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Sustainability assessment and perspectives for battery storage in a solar home system in Cameroon

Ryelandt, Olivier
(2022)

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Supervisors
Raskin, Jean-Pierre
Faculty
Ecole polytechnique de Louvain
Degree label
Master [120] : ingénieur civil mécanicien, à finalité spécialisée
Abstract
This thesis assesses the environmental impact of different chemistries of batteries (lead-acid, LFP and NMC) for a solar home system in Cameroon. An LCA is performed for the production phase of the batteries. The end-of-life is analysed through a qualitative assessment and a review of the available options. The scope of sustainability is then extended to assess resource availability. Finally, alternatives to reduce the environmental impact are explored. Methods to reduce the consumption of batteries are described and include battery management techniques and second-use of EV batteries.