March 5, 2025
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According to the International Energy Agency, the total volume of batteries used in the energy sector was over 2,400 gigawatt-hours (GWh) in 2023, four times the amount in 2020. Since 2020, more than 2,000 GWh of lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery capacity has been added worldwide, powering 40 million electric vehicles and thousands of battery energy storage projects. EVs make up more than 90% of battery use in the energy sector, with annual volumes hitting a record of over 750 GWh in 2023 alone. Li-ion batteries are more important than ever, and establishing standards for their manufacture, transport, and use has been key to their rapid adoption.
In his book, "Lithium-Ion Battery Standards," co-authored with Jody Leber of CSA Group, Exponent's battery and vehicle engineering expert Jan Swart, Ph.D., CFEI, CVFI, presents a thorough overview of current Li-ion battery chemistries, systems, standards, and regulatory requirements. The book begins by explaining the basics of Li-ion battery systems, how they work, and the differences between various types of Li-ion batteries. Swart then explores battery system architectures, terminology, and safety features.
Swart also details Li-ion battery safety concerns, including failure modes in electronic components, high-voltage systems, and batteries themselves. The battery expert also discusses the differences between standards and regulatory requirements across the globe. Finally, "Lithium-Ion Battery Standards" includes advice on shipping and labeling Li-ion batteries, including prototype and damaged batteries used in safety testing. The publisher describes it as "the go-to resource for understanding and navigating the complex world of Li-ion battery standards and regulations."
From the publication: "This book aims to integrate both the technological aspects of battery systems and the relevant safety standards into one cohesive document."
