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Next-Gen Energy Storage
US Battery Storage Capacity Reaches 14.96 GW / 24.6 GWh in Q1 2026; ERCOT and CAISO Lead, PJM Revenue Soars Post-Regulation Redesign
Modo Energy USA Overview The US added 1.1 GW of battery storage across 20 new projects in Q1 2026, bringing total operational capacity to 14.96 GW with 24.6 GWh of energy capacity. ERCOT and CAISO collectively host approximately two-thir... -
Next-Gen Energy Storage
Precision Chemical Purity and Advanced Process Control Drive Next-Gen Li-ion Battery Performance with High-Capacity Anodes and Dry Electrode Tech
Spectroscopy Online USA Overview Rigorous analytical chemistry and process control are crucial for overcoming the safety, performance, cost, and sustainability challenges of lithium-ion batteries (LIBs). Key advancements include the adop... -
Next-Gen Energy Storage
Redwood Materials Secures $350M to Accelerate EV Battery Recycling Operations
drivtu.com USA Overview Redwood Materials has secured $350 million in funding to accelerate its EV battery recycling efforts. The company operates one of the world's largest recycling facilities in Nevada, capable of processing 100,000 t... -
Next-Gen Energy Storage
Battery Recycling: Hydrometallurgical Leaching Reagents Market Projected for Significant Growth by 2035
IndexBox USA Overview According to IndexBox, the market for hydrometallurgical leaching reagents in battery recycling is forecast for substantial growth by 2035, driven by surging volumes of lithium-ion battery scrap. Black mass leaching... -
Next-Gen Energy Storage
Itronics Launches Critical Mineral Recovery from Alkaline Battery Black Mass
Morningstar USA Overview Itronics Inc. has launched an operation to recover critical minerals—including zinc, manganese dioxide, potassium, and carbon—from alkaline battery black mass. A portion of these recovered materials will be utili... -
Next-Gen Energy Storage
Overcoming Lithium Retention Challenges for Anode-Free Batteries: Pathways to Commercialization
PatSnap Eureka USA Overview Anode-free battery technology promises a 20-40% increase in energy density by plating lithium directly on current collectors, eliminating traditional graphite/silicon anodes. However, low lithium retention eff... -
Next-Gen Energy Storage
Global Sodium-Ion Battery Market: Key Manufacturers & Strategic Trends 2026
Blackridge Research & Consulting USA Overview Blackridge Research & Consulting's report provides an overview of the global sodium-ion battery market in 2026, highlighting key manufacturer strategies. CATL has launched mass production... -
Next-Gen Energy Storage
CATL’s Naxtra Sodium-Ion Batteries Achieve 175 Wh/kg, Drive Mass Production for EVs and Grid Storage
EVTech.News China Overview CATL has initiated mass production of its "Naxtra" sodium-ion battery platform, achieving an energy density of 175 Wh/kg—surpassing some LFP cells. This breakthrough enables EV ranges of over 500km and has secu... -
Next-Gen Energy Storage
Chinese Researchers Transform Dragon Fruit Peels into Key Li-S Battery Material, Enhancing Drone and EV Performance
ECOticias.com China Overview Chinese researchers have innovatively converted dragon fruit peels into carbon membranes to address challenges in high-energy-density lithium-sulfur (Li-S) batteries, enhancing their performance. This novel u... -
Next-Gen Energy Storage
Dry Electrode Manufacturing Poised to Slash Battery Costs by Over 50%, Energy by 75%, with Tesla Targeting $50/kWh by 2026
Shenzhen Tsingyan Electronic Technology Co., Ltd. China Overview Dry electrode manufacturing is projected to cut battery production costs by over 50% and energy consumption by more than 75% by eliminating expensive solvents, drying ovens...