Cobalt-free materials for lithium-ion batteries are in the sights of many investors these days.They are increasingly seeing the benefit of research support to find alternatives to politically, structurally, and geographicallyContinue Reading
The SOLiDIFY consortium has successfully developed a high-performance lithium-metal solid-state battery. This innovative battery, produced in a state-of-the-art Belgian lab, features a unique electrolyte that is both cost-effective and compatibleContinue Reading
The inky depths of the Pacific Ocean hide a surprising secret. Scattered across the Clarion-Clipperton Zone (CCZ) lie peculiar, potato-shaped rocks known as polymetallic nodules. Rich in valuable metals likeContinue Reading
European auto giants Mercedes and Stellantis have pressed pause on construction of new battery factories for electric vehicles (EVs) in a move that raises questions about the future of EVContinue Reading
Sand, a seemingly common resource, hides a secret: only a specific type is crucial for high-tech components in smartphones and solar panels. This “special sand” boasts over 99.9% silica, farContinue Reading
Time shifting plays a crucial role in the solar power revolution as it enables the storage of renewable energy produced at one time for use at another time. In theContinue Reading
The sudden interest in sodium ion batteries is due to China’s dominance in the lithium ion battery market, where it controls the supply and processing. China also has a strongContinue Reading
Electric vehicle (EV) batteries are the most expensive component of an EV, but the cost of batteries has been falling rapidly in recent years. In fact, the price of EVContinue Reading
