Material of energy storage box of charging pile in Gothenburg Sweden

4 FAQs about Material of energy storage box of charging pile in Gothenburg Sweden

How is Gothenburg shaping the new battery industry?

In Gothenburg we are shaping the new battery industry. In the coming years Gothenburg and West Sweden will have in place two battery gigafactories, with major investments being made by public and private actors, including Volvo Cars and the Volvo Group. The region is set to become an important hub for both battery development and production.

How is Gothenburg reskilling the battery industry?

Reskilling and upskilling initiatives for the region's new battery industry are also underway. Among them is a unique education and training centre which has opened in Gothenburg, specifically for the battery value chain. Around 7,000 people will be trained in state-of-the-art facilities between 2024 and 2029.

Is Gothenburg paving the way to an emission-free mobility system?

Gothenburg Green City Zone is another testbed paving the way towards an emission-free mobility system. Businesses, academia and public actors are testing new innovative solutions within a number of zones within the city that can be quickly scaled up. Wireless charging of electric taxis is one of the test and development projects underway.

How can the battery industry contribute to Sweden's growth & competitiveness?

Engagement and investments are needed for the battery industry to be able to continue developing and contribute to Swedish growth and competitiveness. Challenges include ecologically and socially sustainable raw material supply, competence development in academia and industry, as well as research, innovation, and business development.