Li-Ion Batteries: A Review of a Key Technology for Transport Decarbonization

Daniele Stampatori, Pier Paolo Raimondi and Michel Noussan
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Daniele Stampatori: Fondazione Eni Enrico Mattei, Corso Magenta 63, 20123 Milano, Italy
Pier Paolo Raimondi: Fondazione Eni Enrico Mattei, Corso Magenta 63, 20123 Milano, Italy
Michel Noussan: Fondazione Eni Enrico Mattei, Corso Magenta 63, 20123 Milano, Italy

Energies, 2020, vol. 13, issue 10, 1-23

Abstract: Lithium ion batteries are experiencing an increased success thanks to their interesting performances, in particular for electric vehicles applications. Their continuous technological improvements in the last years are providing higher energy density and lower manufacturing costs. However, the environmental performance of their supply chain is of paramount importance to guarantee a cleaner alternative to fossil-based solutions on the entire life cycle of the applications. This paper carries out a comprehensive review on the main aspects related to Li-ion batteries manufacturing, to support the readers in understanding the complexity of the subject and the main challenges and opportunities for the future developments of this technology. The paper discusses the expected future demand of batteries; the main aspects related to the supply chain, including existing assets, input materials and alternative technologies; the end-of-life of batteries; the environmental impacts; and the main geopolitical implications.

Keywords: lithium batteries; electric vehicles; sustainability; emissions; environment (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: Q Q0 Q4 Q40 Q41 Q42 Q43 Q47 Q48 Q49 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2020
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