ARMS unveils innovative SSbD framework for safe and sustainable electrochemical Energy storage
The ARMS project team from the University of Southern Denmark (Ciprian Cipman and Suiting Ding), with the contribution also from ARMS consortium partners, InnoCell (Jeanne-Louise Schjerning and Steffen Vindt), has released the highly anticipated deliverable, "SSbD Framework for Electrochemical Energy Storage Devices" (D6.1). This report aims to pave the way for innovative solutions in energy storage while prioritizing safety, sustainability, and responsible design.
As the demand for efficient energy storage solutions grows, the development of Advanced Materials (AM) has become crucial. These materials are specifically engineered to enhance physicochemical properties and functional performance, meeting the rigorous requirements of next-generation energy storage technologies. However, the project recognizes the complexities associated with the use of AM, including safety concerns, environmental impacts, resource dependencies, and socio-economic factors.
The newly unveiled SSbD (Safe and Sustainable by Design) framework offers a comprehensive approach to guiding innovation across all stages of electrochemical energy storage development, ranging from early-stage research to market deployment. This hierarchical framework prioritizes safety first, followed by environmental considerations, including circularity, and then social and economic factors.
Integral to the report is a detailed workflow designed to implement SSbD principles in the development of electrochemical energy storage devices. It effectively integrates established safety assessment tools, life cycle modeling frameworks, and best practices drawn from existing literature. By aligning with the European Commission's overarching SSbD methodology, the framework addresses sector-specific sustainability challenges and provides a robust tool for responsible innovation.
The deliverable is pending acceptance by the European Commission.
Read the full report here.