One year ago, the Department of Energy's (DOE's) Grid Storage Launchpad (GSL) opened its doors to accelerate the development of energy storage technology.
Now, the facility is brimming with energy storage research, from synthesizing new molecules to testing advanced prototypes in real-world conditions.
"Batteries are so ubiquitous to everything we do. They support our everyday lives, and they'll be needed to support the grid as electricity demand rises," said Vince Sprenkle, director of GSL, which operates at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) in Richland, Washington. "Our accomplishments in the last year show PNNL's commitment to DOE's mission to bring reliable, affordable energy to the nation."
Funded by DOE's Office of Electricity, with additional support from the state of Washington, Battelle, and PNNL, GSL's mission is to accelerate and validate new battery technology development, collaborate with industry, and educate the next generation of energy storage specialists.
"GSL is home to world-class technical expertise and specialized instrumentation that will enable PNNL and our collaborators to advance new energy storage technologies for an energy-abundant electric grid that is reliable, secure, and affordable," said Steven Ashby, PNNL's Laboratory Director. "As we celebrate the first anniversary of this facility, I am even more excited about what the future will bring."
