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Could a sodium ion battery be a viable alternative?

The breakthrough could also make sodium-ion batteries viable for other practical applications, such as low carbon footprint energy storage systems for solar and wind farms.

What is sodium ion technology?

The sodium-ion technology, which has been developed together with research partner Altris, is intended to provide the foundation for Northvolt's next-generation energy storage solutions.

What is an example of a battery based on sodium?

One example is batteries based on sodium. Until a year ago, it was mostly lithium; now we know that sodium can play a role.” Northvolt’s current sodium-ion batteries are designed for use in energy storage, but subsequent generations with higher energy density could eventually be used in electric vehicles.

Could a Japanese battery breakthrough lead to a next-generation battery?

Your support makes all the difference. A battery breakthrough made by researchers in Japan could pave the way for next-generation batteries to finally enter mass production. A team from Tokyo University of Science discovered a way to build sodium-ion batteries with an equivalent performance to conventional lithium-ion batteries.

Could a new battery technology reduce China's dependence on China?

Roula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter. Northvolt has made a breakthrough in a new battery technology used for energy storage that the Swedish industrial start-up claims could minimise dependence on China for the green transition.

Can a high-energy sodium-ion battery charge quickly?

Researchers from the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) were able to overcome these issues by developing a high-energy, high-power sodium-ion battery capable of rapid charging.

Northvolt in new sodium-ion battery breakthrough

Northvolt has made a breakthrough in a new battery technology used for energy storage that the Swedish industrial start-up claims could minimise dependence on …

Breakthrough in Sodium-Ion Battery Energy Density by US …

In conclusion, the US researchers'' breakthrough in increasing the energy density of sodium-ion batteries is a significant step towards a more sustainable and affordable …

China''s new sodium-ion EV battery withstands -40 degree cold

CATL announces 2nd-gen sodium-ion EV battery that works even at -40°F China''s largest battery maker is developing a new sodium-ion battery that can withstand …

Northvolt makes breakthrough in sodium-ion battery …

Swedish start-up Northvolt announced on Tuesday a breakthrough in its sodium-ion battery technology, developed for use in energy storage systems. The battery does not involve the use of lithium, cobalt or …

China''s new sodium-ion EV battery withstands -40 degree cold

CATL announces 2nd-gen sodium-ion EV battery that works even at -40°F …

Battery breakthrough makes next-gen cells 60% better

Battery breakthrough brings ''unprecedented performance'' to next-gen cells. Sodium-ion batteries could soon be found in everything from smartphones to wind farms

Northvolt in new sodium-ion battery breakthrough

Northvolt has made a breakthrough in a new battery technology used for energy storage that the Swedish industrial start-up claims could minimise dependence on China for the green transition.

Scientists build battery that can charge in seconds

A team from South Korea made the breakthrough with next-generation sodium batteries, which are both cheaper and safer than the conventional lithium-ion batteries found in …

A breakthrough in inexpensive, clean, fast-charging batteries

A breakthrough in inexpensive, clean, fast-charging batteries First anode-free sodium solid-state battery Date: July 3, 2024 Source: University of Chicago

Scientists build battery that can charge in seconds

A team from South Korea made the breakthrough with next-generation …

Northvolt develops state-of-the-art sodium-ion battery

Following a breakthrough in technology, Northvolt is proud to add sodium-ion to its cell portfolio, enabling the expansion of cost-efficient and sustainable energy storage systems worldwide. …

Iron-Sodium Resiliency Breakthrough: Startup says its Battery …

Inlyte Energy this month reported it has achieved advanced results in its iron …

Australian researchers develop ''breakthrough'' sodium battery

Australian researchers develop ''breakthrough'' sodium battery. New battery technology using a type of molten salt processed from sea water has been successfully tested …

Is Sodium-Ion the Next Big Breakthrough in Battery Technology?

This means the battery has to be heavier, which isn''t great news for electric vehicles at this stage. Pairing the two together is a viable solution, as it allows manufacturers …

UChicago, UC San Diego labs create breakthrough new …

UChicago Pritzker Molecular Engineering Prof. Y. Shirley Meng''s Laboratory for Energy Storage and Conversion has created the world''s first anode-free sodium solid-state battery. The team hopes the breakthrough …

Northvolt develops state-of-the-art sodium-ion battery

Following a breakthrough in technology, Northvolt is proud to add sodium-ion to its cell portfolio, enabling the expansion of cost-efficient and sustainable energy storage systems worldwide. Stockholm, Sweden – Northvolt today announced …

Recent Developments in Sodium-Ion Battery Technology

Discover the latest advancements in sodium-ion battery technology, from durability enhancements to sustainability considerations. US Supports Sodium-Ion Battery …