22.01.2024
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In a new study by the Fraunhofer Institute for Systems and Innovation Research (ISI), the international battery policies of leading countries are analyzed in detail.
The study, commissioned by the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF), focuses on lithium-ion, solid-state and alternative battery technologies. The countries examined include Japan, South Korea, China, the USA, Europe and Germany in particular.
European battery ecosystem key to decarbonization
The study emphasizes the need for Europe to continue making progress towards decarbonization in the energy and transport sector. In particular, a European battery ecosystem with scaled production and circular supply chains is seen as crucial to achieving these goals. However, the challenges posed by international crises and alliances being put to the test ensure that the focus is on access to critical technologies.
International comparisons of battery policies
Under the title "Benchmarking International Battery Policies", a detailed international comparison of battery policies is provided. The focus is on the political goals and strategies of the countries examined. The authors analyzed national announcements, publications and roadmaps to understand the performance indicators and funding strategies of these countries.
Funding in battery research on the rise
The study shows that all countries considered are pursuing their own goals to become less dependent on international supply chains. One common goal is climate neutrality by 2045 (Germany) or 2050, with the exception of China (2060). While all countries have significantly increased their public funding for research and development (R&D) since 2014, funding has doubled or tripled in some cases compared to the situation before 2020.
Cross-country analysis of performance indicators
Important performance indicators such as energy density, cycle life and costs are analyzed in a cross-country context. Each country has defined different KPIs with varying degrees of feasibility. China, for example, focuses on a wide range of KPIs for different battery types, while South Korea focuses on a smaller number of KPIs for specific technologies.
Results at a glance:
- Germany : Specific targets for performance parameters and production processes.
- China : Focus on international market share, increasingly qualitative parameters.
- Japan : Expansion of production capacities for lithium-ion batteries.
- USA : Open-technology strategy with a focus on costs and sustainability.
- South Korea : International leadership role, clear R & D focus.
- EU : Supply-side battery policy with sustainability targets.
Outlook and conclusion of the study
The study emphasizes that due to the current geopolitical situation and the market ramp-up in electromobility between 2020 and 2030, all countries have quite up-to-date strategies for battery ecosystems. Future policy strategies should focus on key performance indicators and monitoring the status quo in order to effectively utilize the growing funding budgets. The study concludes that there is no universal approach to promoting technology development, but that a differentiated view of performance indicators is required to achieve the diverse goals of the countries.
The entire study can be found on the website of the Fraunhofer Institute for Systems and Innovation Research (ISI) .
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