Quino Energy and Jena Flow Batteries Sign Joint Development Agreement for Energy Storage Solutions

Quino Energy has signed a joint development agreement with Jena Flow Batteries to optimize Jena's hardware for Quino's organic electrolyte. This partnership aims to enhance battery energy storage systems while complying with EU toxicity regulations. Quino received $10 million from the California Energy Commission for an 8 MWh flow battery project and plans to use Jena's hardware in upcoming demonstrations. Potential issues regarding U.S. content requirements due to Jena's ownership by China's Suqian are noted.

Published Mar 25, 2026

Quino Energy, based in California, has entered into a joint development agreement with Jena Flow Batteries of Germany to optimize Jena's energy storage hardware for Quino's organic electrolyte. This collaboration formalizes two years of technical work and aligns with Quino's strategy to focus on electrolyte production while partnering with manufacturers of flow-battery stacks.

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Quino's non-toxic electrolyte formulation meets stringent EU regulations, opening new deployment opportunities for Jena. Quino has been awarded $10 million for an 8 MWh flow battery project in California and plans to utilize Jena's hardware in commercial demonstrations.

Challenges related to ownership by China's Suqian may impact U.S. federal incentives due to content requirements. Quino produces electrolyte at its headquarters and through its partner in New York, with plans for expansion in India.