GODI India Private Limited, specializing in lithium-ion cell research and manufacturing, has recently become the first Indian company to obtain LFP BIS certification for its Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) Li-ion cells. The announcement was made at the World Economic Forum in Davos, in the presence of Telangana‘s Chief Minister, Shri Revanth Reddy.
GODI is a deep-tech organization with a strong focus on research and development (R&D), Giga scale Manufacturing (NetZero GIGA Factory), and Recycling of sustainable green energy storage technology. The company is focused to achieve a zero-carbon footprint by actively promoting and adopting environmentally friendly technologies in the most efficient and secure manner.
With its headquarter in Hyderabad, GODI is a first-of-its-kind company in India, leading innovation across all aspects of energy storage technology for Electric Vehicles (EV) and Energy Storage Systems (ESS), including cell component materials.
With India’s largest R&D facility, GODI houses a team of seasoned scientists and engineers who bring extensive expertise in electrochemistry, material science, thermal engineering, and advanced manufacturing. The company’s primary objective is to develop groundbreaking materials featuring unique cell chemistries, impeccably engineered Li-ion cells, Na-ion cells, and Supercapacitors.
GODI achieves this by employing environmentally friendly electrode-making processes and actively participating in the Recycling of spent batteries, contributing to carbon-neutral Giga-scale manufacturing.
This notable certification, conforming to IS 16046 Part-2:2018 / IEC 62133-2:2017 standards, underscores GODI’s dedication to innovation in advanced energy storage devices for electric vehicle (EV) and renewable energy storage system (ESS) applications. The achievement marks a significant step toward reducing India’s reliance on imported LFP batteries.
GODI had previously achieved a milestone by developing India’s first in-house NMC811 cathode material-based Li-ion cells, BIS certified in mid-2022. The company is known for pioneering large Farad (2.7V-3000F) supercapacitors for surge power applications. With plans to establish large-scale indigenous GIGA scale cell manufacturing of NMC and LFP for EV, ESS, and Defense, GODI is positioning itself as a leader in the sector.
Focusing on Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) material for energy storage, GODI’s LFP cells have undergone rigorous testing to meet IS 16046 Part-2:2018 / IEC 62133-2:2017 and IS-16893 (Part-2&3): 2018 / IEC 62660 standards, earning BIS and AIS certifications. These certifications underscore the technical prowess and shared success with investor Graphite India Limited.
Backed by Blue Ashva Capital and Graphite India Ltd, GODI is known for pushing technological boundaries while championing sustainability. The recently certified LFP cells, designed and tested in-house, boast an energy density exceeding 150 Wh/kg, exceptional charge-discharge rates, and a service life surpassing 2000 cycles. Reliability and abuse tests confirm the intrinsic safety and durability of GODI’s cells.
Mahesh GODI, Founder and CEO of GODI India, expressed enthusiasm about the achievement, stating, “Receiving LFP BIS certification is a monumental achievement. GODI aims to establish extensive indigenous manufacturing facilities for GIGA scale production of NMC & LFP cells, catering to the electric vehicle (EV), energy storage system (ESS), and defense sectors in India, Europe, and the USA.”
Mr GODI further added, “We are already in discussion with several domestic and international OEMs. This certification validates our technical prowess and solidifies our commitment to a self-reliant and sustainable future for energy storage in India. We are already working with several Indian LFP material manufacturers, and confident to the localization of LFP cell manufacturing with 100% supply of raw materials within Indian ecosystem in the coming 2- 3 years.”
He also mentioned, “In addition to technical achievements, GODI leads in environmental responsibility. Our eco-friendly electrode and slurry-making process, using water as a solvent, reduces the cost per kWh by over 3% and minimizes the carbon footprint by approximately 30%, aligning with GODI’s commitment to a greener tomorrow,”
GODI not only works in technical achievements but also in environmental responsibility. The company’s eco-friendly electrode and slurry-making process, using water as a solvent, reduce the cost per kWh by over 3% and minimize the carbon footprint by approximately 30%, aligning with GODI’s commitment to a greener tomorrow.
Looking ahead, GODI aims to enhance LFP cell energy density, develop next-gen manganese-doped LFP materials, and formulate in-house electrolytes for a wide temperature range, especially for defense applications. As a signatory to The Climate Pledge by Amazon, GODI is actively pursuing solvent-free and dry electrode coating processes.
GODI is aiming to reduce the cost per kWh by over 5%. The company is open to collaborations with local raw material manufacturers to fortify a stable and sustainable supply chain, contributing to the larger vision of a technologically advanced and environmentally conscious India.
