What is Ambri liquid metal battery technology?

Ambri Liquid Metal battery technology fundamentally changes the way electric grids operate by increasing the contribution from renewable sources – enabling grid-scale solar and wind farms to replace coal, oil and natural gas peaker plants.

Will Ambri build manufacturing facilities to supply its long-duration battery systems?

Ambri will build manufacturing facilities to supply its long-duration battery systems. Credit: Ambri. US-based battery technology developer Ambri has secured a $144m investment in a financing round to build manufacturing facilities to supply its long-duration battery systems.

How long do Ambri batteries last?

Ambri systems are particularly suited for high-usage applications, such as shifting energy from daytime solar generation to evening and morning peak load times. The batteries are designed to last for durations ranging from 4 to 24 hours. The company is securing customers for large-scale projects with commercial operation dates in 2023 and beyond.

Are Ambri batteries safe?

Ambri battery cells are highly tolerant of over-charging or over-discharging, and are not subject to thermal runaway, electrolyte decomposition, or electrolyte off-gassing, each of which could lead to significant safety events with other cell chemistries. Ambri batteries are responsibly produced and their materials can be reused.

Are Ambri batteries safe for GWh-sized deployments?

For GWh-sized deployments, Ambri-based 1-MWh systems are modular and scalable to meet demand. Ambri battery cells are highly tolerant of over-charging or over-discharging, and are not subject to thermal runaway, electrolyte decomposition, or electrolyte off-gassing, each of which could lead to significant safety events with other cell chemistries.

Are Ambri batteries sustainable?

“Our firm has been focused on emerging technologies that provide sustainability solutions now, and Ambri’s one-of-a-kind batteries fit the bill,” said Mark Comora, President of Fortistar.