Fraunhofer Energy Alliance

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The Fraunhofer Energy Alliance is the portal to the research and service activities of the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft in the fields of energy technology and the energy economy.

Together with industry, we strive to further expand the technological lead that Germany holds in the efficient use of energy and in the development of renewable energy sources. Through the Fraunhofer Alliance Energy, small and medium-sized companies, but also policy makers and the solar industry gain an easier access to the qualifications and expertise of the Fraunhofer Institutes.

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Fraunhofer UMSICHT: Breakthrough in electricity storage
Press Release
Apr 08, 2013

130408_Fraunhofer UMSICHT: Redox Flow Battery More and more electricity is being generated from intermittent sources of power, such as solar and wind energy. Powerful electric energy storage devices are necessary to level out corresponding irregularities in the power supply. Fraunhofer scientists have recently made an important breakthrough with their development of a redox flow battery that reaches stack power up to 25 kW, with a cell size of 0.5 square meters. This is eight times larger than the previous A4-sized systems.

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About Us

Karte MitgliedsinstituteWith more than 2,000 employees, the Fraunhofer Energy Alliance is one of Europe’s largest energy research organizations. With its one-stop service, the Alliance offers everything in R&D that the industry and energy economy need to develop new markets with innovative products and services. System orientated solutions are developed which are sustainable, competitive and future-oriented. We perform research for small and medium sized businesses, large concerns and policy makers. Our aims are a sustainable, safe and cost-effective energy supply.

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