Study on Future Demand and Supply Security of Nickel for UK Electric Vehicle Batteries
UK Research & Innovation · Awarded contract
AwardedStudy on Future Demand and Supply Security of Nickel for UK Electric Vehicle Batteries
Awarded 23 Feb 2023
Awarded23 Feb 2023
Value£42,500.00
SupplierSFA (Oxford) Ltd
AgencyUK Research & Innovation
RegionEast Midlands
CategoryResearch & Development
Ended 3y 8mo ago29d term
Awarded 23 Feb 2023Expired 24 Mar 2023
About
UK Research & Innovation awarded a contract to SFA (Oxford) Ltd for a study on future demand and supply security of nickel for electric vehicle batteries in the UK.
The study assessed UK security of supply of nickel suitable for nickel sulphate production and subsequent use in UK electric vehicle batteries to a forecast horizon of 2040, and identified potential risks to secure long-term supply.
The contract value was £42,500.
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