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Lavo

Company commercializing an integrated hybrid hydrogen battery - long tenor hydrogen energy storage system - for residential and business use.

Published February 28, 2022 • Updated April 27, 2022
Energy Transition
Industrial Decarbonization
H2 & Low Carbon Fuels
Hydrogen
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Materials

Product Overview

Overview

At LAVO's core is their patented metal hydride technology which enables low pressure storage of hydrogen to power the next generation of renewable products and energy generation.

The LAVOTM Hydrogen Battery System

LAVOTM acts as a solar sponge, integrating with rooftop solar to capture and store renewable energy for use when you need it.

  • Creates Hydrogen from water
  • Stores Hydrogen in LAVO's patented metal hydride
  • Generates Electricity by converted hydrogen into power
  • Delivers Power at regulated voltage to your home
  • Monitors and Controls performance via the LAVO app

TECHNICAL SPECS

MECHANICAL

  • Dimensions(HxWxD) : 1680x1240x400 mm
  • Weight : 196 kg
  • Hydride Vessels : 4 vessels
  • Max System Pressure : 35 barg
  • Vessel Weight : 32 kg
  • Total Installed Weight : 324 kg
  • Mounting : Floor Mount/Outdoors

ENVIRONMENTAL

  • Operational Temperature Range : -10o to +50o C
  • Recommended Temperature Range : 5o to 45o C
  • Environmental Humidity Range : 3 to 100% RH
  • Maximum Elevation : 2000 m
  • Noise Level : < 45 dB
  • Enclosure Protection Rating : IP54

PERFORMANCE

  • Usable Capacity : 40 kWh
  • Real Power : 5 kW (charge and discharge)
  • Nominal Voltage : 48 V DC
  • Output Voltage Range : 45-53 V DC
  • Hydride Cycles : > 20,000
  • Hydride Warranty : 10 years
  • Hydride Lifetime : 30 years

CONNECTIONS

  • Water Supply : Potable Mains Water / LAVO water purification unit
  • Communication : Local WiFi / Ethernet / 4G / 5G
Business Model

Pilot projects are currently in development with strategic partners and investors.

Technology Innovations

LAVO utilizes a novel metal hydride storage solution alongside a compact, integrated system design to store solar energy through scaled electrolysis and metal hydride storage.

Applications

LAVO wishes to solve many of the bottlenecks in the energy storage space through their solid state hydrogen battery technology. They offer solutions in both the home and business spaces.

FOR HOME

  • Power : LAVO can store over 40kWh of power for your home.
  • Sustainability : LAVO is a solar sponge, generating green hydrogen from solar panels to store in their recyclable metal hydride, then converting back into electricity for home power.
  • Style : LAVO utilizes contemporary styling for pleasing architectural aesthetics.

FOR BUSINESS

  • Access : Integrating with your solar panels, LAVO can deliver 40kWh to power to lodges, stations or workshops after the sun has set.
  • Protection : With 40kWh of energy storage, LAVO's solution aims to protect businesses from power outages.
  • Asset : With 20,000 cycles of charging and supplying power, LAVO aims to be a great business asset. LAVO is designed to last for 30 years to match the life of solar panels with the goal of minimizing electricity expenses.
  • Business Solutions : LAVO has partnered with GHD to provide expert business solutions. GHD are one of the world's leading professional services companies operating across water, energy, environment, property, and transportation.
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