MG Motor India has announced its collaboration with BatX Energies – a greenfield startup founded in 2020 – for what it claims is India’s first-ever off-grid, solar EV charging station powered by repurposed MG EV batteries.
The second-life battery storage system developed by BatX Energies (supported by Delhi Research Implementation and Innovation) in partnership with MG, will provide a second life to the used batteries of MG EVs. The product, now in industrialisation phase – is a solar EV charging station that operates off-grid and will be used to charge two- to four-wheelers.
This will minimise reliance on traditional electricity sources and reduce carbon emissions associated with conventional EV charging methods. This initiative the partners say is another endeavour by MG Motor India and BatX Energies to give thrust to a circular and sustainable economy.
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Gaurav Gupta, Deputy MD, MG Motor India, “We believe that by championing the principles of the circular economy and harnessing the potential of repurposing used batteries to create a positive impact on the environment. And this collaboration with BatX Energies aligns with our vision to create a greener future for the society.”
Vikrant Singh, Co-Founder and CTO, BatX Energies said, “This marks a crucial step in sustainable mobility, showcasing innovation and our commitment to reducing carbon emissions. As we pioneer this initiative, we envision further collaborations with OEMs, reshaping India’s EV landscape. This second-life battery storage system, starting at 20kWh and scalable up to 100kWh, supported by 6.6kW of solar power, signifies a transformative shift in energy solutions. Generating approximately 40kWh daily which is equivalent to 40 units.”
MG Motor India states that alongside its products and customer programmes, it has created a robust EV environment with its 6-way charging infrastructure and installed more than 15,000 charging touchpoints, including public and home chargers, nationwide. To fortify the EV ecosystem, MG has also strategically aligned itself with leaders such as Tata Power, Delta Electronics, and Fortum to ensure the creation of a robust charging infrastructure. Collaborations with BPCL and Jio-BP have also been instrumental in establishing charging stations at strategic touchpoints across the nation. The company is also working with its partners to set up EV charging infrastructure for battery recycling, reuse, and life extension.
BatX Energies approach emphasises the use of environment friendly low OPEX and CAPEX reusable chemical-based extraction technologies, significantly reducing carbon emissions. Furthermore, BatX Energies is empowering local scrap collectors, helping them join the organised sector and building a reliable supply chain, promoting India as a leader in clean and new energy technologies.