Electrically rechargeable Aluminum-air batteries to power Smart Cities

Power and energy supply for the continuously increasing number of devices related to the so called Smart Cities is a key technical issue with many associated challenges. Energy storage has become as essential as IT technologies. As Smart Cities evolve to include new capabilities, the dependence on electricity will continue to grow. This can have a direct impact on loads and generation of electricity matching since increased demand for electrical energy is directly proportional to the number of electricity storage devices required. Among all the electrochemical technologies, Aluminum-air batteries exhibit one of the highest theoretical specific energies (400 Wh/kg). However, their use is not extended due to the existing limitation during the recharge process. Albufera Energy Storage, with a high scientific and technological profile, aims to overcome the current limitation of this technology by developing innovative materials and components.