Nickel-zinc (NiZn) batteries are highlighted for their environmental benefits over lead-acid and lithium batteries, showing lower greenhouse gas emissions, water and energy footprint, carbon payback time, material use, and absence of volatile organic compounds (VOCs). With an impact score of 9.4/10, they represent a more sustainably sourced and environmentally friendly alternative. ZincFive, committed to sustainability, extends its efforts beyond products by joining the Initiative for Responsible Mining Assurance (IRMA) to promote responsible mining practices and uphold environmental, social, and human rights standards.Nickel-zinc (NiZn) batteries are a more sustainably sourced and environmentally friendly alternative to other battery chemistries.
A Climate Impact Profile by Boundless Impact Research and Analytics compared the environmental impact of lead-acid, lithium and NiZn batteries, demonstrating that NiZn has advantages with lower GHG emissions, water footprint, energy footprint, carbon payback time, material use, and volatile organic compounds (VOCs).
Combining these metrics, NiZn had a 9.4 out of 10 impact score on its overall performance, with higher scores representing higher positive environmental impact. The cradle to grave carbon footprint of a nickel zinc battery is significantly less than lead-acid or lithium batteries.
Here’s a more detailed breakdown of each element on the chart:
ZincFive’s commitment to sustainability and the environment extends beyond its products.
ZincFive is a member of the Initiative for Responsible Mining Assurance (IRMA), as part of the company’s continued commitment to safeguard human rights, communities impacted by mining, and the broader environment.as part of the company’s continued commitment to safeguard human rights, communities impacted by mining, and the broader environment. IRMA works to advance responsible mining practices, providing third-party verification and certification against comprehensive environmental and social criteria for all mined materials. Membership in the initiative is the latest development in ZincFive’s commitment to promote ESG standards within the company for the benefit of all stakeholders.
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