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Faradion receives first order for sodium-ion batteries for Australian market

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APRIL 23, 2020

the leader in sodium-ion (Na-ion) battery technology, has received its first order from ICM Australia for high-energy sodium-ion batteries for use in the Australian market. Unlike lithium-ion batteries, Faradion’s sodium-ion batteries have exceptional thermal stability and safety.

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ion Ventures and LiNa Energy conclude successful test of solid-state sodium-nickel battery platform

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MARCH 11, 2021

ion Ventures, a modern utility and energy storage infrastructure specialist, and LiNa Energy , a solid-state battery technology developer, concluded their first successful trial of LiNa’s proprietary solid-state sodium-nickel battery platform at an undisclosed location in South East England last week.

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Solid-state sodium-ion battery company LiNa Energy closes out £3M late seed funding round

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NOVEMBER 6, 2022

Solid-state sodium-ion battery company LiNa Energy has closed out a £3-million (US$3.4-million) LiNA will also build a presence in India where LiNa has signed an MoU with Social Alpha to optimise product development for the India market and oversee battery cell testing and future pilot projects. Earlier post.)

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Blackstone may begin commercializing 3D-printed Na-ion batteries as early as 2025; testing in electric bus

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MARCH 29, 2022

Blackstone Technology GmbH may begin commercialization of 3D-printed solid-state sodium-ion batteries as early as 2025. The results of the development project will form the basis for the market-ready product. The chemical system of sodium-ion batteries is comparable in parts with lithium-ion cells.

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Solid-state sodium battery company LiNa Energy closes £3.5M funding round

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OCTOBER 14, 2021

Solid-state sodium battery company LiNa Energy ( earlier post ) has closed out a £3.5-million LiNa Energy, a spin-out from Lancaster University, established in 2017, is commercializing a safe, cobalt- and lithium-free solid-state sodium battery. million (US$4.8-million) —Dr Gene Lewis, CEO of LiNa Energy.

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New long-duration, extended capacity Na-Al battery design for grid storage

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MARCH 2, 2023

Researchers led by the Department of Energy’s Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) have extended the capacity and duration of sodium-aluminum batteries. The new sodium-based molten salt battery uses two distinct reactions. The team previously reported a neutral molten salt reaction. of peak charge capacity.

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Altris presents high-capacity Prussian White cathode material for Na-ion batteries; 160 mAh/g

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JUNE 30, 2023

Swedish sodium-ion battery developer Altris presented a pure Prussian White cathode material with a capacity of 160 mAh/g, making it the highest capacity declared to date. Prussian White is a framework material consisting of sodium, iron, carbon and nitrogen (Na x Fe[Fe(CN) 6 ] with x>1.9). Earlier post.) Earlier post.)

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UP Catalyst CO2-derived carbon nanotube electrode material boosts cycle life in Na-ion batteries

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MARCH 11, 2023

Tests conducted by Titirici Group , a multidisciplinary research team based at Imperial College London, have found that a novel carbon nanotube electrode material derived from CO 2 —produced by Estonian nanotech company UP Catalyst ( earlier post )—enhances the cyclability of sodium-ion batteries.

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LiNa Energy successfully demonstrates Na-ion technology for battery energy storage systems

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NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Solid-state sodium-ion battery company LiNa Energy ( earlier post ) successfully completed an independent demonstration of its lithium-free sodium batteries for energy storage systems with commercial partner ion Ventures.

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Battrixx investing in sodium-ion chemistry despite commercial challenges – ET Auto

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FEBRUARY 2, 2024

New Delhi: Battery pack manufacturer, Battrixx introduced high-voltage battery packs for the tractor and commercial vehicles at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo , 2024. The unveiled products are for a 27 hp tractor, a 40 hp tractor, and two variants with power ratings of 15 kW and 32 kW light commercial vehicle targeting 0.5-tonne

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Sparc Technologies, QUT partner to develop a hard carbon anode material from bio-waste for Na-ion batteries

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SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

The Strategic Partnership Agreement is an umbrella agreement that will support a long-term partnership and commitment between the parties, affording Sparc the first right of refusal to commercialize technologies developed from projects Sparc undertakes with QUT. —, Mike Bartels, Sparc Managing Director. Earlier post.).

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Reliance buys Na-ion battery developer Faradion

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JANUARY 1, 2022

Reliance New Energy Solar Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of Reliance Industries Ltd, will acquire 100% shareholding in sodium-ion battery developer Faradion Limited ( earlier post ) for an enterprise value of £100 million (US$135 million). Sodium is the sixth-most abundant element on the planet. billion ($73.8 billion ($10.9

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CATL launches “condensed battery” with an energy density of up to 500 Wh/kg for aircraft; automotive version this year

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APRIL 20, 2023

At Auto Shanghai, Chinese battery giant CATL launched what it calls a “condensed battery”—a type of semi-solid state cell with an energy density of up to 500 Wh/kg. CATL also says it can achieve mass production of condensed battery in a short period of time.

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Stellantis reports growth in the EU electrified market

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MAY 13, 2024

Stellantis reported significant growth in the European (EU) electrified market during the first four months of 2024. Our first months’ results reflect the tough industry competition, in absence of incentives in many significant European markets. “We YTD market share in the EU29. The European automaker captured 14.1%

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Faraday Institution commits a further $31M to battery research to deliver commercial impact

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APRIL 2, 2021

million (US$31-million) commitment to build on its momentum in four key research challenges: extending battery life; battery modelling; recycling and reuse; and solid-state batteries. Also, a focused research project on battery safety has been assembled, integrating research previously carried out in several different projects.

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ARPA-E launches $45M funding for advanced batteries for electric vehicles; EVs4ALL

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MAY 3, 2022

The US Department of Energy (DOE) announced up to $45 million in funding ( DE-FOA-0002760 ) to support the domestic development of advanced batteries for electric vehicles. Advanced batteries capable of safe, rapid charging are necessary to appeal to these Americans who are unable to charge cars at home for long periods of time.

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Mangrove raises $3M from BDC Capital to accelerate deployment of battery-grade lithium processing systems

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FEBRUARY 15, 2021

Mangrove is the developer of a modular platform for the cost-effective production of battery-grade lithium hydroxide. The platform technology is also being commercialized for conversion of waste brines to chemicals and desalinated water. Canada-based Mangrove Lithium closed a $3-million financing from BDC Capital’s Cleantech Practice.

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EaglePicher receives follow-on $3M award from ARPA-E to continue work on planar sodium-beta batteries

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APRIL 10, 2014

company, and a leading supplier of specialty batteries and energy storage solutions for the defense, aerospace, medical, commercial and grid energy storage markets, will receive a $3-million award from the Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy to further develop their catalytic energy storage technology. Click to enlarge.

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ARPA-E awarding $24M to two SCALEUP projects: battery technology and methane detection

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2020

These SCALEUP “Fast-Track” teams, Natron Energy and Bridger Photonics, will receive $19 million and $5 million, respectively, to further their commercialization efforts in sodium-ion battery development and methane detection technologies, respectively. Natron Energy: Domestic Manufacturing of Sodium-Ion Batteries - $19,883,951.

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French researchers develop sodium-ion battery in 18650 format; performance comparable to Li-ion

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NOVEMBER 27, 2015

Researchers within the RS2E network on electrochemical energy storage (Réseau sur le stockage électrochimique de l’énergie) in France have developed the first sodium-ion battery in an 18650 format. The main advantage of the prototype is that it relies on sodium, an element far more abundant and less costly than lithium.

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Compass Minerals signs non-binding agreement to supply LG Energy Solution with battery-grade lithium product starting in 2025

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JULY 6, 2022

Under the terms of the MoU, Compass Minerals would supply LGES with with a battery-grade lithium product from its lithium brine development project at its Ogden, Utah, solar evaporation facility. As outlined in the MOU, purchase pricing would be based on market price and sales volume thresholds would be dependent upon product qualifications.

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First Cobalt announces positive feasibility results for Canadian cobalt refinery expansion; first NA producer of battery-grade cobalt sulfate

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MAY 6, 2020

The study contemplates expanding the existing facility and adapting it to be North America’s first producer of cobalt sulfate, an essential component in the manufacturing of batteries for electric vehicles. lb of cobalt produced, which is competitive with global markets. $37 Sodium Treatment. Cobalt market. 56 million.

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Imperial Oil and E3 Lithium partner on lithium pilot project, redeveloping historic oil field

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JUNE 24, 2022

E3 Lithium’s proprietary direct lithium extraction (DLE) technology is designed to extract the critical mineral from the lithium-rich brine, with potential for commercial development of battery-grade products. —Jason Iwanika, director of commercial business development at Imperial.

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Second-life EV batteries market expected to reach $34.7B by 2027

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JULY 29, 2022

Second-life EV batteries are expected to reach over $34 billion by 2027 , according to a new report by Research and Markets. The global second-life EV battery market is projected to reach a total of $34,758.46 Global Second-Life EV Batteries Markets. The type of batteries the report mentioned is: Lead-acid.

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Sumitomo considering marketing new lower-temperature molten-salt electrolyte battery to automakers for EVs and hybrids

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NOVEMBER 11, 2011

Construction of the molten-salt electrolyte battery. is considering targeting its lower-temperature molten-salt electrolyte battery, being developed in partnership with Kyoto University ( earlier post ), to makers of electric and hybrid passenger cars, according to Bloomberg. Source: Sumitomo. Click to enlarge.

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Testing shows Talga graphene silicon boosts capacity of Li-ion battery anode; Safevolt project

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OCTOBER 25, 2018

Under Safevolt, Talga is developing a high energy graphene silicon anode product, termed Talnode-Si, targeting significantly higher capacity than state of the art commercial graphite anodes. However, silicon experiences drastic volume change during charge and discharge cycles, causing sharply shorter battery life and/or failure.

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Phillips 66 progressing its conversion of California refinery to renewable fuels

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MAY 4, 2021

A memorandum of understanding with Southwest Airlines to commercialize sustainable aviation fuel. A technical collaboration with Faradion, a leader in sodium-ion battery technology, to develop lower-cost and higher-performing anode materials for sodium-ion batteries.

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Planar Sodium Nickel Chloride Batteries Could Deliver 30% More Power at Lower Temperatures Than Conventional Cylindrical Versions

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OCTOBER 13, 2010

Schematic of a sodium-nickel chloride cell with planar design. A planar (flat) sodium-nickel chloride battery could deliver 30% more power at lower temperatures than the typical cylindrical design, according to researchers at the US Department of Energy’s Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL). Click to enlarge.

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Haldor Topsøe acquires 18% of Na-ion battery company Faradion Ltd

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FEBRUARY 12, 2014

Haldor Topsøe A/S, a global market leader in catalysis and related process technologies, recently acquired 18% of the shares in sodium-ion battery technology company Faradion Ltd, based in Sheffield, UK. Other partners in the investment included Finance Yorkshire’s Seedcorn Fund and Rising Stars Growth Fund II LP.

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DOE awarding >$24M to 77 projects through Technology Commercialization Fund

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JULY 10, 2019

The US Department of Energy (DOE) announced more than $24 million in funding for 77 projects supported by the Office of Technology Transitions (OTT) Technology Commercialization Fund (TCF). Commercializing 3D Printable Feedstocks for the Advanced Manufacturing of Energy Products, $300,000 MilliporeSigma, St. Louis , Mo.

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Univ. of Texas researchers propose lithium- or sodium-water batteries as next generation of high-capacity battery technology; applicable for EVs and grid storage

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APRIL 1, 2011

Example of a lithium-water rechargeable battery. Researchers at the University of Texas, including Dr. John Goodenough, are proposing a strategy for high-capacity next-generation alkali (lithium or sodium)-ion batteries using water-soluble redox couples as the cathode. The present sodium-sulfur battery operates above 300 °C.

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Xcel Terms First Phase of Sodium-Sulfur Battery Wind Energy Storage Test Project Successful

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AUGUST 11, 2010

Xcel Energy has released the preliminary results from its wind-to-battery (W2B) storage project in Minnesota, and termed the technology successful. In October 2008, Xcel began testing a one-megawatt sodium-sulfur (NaS) battery ( earlier post ) to demonstrate its ability to store wind energy and move it to the electricity grid when needed.

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What’s Happening in EV Battery Technology

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NOVEMBER 2, 2023

From how much they cost and weigh to the amount of power they store and how long they take to charge, electric vehicle (EV) batteries have a significant impact on EVs themselves, the EV industry as a whole, and ultimately EV buyers. Anodes are most commonly made of graphite.

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Rio Tinto declares maiden ore reserve at Jadar; major potential source of battery-grade lithium carbonate

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DECEMBER 10, 2020

Pre-feasibility studies have shown that the Jadar project has the potential to produce both battery-grade lithium carbonate and boric acid. Boric acid is a key raw material for advanced glass and fertilizer products and would be integrated with and complimentary to Rio Tinto’s established position in this market.

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U-M leads new DOE-funded research center for ceramic ion conductors; MUSIC

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SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

million research center, led by Michigan Engineering and funded by the US Department of Energy, will focus on understanding an emerging branch of science involving mechanical and chemical phenomena that affect advanced battery designs. —Jeff Sakamoto, professor of mechanical engineering at U-M and director of the new center.

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Hatch report finds NOVONIX dry cathode synthesis process offers cost and waste reduction improvements

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SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

NOVONIX Limited, a battery materials and technology company, announced that Hatch Ltd., As the company continues to advance its commercial engagements it is considering a pre-feasibility study to further advance the engineering and scale-up options for NOVONIX’s all-dry, zero-waste cathode technology.

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Aqua Metals is building a more sustainable battery recycling ecosystem

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APRIL 1, 2024

The economic benefits of recycling Li-ion batteries are clear, but at present, only a small percentage of them are recycled. In contrast, lead-acid batteries have a 99% recycling rate in the US. The two main processes for recycling lithium-ion batteries are pyrometallurgy and hydrometallurgy.

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Tsinghua researchers conclude surging lithium price will not impede EV boom

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JULY 27, 2022

Although the current 10-fold price spike of lithium is giving the electric vehicle market a sharp short-term shock, a study by a team from Tsinghua University indicates that it will not hinder transportation electrification in the long run. Contrary to anticipation, the global LIB supply chain is currently haunted by market fluctuations.

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Antimony nanocrystals as high-capacity anode materials for both Li-ion and Na-ion batteries

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MARCH 19, 2014

One molar LiPF6 in ethylene carbonate/dimethyl carbonate mixture containing 3 wt % of FEC was used as electrolyte for Li-ion cells, whereas 1 M NaClO 4 in propylene carbonate containing 10 wt % of FEC was used for Na-ion batteries. All batteries were cycled in the 20 mV to 1.5 Batteries' V potential range. Credit: ACS, He et al.

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Battery Advances Over the Next Ten Years

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JANUARY 29, 2023

Electric car batteries are a crucial component in the development of electric vehicles (EVs) and have seen significant advancements in recent years. For example the volumetric energy density of lithium-ion batteries has increased eightfold since 2008, from around 55 watt-hours/litre to 450 watt-hours/litre in 2020. million kilometers.

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Industry study finds lead-acid to remain most wide-spread automotive energy storage for foreseeable future; new chemistries continue to grow

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MAY 28, 2014

Overview of the three vehicle classes identified in the study, and their corresponding battery technologies. Their low cost and ability to start the engine at cold temperatures sets them apart in conventional and basic micro-hybrid vehicles, and as auxiliary batteries in all other automotive applications, according to the report.

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Pike Forecasts Grid Stationary Energy Storage Market to Reach $35B by 2020; Significant Opportunity for CAES, Li-ion and Flow Batteries

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AUGUST 31, 2010

Energy storage on the grid addresses several pressing market needs. Traditional options for long-duration energy storage include pumped hydroelectric storage, compressed air energy storage (CAES), and sodium sulfur (NAS) batteries. David Link, Pike Research senior analyst.

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Former Tesla 4680 cell production engineer lands at American Battery Factory

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MAY 11, 2022

Former Tesla 4680 battery cell production engineer James Herbermann has been named Vice President of Manufacturing at the American Battery Factory (ABF). ” James Herbermann, formerly with Tesla, joins American Battery Factory as its new Vice President of Manufacturing. .

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European automotive and automotive battery industries call for extension of the exemption of lead-based batteries from the EU ELV Directive

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DECEMBER 18, 2014

The EU must continue to allow the use of lead-based batteries in vehicles as they are essential for the needs of future generations of European cars, according to the automotive and automotive battery industries in Europe. This electrical system is in all cases supplied by a 12V lead-based battery, the groups said.

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Faradion receives first order for sodium-ion batteries for Australian market

ion Ventures and LiNa Energy conclude successful test of solid-state sodium-nickel battery platform

Solid-state sodium-ion battery company LiNa Energy closes out £3M late seed funding round

Blackstone may begin commercializing 3D-printed Na-ion batteries as early as 2025; testing in electric bus

Solid-state sodium battery company LiNa Energy closes £3.5M funding round

New long-duration, extended capacity Na-Al battery design for grid storage

Altris presents high-capacity Prussian White cathode material for Na-ion batteries; 160 mAh/g

UP Catalyst CO2-derived carbon nanotube electrode material boosts cycle life in Na-ion batteries

LiNa Energy successfully demonstrates Na-ion technology for battery energy storage systems

Battrixx investing in sodium-ion chemistry despite commercial challenges – ET Auto

Sparc Technologies, QUT partner to develop a hard carbon anode material from bio-waste for Na-ion batteries

Reliance buys Na-ion battery developer Faradion

CATL launches “condensed battery” with an energy density of up to 500 Wh/kg for aircraft; automotive version this year

Stellantis reports growth in the EU electrified market

Faraday Institution commits a further $31M to battery research to deliver commercial impact

ARPA-E launches $45M funding for advanced batteries for electric vehicles; EVs4ALL

Mangrove raises $3M from BDC Capital to accelerate deployment of battery-grade lithium processing systems

EaglePicher receives follow-on $3M award from ARPA-E to continue work on planar sodium-beta batteries

ARPA-E awarding $24M to two SCALEUP projects: battery technology and methane detection

French researchers develop sodium-ion battery in 18650 format; performance comparable to Li-ion

Compass Minerals signs non-binding agreement to supply LG Energy Solution with battery-grade lithium product starting in 2025

First Cobalt announces positive feasibility results for Canadian cobalt refinery expansion; first NA producer of battery-grade cobalt sulfate

Imperial Oil and E3 Lithium partner on lithium pilot project, redeveloping historic oil field

Second-life EV batteries market expected to reach $34.7B by 2027

Sumitomo considering marketing new lower-temperature molten-salt electrolyte battery to automakers for EVs and hybrids

Testing shows Talga graphene silicon boosts capacity of Li-ion battery anode; Safevolt project

Phillips 66 progressing its conversion of California refinery to renewable fuels

Planar Sodium Nickel Chloride Batteries Could Deliver 30% More Power at Lower Temperatures Than Conventional Cylindrical Versions

Haldor Topsøe acquires 18% of Na-ion battery company Faradion Ltd

DOE awarding >$24M to 77 projects through Technology Commercialization Fund

Univ. of Texas researchers propose lithium- or sodium-water batteries as next generation of high-capacity battery technology; applicable for EVs and grid storage

Xcel Terms First Phase of Sodium-Sulfur Battery Wind Energy Storage Test Project Successful

What’s Happening in EV Battery Technology

Rio Tinto declares maiden ore reserve at Jadar; major potential source of battery-grade lithium carbonate

U-M leads new DOE-funded research center for ceramic ion conductors; MUSIC

Hatch report finds NOVONIX dry cathode synthesis process offers cost and waste reduction improvements

Aqua Metals is building a more sustainable battery recycling ecosystem

Tsinghua researchers conclude surging lithium price will not impede EV boom

Antimony nanocrystals as high-capacity anode materials for both Li-ion and Na-ion batteries

Battery Advances Over the Next Ten Years

Industry study finds lead-acid to remain most wide-spread automotive energy storage for foreseeable future; new chemistries continue to grow

Pike Forecasts Grid Stationary Energy Storage Market to Reach $35B by 2020; Significant Opportunity for CAES, Li-ion and Flow Batteries

Former Tesla 4680 cell production engineer lands at American Battery Factory

European automotive and automotive battery industries call for extension of the exemption of lead-based batteries from the EU ELV Directive

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