Moon Power, a subsidiary of Porsche, is preparing small-scale production of RE:LIFE, a modular storage system that reuses batteries from the MEB electric vehicle platform. The initiative is aimed at reducing electronic waste and lowering production costs.
The system was first tested at MoonCity Salzburg, where two storage units with 30 slots each were integrated into a local energy management system. The prototype used 60 NMC traction batteries with a total capacity of 411 kilowatt-hours (kWh), supported by two inverters delivering 176 kVA of AC power. The OptiMoon management system enables modular design and flexible scaling.
Following approval in the summer of 2025, small-series production will begin with installations at selected pilot sites. Porsche said the storage systems will contribute to greater energy self-sufficiency at its facilities.
The development of RE:LIFE involved several partners. Pramac designed the modular cabinet system and adapted the high-voltage batteries, while B-ON provided the battery management system. Moon Power oversaw system architecture, integration and testing.
The company said the project illustrates how second-life EV batteries can be repurposed into stationary energy storage for companies, combining flexibility, cost-effectiveness and sustainability.
Industry analysts view the project as part of a broader push to extend the lifecycle of EV components while supporting the transition to cleaner energy systems.
Source: Porsche