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This lithium-free battery startup just raised $78M in Series C funding

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Photo: Alsym Energy Boston-based Alsym Energy, which is developing a nonflammable rechargeable battery that’s cobalt and lithium-free, has announced a $78 million funding round. Alsym Energy, which was founded in April 2015, has developed a non-flammable, high-performance rechargeable battery chemistry that’s lithium- and cobalt-free.

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Actacell merges with flourine-based battery company Contour Energy Systems

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The company is leveraging new fluorine-based battery chemistries, nano-materials science and manufacturing processes to develop advanced primary and next-generation rechargeable battery systems. Our new partnership adds advanced rechargeable battery technology to the Contour product portfolio, allowing us to enter new markets.

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alpha-En Corporation and Argonne partner on Li metal anodes for EV batteries; $750K award from DOE

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The flexibility of the process allows for production of lithium and compounds in a variety of form factors, for use in primary and rechargeable batteries. The process does not require mercury, again reducing raw material costs and eliminating containment costs. The room temperature process requires minimal electricity.

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Ford and Microsoft Partnering on EV Smart Charging

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For the vehicle application, Hohm will help owners determine when and how to most efficiently and affordably recharge battery electric (BEV) and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) vehicles. Ford and Microsoft’s participation in the Hohm program builds on the success of their decade-long partnership to provide customers with superior in-car experiences.

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PHEV Blowback

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Mercury is toxic. " Soot particles can make it hard to breathe, especially for asthmatics. But was the NRCD report a negative report ?

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Nissan Leaf – Taking Reservations

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Read more about it in the San Jose Mercury News Article: Reservations for the all-electric Nissan Leaf start Tuesday. By Dana Hull for the San Jose Mercury News. A top concern is “range anxiety&# because electric vehicles can travel a limited number of miles before needing to be recharged.

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A brief discussion of the history of EV charging technology

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The earliest electric car batteries were disposable and were disposed of when they ran out of power, so there was no concept of recharging them. The invention of rechargeable batteries meant that newer models of electric cars could use the same batteries without having to be replaced. Corner of Battery Room.