Experts say Donut Lab's "breakthrough" solid-state battery is just ordinary lithium-ion
Test data contradicts the company's claims of a sodium-ion solid-state battery
A startup is using AI to find lithium deposits directly beneath Europe's battery factories
Volkswagen and LG have giant battery plants in Germany and Poland. A US startup thinks there's lithium sitting right beneath them
MIT researchers found a way to get lithium out of hard rock without the massive energy bill
Cutting lithium extraction costs nearly in half could change the economics of EV batteries
This ultra-cheap, water-based iron battery could last 16 years without degrading
The all-iron flow battery completed 6,000 cycles with no measurable capacity loss
Forward-looking: Lithium-ion batteries are everywhere, but their cost, supply chain issues, and potential to fail in fiery ways make them less than ideal for grid-scale energy storage. Chinese researchers say they have taken a major step toward an alternative in the form of an all-iron flow battery built from cheap, abundant materials and a water-based electrolyte that cannot explode.
Japan finds a way to recover 90% of lithium from old EV batteries
A step in the way of self-sustenance
Rocket reentries are leaving measurable lithium pollution in the upper atmosphere
Lidar data links Falcon 9 debris to measurable metal pollution at high altitude
These paper batteries made from plants want to replace AA and AAA cells
Moving from tech demo to real production
Forward-looking: What started as a curiosity at CES 2025 has quietly matured into one of the show's most convincing sustainability narratives a year later. Flint, the Singapore-based startup developing a fully cellulose-based paper battery, is now in production and gearing up to supply its renewable power cells to major electronics partners, including Logitech, Amazon, and Apple accessory maker Nimble.
A supervolcano caldera in the US could host the world's largest lithium deposit to date
A potential boon for the tech industry, a contentious issue for people living nearby
Container-sized batteries are powering the next global energy revolution
Tesla and BYD are competing to redefine grid-scale energy storage
Scientists at Microsoft, IBM, and others are turning to AI to discover the next generation of battery tech
New battery material that could cut lithium use dramatically
Looking ahead: Recent advancements in scientific discovery methodologies are using AI and emerging quantum technologies to compress decades of materials research into months or weeks. While these technologies are still evolving, their early successes in battery development suggest a future where sustainable, high-performance energy storage could become more accessible and environmentally responsible.
Used EV batteries could power vehicles, houses or even towns – if their manufacturers share vital data
EV batteries are made of hundreds of smaller cells
Nuclear-powered battery could eliminate need for recharging
Betavoltaic technology could power pacemakers, satellites, and more
Airline rules on portable batteries are getting stricter – and more inconsistent
South Korean airline passengers must now carry power banks and e-cigarettes on their person
Scientists discover way to revive batteries by injecting fresh lithium
Only industrial applications for now
Lithium-sulfur battery advancements promise faster charging and longer life
Research could lead to new, commercially-viable batteries
Next-gen EV batteries could last decades, researchers show the potential of single-crystal electrode tech
The battery lifespan could be around 20,000 cycles or 8 million kilometers
Ingenious DIY setup powers home for 8 years with over 1,000 repurposed laptop batteries
Repurposing e-waste on a sustainable power solution
New technology can unlock previously inaccessible lithium reserves
Meanwhile, a supply shortage of this crucial chemical element is looming
Massive lithium reserve discovered in Arkansas could power global EV industry
But how much of it is commercially recoverable?
Why it matters: As the world continues its shift toward cleaner energy sources, a discovery of a massive lithium deposit in Arkansas could play a pivotal role in shaping the future of transportation and energy storage. But challenges in its extraction and production must first be addressed.
Apple had a secret partnership with BYD to develop advanced EV batteries
While the Apple Car never materialized, the fruits of the partnership live on in other Apple products
Scientists propose method to extend lithium-ion battery life while lowering costs
Manufacturing process with high-current charging is faster and increases durability
Breakthrough 820 Wh/kg battery ditches nickel and cobalt for manganese
No decay over time paired with outstanding fast-charging capabilities
Ordinary rocks could power the next EV battery breakthrough
Another promising battery breakthrough
As EV sales slump, a breakthrough lithium extraction method could turbocharge the industry
The new technique can extract the mineral from sources as diluted as seawater
DIY project uses recycled vape batteries to charge smartphone, e-bike
70 vape batteries performing as an e-bike battery