REVEAL Research featured in Electrosuisse Magazine
The REVEAL consortium is pleased to highlight a new article published by Electrosuisse Bulletin titled Metalle als Energiespeicher. The piece offers a timely and insightful overview of how metals (particularly aluminium) may contribute to the next generation of large-scale thermal energy storage solutions.
With the accelerating integration of renewable energy sources, Europe’s energy system faces increasing variability in both electricity generation and industrial heat demand. This shifting landscape has intensified the need for long-duration, high-temperature, and material-efficient storage concepts that can support flexible, low-carbon industrial processes.
The article notes that metals are particularly promising because of their:
High volumetric and gravimetric energy density
Thermal and chemical stability at high operating temperatures
Potential for repeated use without significant degradation
Compatibility with circular economy and recycling pathways
These characteristics position metals as strong candidates for supporting industrial decarbonisation. The article underscores that metals offer not only technical benefits but also strategic value for Europe's industrial resilience. Aluminium, in particular, is widely available, recyclable, and suitable for integration into circular material streams—strengthening its relevance as a futureproof storage material.
As global energy demand continues to rise and industrial sectors seek pathways to climate neutrality, the choice of storage materials becomes increasingly consequential. Metal-based storage solutions represent a promising frontier: one that offers high performance, strong durability, and compatibility with a renewable-based energy future. The Electrosuisse Bulletin article contributes meaningfully to public and professional awareness of this emerging topic and reinforces the importance of ongoing research efforts within REVEAL.