Swedish battery energy storage technology research and development

What is batteries Sweden?

Batteries Sweden (BASE) is a competence centre for battery research funded by Vinnova. With innovation-driven research projects, where academia and companies collaborate, BASE creates a stable platform for excellent world-leading battery research in Sweden.

What is Uppsala University's Battery Research Centre?

Uppsala University has one of Sweden’s largest battery research centres and leads both the European battery research initiative Battery 2030+ and the national centre of excellence Batteries Sweden (BASE). The research concerns all parts of a battery: reactions, materials and different types of batteries.

Why should you invest in batteries in Sweden?

Batteries enable the phasing out of fossil fuels and increase flexibility in the electricity system through energy storage. The Swedish battery industry is at the forefront. Sweden also has related strengths and opportunities in areas such as vehicles and electrical systems, as well as a strong mining cluster.

Are batteries the key to achieving Sweden's climate goals?

Batteries are a crucial piece of the puzzle if we are to achieve Sweden’s climate goals with net-zero emissions by 2045. Batteries enable the phasing out of fossil fuels and increase flexibility in the electricity system through energy storage. The Swedish battery industry is at the forefront.

How can the battery industry contribute to Sweden's growth & competitiveness?

Engagement and investments are needed for the battery industry to be able to continue developing and contribute to Swedish growth and competitiveness. Challenges include ecologically and socially sustainable raw material supply, competence development in academia and industry, as well as research, innovation, and business development.

Is Sweden the most sustainable battery value chain?

With the necessary prerequisites and ambition, Sweden is positioned to lead in establishing the most sustainable battery value chain. The Nordic region is uniquely equipped with all the necessary elements for success in the battery industry.