battery where energy is stored in liquid solutions rather than solid electrodes. This is the fundamental principle of Vanadium Flow Batteries, which utilise vanadium ions in four different oxidation states, derived from vanadium pentoxide (V2O5). These ions are dissolved in separate tanks and pumped through a central chamber where they exchange electrons to generate electricity.
Vanadium Flow Batteries are particularly effective for long-duration, stationary energy storage due to the unique properties of vanadium and the innovative design of the battery. Unlike traditional batteries that degrade with use, vanadium’s ability to exist in multiple oxidation states makes it ideal for this type of battery. This allows the energy to be stored in liquid vanadium electrolytes, separate from the power generation process managed by the electrodes.
These batteries are revolutionising the energy landscape and play a crucial role in achieving the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The SDGs aim to end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure prosperity for all. Vanadium Flow Batteries contribute directly to several of these goals by enabling large-scale integration of renewable energy sources like solar and wind, thus supporting SDG #7 (Affordable and Clean Energy) and SDG #13 (Climate Action).
Moreover, the extended lifespan and recyclable components of Vanadium Flow Batteries minimise environmental impact, aligning with SDG #12 (Responsible Consumption and Production). These batteries are essential technology in the pursuit of a sustainable future.
Vanadium Flow Batteries represent a significant advancement in energy storage, providing a sustainable solution that supports global efforts to achieve a cleaner, more prosperous future.
Ferro-Alloy Resources Ltd (LON:FAR) is developing the giant Balasausqandiq vanadium deposit in Kyzylordinskaya oblast of southern Kazakhstan. The ore at this deposit is unlike that of nearly all other primary vanadium deposits and is capable of being treated by a much lower cost process.