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FBE’s key takeways from the Energy Storage Global Conference (ESGC)

FBE’s key takeways from the Energy Storage Global Conference (ESGC)

15 October 2023: From 10th to 12th October 2023, the FBE Secretariat was honoured to participate in the Energy Storage Global Conference (ESGC). We would like to share some key takeaways from this event: We extend our heartfelt thanks to EASE for orchestrating this exceptional event with flawless organisation. Your efforts in bringing together experts […]

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The Net-Zero Industry Act needs more Ambition to Effectively Promote Sustainable Technologies

The Net-Zero Industry Act needs more Ambition to Effectively Promote Sustainable Technologies

11 October 2023: Flow Batteries Europe (FBE) welcomes the Net-Zero Industry Act (NZIA) proposed by the European Commission on March 16th 2023. The EU’s primary objective through the Green Deal is to enhance competitiveness while simultaneously reducing emissions. To achieve this, the EU must boost the development and production of sustainable technologies. The Commission’s proposal […]

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A call to flow battery experts – join FBE in representing interests of flow battery research in Batteries Europe

A call to flow battery experts – join FBE in representing interests of flow battery research in Batteries Europe

09 October 2023: In January 2023, FBE joined Batteries Europe, a European Technology & Innovation Platform dedicated to advancing Research and Innovation initiatives on batteries. This partnership aims to expedite the development of a highly competitive European battery industry. It also seeks to facilitate the execution of the Implementation Plan outlined in SET Plan Action 7, […]

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Net-Zero Industry Act: a letter to Ambassadors of EU Member States

Net-Zero Industry Act: a letter to Ambassadors of EU Member States

04 October 2023: On 6th October, Ambassadors of EU Member States will meet in COREPER I, giving them the opportunity to give much-needed political guidance on the Net-Zero Industry Act (NZIA). FBE is proud to share a letter along with other members of a clean tech coalition, addressed to Ambassadors and urging them to: [1] […]

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What next for the Critical Raw Materials Act?

What next for the Critical Raw Materials Act?

03 October 2023: On 14th September 2023, MEPs adopted their position on the Critical Raw Materials Act (CRMA), adopting draft legislation by 515 votes to 34, with 28 abstentions. The Council had adopted its position on 30th June 2023. Trilogues (negotiations between the Parliament and Council, supervised by the Commission) will now follow until a […]

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PFAS restriction proposal – no decision should be   excessively rushed without adequate safeguards

PFAS restriction proposal – no decision should be excessively rushed without adequate safeguards

25 September 2023: On 7th February 2023, the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) proposed a restriction on the use of per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), due to concerns over their environmental and health impacts. The restriction as proposed amounts to a blanket ban on PFAS substances, justified by a desire to avoid the substitution of one […]

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Spanish EU Presidency set to emphasise risk of over-dependency on Chinese batteries

Spanish EU Presidency set to emphasise risk of over-dependency on Chinese batteries

18 September 2023: When EU leaders meet in Granada on the 5th of October 2023, the EU’s battery policy will be high on the agenda. According to a leaked paper held by Reuters, the Spanish presidency of the Council of Europe is set to emphasise the danger of over-reliance on lithium-ion battery and fuel cell […]

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State of the European Union address

State of the European Union address

13 September 2023: Today, Commission President Ursula von der Leyen delivered her annual State of the European Union address, emphasising the need for the Parliament to “finish the job’’ before the upcoming elections of June 2024. Whilst described as “the centrepiece of [the European Union’s] economy”, the next phase of the European Green Deal received […]

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The EU’s industrial policy on batteries

The EU’s industrial policy on batteries

31 August 2023: In June 2023 the European Court of Auditors (ECA) published a special report titled “The EU’s Industrial Policy on Batteries – New Strategic Impetus Needed.” The document emphasised the significance of batteries in facilitating the clean energy transition and enhancing the competitiveness of the automotive sector. We wish to comment on the […]

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