| Main Title |
Application of Life-Cycle Assessment to Nanoscale Technology: Lithium-ion Batteries for Electric Vehicles. |
| CORP Author |
National Risk Management Research Lab., Cincinnati, OH. Office of Research and Development.; Environmental Protection Agency, Washington, DC. Office of Pollution, Prevention, and Toxics. |
| Year Published |
2013 |
| Report Number |
EPA 744-R-12-001 |
| Stock Number |
PB2014-104193 |
| Additional Subjects |
Hybrid electric powered vehicles ;
Electric batteries ;
Cost analysis ;
Automotive transportation ;
Capacity ;
Design ;
Lithium batteries ;
Manufacturing ;
Performance ;
Prices ;
Production ;
Simulation
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| Holdings |
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Additional Info |
Location |
Last
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| NTIS |
PB2014-104193 |
Some EPA libraries have a fiche copy filed under the call number shown. |
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07/26/2022 |
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| Collation |
126p |
| Abstract |
Demand for electric vehicles is increasing, and lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries with increased ranges will be critical to increasing electric vehicle marketability and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. While Li-ion batteries are expected to play a key role in the electric drive transportation industry, there are opportunities for improvements in the batteries life-cycles that will reduce possible impacts to the environment and public health in a few specific areas, as their use increases. This study, carried out through a partnership led by EPA, with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), the Li-ion battery industry, and academics, was the first life-cycle assessment (LCA) to bring together and use life-cycle inventory data directly provided by Li-ion battery suppliers, manufacturers, and recyclers. Its purpose was to identify the materials or processes within a Li-ion batterys life cycle (from materials extraction and processing, manufacturing, use, and end-of-life) that most contribute to impacts on public health and the environment. It also sought to evaluate the potential impacts of a nanotechnology innovation (i.e., a carbon nanotube anode) that could improve battery performance. |
| Supplementary Notes |
Sponsored by Environmental Protection Agency, Washington, DC. Office of Pollution, Prevention, and Toxics. |
| Availability Notes |
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| PUB Date Free Form |
24 Apr 2013 |
| Category Codes |
97N; 97M; 85H; 68 |
| NTIS Prices |
PC A08 |
| Document Type |
NT |
| Cataloging Source |
NTIS/MT |
| Control Number |
111201930 |
| Origin |
NTIS |
| Type |
CAT |
