Lithium-ion #batteries power more than electric vehicles and consumer electronics. More and more, they are powering the North American electric #grid in combination with renewable energy projects. Ascend Elements CEO Mike O'Kronley discusses our increasing reliance on #Lithium ion batteries and the urgent need for continued investment in the North American #battery materials industry. "Ultimately, it's a national security issue." Watch Mike's keynote address at the recent Battery & Critical Metals Recycling Conference in Atlanta. 👇 https://lnkd.in/gjaxPjGi
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Battery Metal Consumption per GigaFactory The transition toward electric vehicles and renewable energy storage hinges heavily on battery metals, like lithium, cobalt, and nickel, and with that comes the ever-increasing demand for the resources. Understanding battery metal consumption per GWh is crucial for various stakeholders, from policymakers and industry leaders to investors and environmental advocates. However, the clear development path of nickel-rich batteries and the unexpected global embrace of lithium iron phosphate have significantly disrupted forecasts for lithium. This, coupled with the emerging trend of smaller battery packs and a slower rate of adoption suggests a potential for a overestimation of future lithium demand. https://lnkd.in/e8YmuMwb #ev #electricvehicles #batteries #lithiumionbatteries #lithium #innovation #cars #automotive #technology #production #gigafactory #capitalmarkets #nickel #cathode
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Renewable Energy Heroes: Redox Flow Batteries (RFBs)! In renewable energy, we face an intriguing challenge: efficiently harnessing the sun and wind. However, these sources are only sometimes available when needed. Solar works on sunny days and wind turbines spin when it's windy, but what about the rest? Enter Redox Flow Batteries (RFBs) 🌊⚡. Unlike standard lithium-ion batteries (Li-ion), which store energy chemically in solid electrodes, RFBs use two liquid electrolytes that flow through electrochemical cells. This system captures surplus energy during peaks and releases it during lulls. RFBs differ from Li-ion batteries in several ways. They offer a longer cycle life, often up to 20 years, ideal for long-duration energy storage 🔄📆. Additionally, RFBs can scale their energy capacity without numerous individual cells, making them adaptable for grid-scale applications. RFBs' primary application is bridging the gap between intermittent renewable energy sources and constant power demand 🏞️🔌. They excel in grid-scale energy storage, ensuring a continuous and reliable supply. Despite challenges like upfront costs and slightly lower energy density, RFBs are vital for a sustainable, reliable energy future 🌍💪. They help maximize renewable energy potential, ensuring a steady power supply while reducing environmental impact. 💡🌱 #RenewableEnergy #EnergyStorage #RedoxFlowBatteries #Sustainability #Innovation https://lnkd.in/gmAUCSp8
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#MKProduct Lead-acid batteries have long dominated the battery market, primarily owing to their exceptional cost-performance ratio. However, as the #energystorage sector continues to burgeon, lead-acid batteries have undergone significant advancements, positioning themselves as indispensable players in this burgeoning industry. 🔋 ⚡ Follow us to get more information about lead-acid batteries & lithium-ion batteries. 🙌 #leadacidbatteries #batterystorage #batterytech #electricity #BatteryRevolution #BatteryBreakthroughs #electricity https://lnkd.in/gDnxBbGi
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The #battery world is not all about lithium. Vanadium-based batteries hold great potential, for SA’s energy security as well industrial development. Check out TIPS (NPC) research on the topic: https://lnkd.in/dn-XcS7S
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Recent incidents such as a German lithium energy storage facility catching fire underscore the critical need for safer alternatives in energy storage technology. Lithium-ion batteries, while efficient and widely used, pose inherent risks due to their flammability. Vanadium flow batteries offer a solution to this problem with their non-flammable properties. Unlike #lithium-ion batteries, vanadium flow batteries use a stable electrolyte solution. This solution eliminates the risk of combustion, making vanadium flow batteries inherently safer for large-scale energy storage applications. https://lnkd.in/gvAZYiYd #vanadium $AVL #VFB
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Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) cathode material precursor serves as the foundation for manufacturing high-performance Li-ion batteries, contributing to the advancement of portable electronics, electric vehicles, renewable energy storage, and more: ▪ Applications in electric vehicles: With the growing momentum of sustainable transportation, the inherent thermal stability of lithium iron phosphate batteries makes them the first choice of electric vehicle manufacturers. This choice helps improve safety and extend battery life. ▪ Portable electronics: Driven by their precursors, LiFePO4-based batteries exhibit reliable and consistent performance, ensuring the prolonged operation of electronic devices and reducing safety concerns. ▪ Renewable energy storage solutions: LiFePO4 batteries store excess energy generated during peak production and release it when demand surges. This functionality contributes to grid stability and optimizes energy utilization. https://lnkd.in/gnMbXr3R #lithiumironphosphate #LiFePO4 #batterycell #batterymaterials #sustainability
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Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) cathode material precursor serves as the foundation for manufacturing high-performance Li-ion batteries, contributing to the advancement of portable electronics, electric vehicles, renewable energy storage, and more: ▪ Applications in electric vehicles: With the growing momentum of sustainable transportation, the inherent thermal stability of lithium iron phosphate batteries makes them the first choice of electric vehicle manufacturers. This choice helps improve safety and extend battery life. ▪ Portable electronics: Driven by their precursors, LiFePO4-based batteries exhibit reliable and consistent performance, ensuring the prolonged operation of electronic devices and reducing safety concerns. ▪ Renewable energy storage solutions: LiFePO4 batteries store excess energy generated during peak production and release it when demand surges. This functionality contributes to grid stability and optimizes energy utilization. https://lnkd.in/g_qcm2QH #lithiumironphosphate #LiFePO4 #batterycell #batterymaterials #sustainability
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We are honored to be featured in a recent article by Energy Tech Review. X-BATT and Semplastics completed an R&D project to demonstrate coal’s useability in anodes in lithium-ion batteries. 🔋🔬 Learn more: https://bit.ly/3LFP0Wm #greentechnology #innovation #batterytechnology #lithiumbattery
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Lithium-ion batteries are highly demanded for their high energy density, long cycle life, and quick charging capabilities. These batteries are considered the lifeline for many industries including consumer electronics, automotive, telecommunication, and renewable energy. Over the past three decades, the cost of lithium-ion battery cells has dropped by 97%, significantly boosting demand. However, the emergence and rapid adoption of solid-state batteries could potentially hinder the continued dominance of lithium-ion batteries. To understand the 𝗟𝗶𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘂𝗺-𝗜𝗼𝗻 𝗕𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁 and its expected future roadmap: https://lnkd.in/gFqdZD8U #battery #lithium #ion #market #cobalt #oxide #anode #electrolyte #cathode #renewable
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This regard 100 ah lithium batteries have emerged as a critical player in energy storage. https://lnkd.in/dJsNWDYe
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Production Planning Manager | Sales Technical Support – Norilsk Nickel Harjavalta Oy
1moGreat to hear that US takes seriously to build the full supply chain. I am curious, what is the battery chemistry are you aiming for? Is it NMC? if yes, what is the Ni demand do you expect?