– Quino Energy has achieved MRL 7 for its battery active material pilot production line, ready for low-rate initial production
– The production line can produce up to 100 kWh per day at a cost comparable to vanadium, marking the first U.S. domestic manufacturing of flow battery active material
– Quino Energy’s organic flow battery technology has achieved TRL 6, demonstrating viability and readiness for commercialization at a meaningful scale
Quino Energy has reached manufacturing readiness level 7 for its water-based organic flow batteries, specifically for the production of its proprietary quinone battery active material. This material is produced through an electrochemical reaction that converts dyestuff chemicals into a high-performance and long-lasting component for commercial and grid-scale flow batteries.
The pilot production line, located near Buffalo, New York, will be relocated to Houston, Texas for further scaling to supply upcoming pilot demonstrations at the megawatt-hour-scale. This achievement was made possible through a $4.58 million investment from the U.S. Department of Energy to support the development of the production line.
Quino Energy’s organic flow batteries have demonstrated a degradation rate of less than 1% per year, making them a competitive option for grid storage applications. The technology offers a more cost-effective and sustainable alternative to traditional lithium-ion batteries, without the need for critical minerals or dangerous synthetic chemicals.
With a focus on mid-duration energy storage applications, Quino Energy’s organic flow battery chemistry has the potential to become a leading technology in the market. By achieving manufacturing readiness and technology readiness milestones, Quino Energy is well-positioned to deliver cost-effective and reliable energy storage solutions to commercial customers.