JSW MG Motor has announced, India’s first high-voltage (HV) second-life battery with a homegrown Battery Management System (BMS), in collaboration with Vision Mechatronics as part of ‘Project Revive’. This product is showcased at The Battery Show from October 3-5, 2024, at India Expo Mart, Greater Noida.
This is the third pilot project for second-life battery applications from JSW MG Motor India, signalling its proactiveness in promoting circular economy and creating a sustainable EV ecosystem. The company is forging meaning partnerships with organisations with a common goal of harnessing the potential of EV batteries beyond their primary lifespan. This project will initially be deployed as a UPS backup solution for an industrial facility in Pune, demonstrating the versatility and effectiveness of second-life EV batteries in large-scale energy storage.
The product is designed with an indigenous BMS, that is tailored for industrial use of various stationary applications, offering flexibility and efficiency. It includes advanced monitoring systems to ensure optimal battery performance and early detection of potential issues. It also comes with high safety standards with rigorous measures in place to protect against thermal runaway and other hazards.
Commenting on the new project, Gaurav Gupta, Chief Growth Officer, JSW MG Motor India, said, “The launch of this project, India’s first high-voltage second-life battery with an indigenous BMS, is indeed an innovation and makes us future ready. We are a responsible OEM with innovative values and this project highlights our continued work to drive momentum in building a sustainable EV ecosystem. This is our third project in the space of providing a second life to EV batteries. The successful initiatives under ‘Project Revive’ are paving the way for a greener and more sustainable future.”
In addition, they also joined hands with Lohum and TERI on a second pilot to deploy a 5kWh BESS unit to power a school in Nainital in Aug 2024. These initiatives underscore the company’s goal to innovate in sustainable mobility solutions and contribute meaningfully to India’s energy transformation.
