Our Aluminum-Ion Graphene battery is a testament to our mission to drive society's shift towards sustainable energy: Sabyasachi Das

Bangalore-based Nordische Energy Systems Pvt Ltd is a new age innovative startup in energy storage technology that was founded in 2022.

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A core group of Scientists equipped with advanced PhD degrees are at the forefront of R&D activities of the company. Nordische has collaborated with Government of India institutes like CIPET Bangalore and CSIR-AMPRI Bhopal to carry out extensive research and testing. It has also developed a network of international affiliates in Germany, Spain and the US to promote the technology. One of its key affiliates Albufera Energy Storage S.I. of Spain has already used Nordische's technology to produce the world's first commercial grade Aluminum Graphene Pouch Cell.

Speaking to The Statesman, Sabyasachi Das, Founder and CEO of Nordische Energy Systems Pvt Ltd, a leading innovator in advanced energy storage solutions, explains how this ground-breaking technology is tailored to transform several sectors including three key sectors: EV, Consumer Portable Electronics, Grid-scale Energy Storage, and also delves at length about the energy storage solutions market.

Q: You have recently rolled out your commercial grade pouch cells using your path-breaking Aluminum-Ion Graphene battery technology. Please tell us about this.

A: This revolutionary innovation is designed to support society's transition to sustainable energy solutions, providing a high-performance and eco-friendly alternative to lithium-ion batteries.

Nordische Energy's Aluminum-Ion Graphene battery offers unparalleled features that make it a game-changer in energy storage:

• High Energy Density: Delivers 220 Wh/kg, enabling powerful and compact energy storage solutions.

• Ultra-Fast Charging: Achieves an impressive 10C charging rate, dramatically reducing downtime for users.

• Extended Lifespan: Provides over 3,000 charge-discharge cycles, exceeding the durability of lithium-ion counterparts.

• Sustainability: Utilizes aluminum, an abundant, cost-effective, and recyclable material, reducing reliance on scarce and hazardous resources like lithium and cobalt.