Does Norway have a battery market?

Today Norway has not one, but two huge battery markets. “There are two market drivers for batteries: EVs and stationary energy storage. Energy storage is coming on strong now. It’s the key to turning intermittent wind and solar into a stable energy source,” explains Pål Runde, Head of Battery Norway.

What is battery Norway?

Battery Norway (Norwegian Battery Platform) is a national industrial collaboration platform focused on innovation and sustainable value creation opportunities, encompassing the entire battery supply chain. It will closely follow the EU’s battery strategy and act as an advisor to the authorities. Battery Norway aims to help to:

Is Norway a good place to buy EV batteries?

An early adopter of electric transport, Norway continues to capture EV battery headlines. Electric cars now account for 79 per cent of new cars sold in Norway, and the MS Medstraum was recently launched as the world’s first electric fast ferry. In a global report on lithium-ion batteries, Norway ranked first in sustainability.

Who are Norway's Big Three battery cell companies?

A few years ago, Norway’s big three battery cell companies – Beyonder, FREYR Battery and Morrow Batteries – were only promising, high-tech blueprints. “Now these large projects are mature. They are talking to potential clients.

Who is solar technologies Scandinavia?

Solar Technologies Scandinavia is one of Norway's leading suppliers in solar panels and battery storage. The company was founded by key personnel with extensive experience from the construction industry and as technical suppliers. We offer training at all levels of competence in assembly, engineering and all applicable regulations.

Where is Elinor batteries based?

battery factory in Mid-Norway. Elinor Batteries plans for a giga-scale battery factory near Trondheim, Norway. Based on 100% renewable energy and nordic mineral resources, the factory will supply sustainably produced batteries to the European Energy Storage market.