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sodium-ion
Sodium-ion battery technology offers a cost-effective storage alternative using abundant materials, reducing reliance on critical minerals for grid-scale energy applications.
30 Seconds of Charging for 10,000 Cycles: Sodium-Ion Battery Finally Finds Its Armor
Researchers from Fudan University and Shanghai Electric Group published a study in the Journal of the American Chemical Society detailing a new anode architecture for sodium-ion batteries. This development is significant for energy storage professionals as it addresses the structural degradation and low conductivity issues that have historically limited the cycle life and fast-charging capability of sodium-ion technology.
LG Energy Solution skips third round of South Korea's central contract market for ESS, opting for selective focus over cutthroat competition
LG Energy Solution has decided to skip the third round of South Korea's central contract market for energy storage systems to avoid a price war that threatens profitability. This strategic shift highlights the critical importance of sustainable pricing mechanisms for battery manufacturers to ensure long-term stability in the energy storage sector.
Peak Energy CEO: ‘Anywhere LFP ESS goes, we go – and we do it better
Peak Energy raised $108 million in a Series B round to expand its Sacramento factory for grid-scale sodium-ion BESS. This investment supports the production of 4 GWh annually, aiming to compete with LFP on cost and safety.
China Accelerates Commercialization of Sodium Batteries... Temporary Tax Exemption Until End of 2028
China has implemented a temporary consumption tax exemption for sodium-ion batteries, all-solid-state batteries, and fuel cells until the end of 2028. This policy aims to support the sodium-ion battery market, which has faced pressure from falling lithium prices, by encouraging manufacturers to expand into commercial electric vehicle and energy storage system applications.