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Jaguar Land Rover (JLR), in collaboration with Allye Energy, has developed a new Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) that harnesses second-life Range Rover PHEV batteries. This initiative not only extends the usability of electric vehicle batteries but also supports JLR’s ambitious carbon net zero goals.
Key Highlights:
- The BESS, known as Allye MAX, incorporates seven second-life batteries from Range Rover vehicles, each capable of storing 270kWh of energy.
- First commercial BESS using JLR’s repurposed batteries, capable of charging up to nine PHEVs simultaneously.
- Projected to save over 15,494kg of CO2 annually, enhancing JLR’s commitment to environmental sustainability.
- Supports JLR’s Reimagine strategy for a circular economy, focusing on the extended use of EV batteries.
The portable Allye MAX BESS uses custom racks to house batteries removed from vehicles without additional processing. This system can be easily connected to any CCS-capable vehicle charger or renewable power sources. It is designed to replace diesel generators, particularly in remote testing and vehicle launch locations, thereby reducing CO2 emissions significantly compared to traditional power sources.
JLR’s Engineering team is the primary user of the BESS, utilizing it for extensive testing of the upcoming Range Rover Electric. This system allows them to conduct necessary vehicle evaluations efficiently, even in areas with limited power access, by charging the BESS slowly and using it to quickly charge the electric vehicle.
Commercial Availability and Environmental Impact: The BESS is not only a technological advance but also a commercial product available for use outside of JLR. This extends its benefits to over 3000 JLR retailers who can use the system to better manage energy use and support fast charging stations where local grid capacities may be limited.
JLR’s investment in BESS is part of a broader £15 billion commitment to electrification and the development of a comprehensive EV ecosystem. This includes creating new business models around energy storage and the extended use of EV batteries before recycling. By 2030, the second-life battery supply for stationary applications is expected to create a global value of over $30 billion.
François Dossa emphasized the strategic shift towards a circular economy, noting, “This battery innovation and partnership with Allye demonstrates the value we can create from repurposing and reusing batteries.” Reuben Chorley added, “Developing second-life battery projects like this is crucial if we want to make sustainability real in JLR and drive us towards achieving our carbon net zero target by 2039.”
Jonathan Carrier, CEO of Allye, highlighted the synergy between the two companies, “Our collaboration with JLR exemplifies a shared commitment to sustainable innovation, driving us closer to a future powered by clean energy solutions.”
This collaboration is a continuation of JLR’s efforts in battery sustainability, including a project with Wykes Engineering Ltd using Jaguar I-PACE batteries in a large UK energy storage system, further cementing JLR’s role in advancing sustainable energy solutions.
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