Powering change: UK battery firms aim to unlock the way to net zero

The article discusses the efforts of UK battery firms to develop long-duration energy storage solutions as the country transitions to renewable energy sources and seeks greater energy security. It focuses on Invinity Energy Systems, a company that manufactures vanadium-based batteries that are designed for grid-scale storage, rather than for use in electric vehicles. The article highlights that while Tesla and China dominate the global battery manufacturing landscape, the UK also aims to play a role in the battery revolution. Invinity's factory in Bathgate, near Edinburgh, is working on developing these large, containerized battery units that can be used to store energy from renewable sources for extended periods. The article emphasizes that as the UK shifts towards net-zero carbon goals, the need for reliable and long-lasting energy storage solutions has become increasingly important. These battery technologies, which can store energy for much longer durations than traditional lithium-ion batteries, are seen as a key enabler for the country's transition to a more sustainable energy system.