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1. 1. Sustainability and circularity metrics for EV batteries: Enabling circular economy strategy decision making and value communication

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Internationella miljöinstitutet

   Author : Gunjan Kolhe; [2023]
   Keywords : Sustainability metrics; Circularity metrics; LIB CE strategies; Second life battery energy storage system; Product service system; Earth and Environmental Sciences;

   Abstract : The increasing focus on lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) in the context of electrification of transport sector has raised concerns about their high costs, resource and energy demands, environmental impact, and social supply chain risks. To address these challenges and maximize the value of LIBs throughout their lifecycle, circular economy (CE) strategies, such as reusing and repurposing, are being explored. READ MORE

3. 2. Techno-economic analysis of innovative storage power plants utilizing existing CCGT systems : An Austrian case study

   University essay from KTH/Skolan för industriell teknik och management (ITM)

   Author : Niklas Pöcklhofer; Philipp Sares; [2023]
   Keywords : Innovative storage power plants; sector coupling; existing infrastructure; CCGT; hydrogen-fired gas turbine; hydrogen; hybridized energy system; techno-economic analysis; sustainability; Innovativa lagringskraftverk; sektorkoppling; befintlig infrastruktur; CCGT; vätgaseldad gasturbin; vätgas; hybridiserat energisystem; teknisk-ekonomisk analys; hållbarhet;

   Abstract : Efforts to mitigate climate change and current geopolitical disruptions have revealed that changes to the existing energy system are urgently required to offer sustainable and secure energy for Europe. Hence, the role of conventional thermal power plants is being challenged and new technologies providing additional functionality for the power grid are pushing into the market. READ MORE

4. 3. Repurposing of Electric Vehicle Batteries for Energy Storage – A review of the current legal framework and proposals for improvement

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Institutionen för handelsrätt

   Author : Daniel Torán Saltó; [2022]
   Keywords : Electric Vehicles; Batteries; Electric Vehicle Batteries; Waste Law; Circular Economy; Reuse; Law and Political Science;

   Abstract : Circular economy has recently become a central part of European policy, bridging the environmental and economic policy domains closer than ever in an attempt to fulfil enhanced environmental ambitions. As economic operators seek to adopt innovative solutions, the issue of how established legal frameworks hamper or facilitate them becomes central. READ MORE

5. 4. Assessing the Feasibility of Integrating Swedish Healthcare Data into Pharmaceutical Research and Development

   University essay from KTH/Skolan för kemi, bioteknologi och hälsa (CBH)

   Author : Minha Choi; [2022]
   Keywords : real-world data; real-world evidence; quality registry; new drug development; data feasibility;

   Abstract : Today, Real World Data (RWD) is a popular topic in many studies. In particular, it is anticipated to be a significant resource for addressing issues brought on by drug development costs, lengthy development times, and safety concerns. READ MORE

6. 5. Are Carnot Batteries an Alternative to Converting Coal Power Plants? : An open-sourced technoeconomic optimization approach for testing a new niche for Carnot Batteries.

   University essay from KTH/Energiteknik

   Author : Vartan Jakob Ahrens Kayayan; [2022]
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   Abstract : As Europe transitions away from coal-fired power plants, there is an opportunity to reshape the electrical infrastructure. Many of the current plans are to make a switch to natural gas, another fossil fuel. Refurbishing existing power plants has several advantages. Components can be put to a new purpose. READ MORE