Nissan is looking for alternative uses for its LEAF batteries which are capable of retaining up to 70% of their capacity even after 10 years on the road. One solution has the company partnering with ABB, 4R Energy and Sumitomo Corporation of America. The companies are developing ways to use the LEAF batteries to hold energy for when the power grid is being overused. “It’s important to Nissan that we manage the complete lifecycle of the electric vehicle battery pack, even beyond its use in a Nissan car,” said Ken Srebnik, senior manager, NNA Corporate Planning. Read more about Nissan's commitment to sustainable energy here.

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