{"id":3487,"date":"2023-10-11T15:16:23","date_gmt":"2023-10-11T13:16:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bves.frank-meyer.info\/?p=3487"},"modified":"2023-11-01T16:52:36","modified_gmt":"2023-11-01T15:52:36","slug":"the-pfas-ban-and-its-consequences-for-the-energy-storage-industry","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bves.frank-meyer.info\/en\/2023\/10\/11\/the-pfas-ban-and-its-consequences-for-the-energy-storage-industry\/","title":{"rendered":"The PFAS ban and its con\u00adse\u00adquen\u00adces for the energy sto\u00adrage indus\u00adtry"},"content":{"rendered":"

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The PFAS ban and its con\u00adse\u00adquen\u00adces for the energy sto\u00adrage indus\u00adtry<\/h1>\n<\/div>

The impending ban on PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) is currently stirring up heated discussions. The economic and political consequences of this step are only now being realized, as PFAS are used in numerous industry-manufactured products. In the energy storage industry, PFAS are used in various technologies such as batteries, membranes for flow batteries, electrolyzers, PV modules, and wind turbines. BVES has published a position paper consolidating all relevant information on the ban, including deadlines and evaluations of the implications.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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What are PFAS?<\/span><\/h5>\n

PFAS are a group of chemical substances that are often referred to as \"eternity chemicals\" due to their thermal and chemical stability and are characterised by their water and oil repelling properties. They are under suspicion of being health harmful. Additionally, emissions occur during the manufacturing, use, wear and tear, and disposal of products. The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) is therefore aiming for a general ban on this group of substances.<\/p>\n

Current status of the discussion<\/span><\/h5>\n

The proposal paper for a ban on PFASs, \"PROPOSAL FOR A RESTRICTION of Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFASs)\", was drafted in cooperation with authorities from Germany, the Netherlands, Denmark, Norway and Sweden. Although it contains an assessment of the impact of a ban on various industries, it is apparent that in the energy sector the technical impact assessment is still inadequate.<\/p>\n

Recommendations from the BVES<\/span><\/h5>\n

BVES places the highest priority on protecting people and the environment from harmful substances and generally welcomes the replacement of PFAS compounds with safe alternatives. However, it will take several more years in the energy storage sector until technically viable and market-ready alternatives are available for all applications.<\/p>\n

Given the essential role of energy storage in the energy system, we must carefully weigh the socioeconomic costs of the lack of alternatives against the risks of continued use. Otherwise, Germany and the EU risk losing access to crucial technologies and products, such as efficient battery cells.<\/p>\n

The BVES advocates for an industry-wide dialogue, including leading institutions in research and development. Together, we can establish a solid information basis to make realistic assessments and ensure that Europe does not lose access to these innovative technologies. This is vital for the establishment of a climate-neutral and reliable energy system.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Read the paper<\/span> here (in German)<\/a>:<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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