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New Iron Battery Could Replace Diesel Backup at Data Centers
Innovation3d ago

New Iron Battery Could Replace Diesel Backup at Data Centers

A California startup is launching clean batteries that could finally replace the diesel generators humming behind data centers. The iron-sodium technology promises 20 years of reliable backup power without the fumes, noise, or fire risks.

PV Magazine3 min read
Columbia Scientists Speed Up Lithium Extraction by Years
Innovation4d ago

Columbia Scientists Speed Up Lithium Extraction by Years

Researchers just cracked one of clean energy's biggest problems: getting lithium out of the ground without destroying the environment. Their new method could make EV batteries cheaper and faster to produce while using far less water and land.

Science Daily3 min read
New Sodium Battery Hits 261 Wh/kg, Rivals Lithium Tech
Videos5d ago

New Sodium Battery Hits 261 Wh/kg, Rivals Lithium Tech

A Chinese company just unveiled sodium batteries that pack nearly as much energy as lithium models, without the fire risk or rare materials. This breakthrough could make electric vehicles cheaper and safer for everyone.

CleanTechnica2 min read
China Achieves Battery Breakthrough for Longer-Range EVs
Innovation6d ago

China Achieves Battery Breakthrough for Longer-Range EVs

A Chinese lithium company just started producing the world's first solid-state batteries that could let electric vehicles drive much farther on a single charge. The breakthrough brings us closer to EVs that charge faster and last longer than ever before.

Electrek2 min read
US Energy Storage Hits Record 9.7 GWh in Q1 2026
Planet Wins6d ago

US Energy Storage Hits Record 9.7 GWh in Q1 2026

America just installed more energy storage in three months than ever before, proving clean energy keeps growing even during uncertain times. The numbers show a 32% jump from last year and a promising path toward affordable, reliable power for everyone.

Google: renewable energy record2 min read
Water Battery Lasts 120,000 Cycles, Cuts Grid Costs
InnovationMay 21

Water Battery Lasts 120,000 Cycles, Cuts Grid Costs

Scientists created a water-based battery that charges 120,000 times without wearing out, making clean energy storage safer and cheaper than ever. This breakthrough could help solar and wind farms store power affordably for days or weeks.

Google News - Tech Breakthrough2 min read
Finnish Team Builds Battery That Stores Power in Sand
InnovationMay 21

Finnish Team Builds Battery That Stores Power in Sand

Researchers at Finland's Aalto University built a working prototype of an energy storage system that charges sand with heat and converts it back to electricity. While early efficiency numbers are low, the experiment proves the concept works and could lead to cheaper renewable energy storage.

PV Magazine2 min read
Hyundai Partners 7 Indian Universities for EV Research
VideosMay 21

Hyundai Partners 7 Indian Universities for EV Research

Hyundai Motor Group just expanded its electric vehicle research network across India to seven top universities, launching 39 projects to accelerate battery technology. The initiative pairs Korean automotive expertise with Indian engineering talent to build EV solutions designed specifically for India's market.

CleanTechnica3 min read
BYD EVs Charge to 70% in 5 Minutes, Even in Extreme Cold
SolutionsMay 21

BYD EVs Charge to 70% in 5 Minutes, Even in Extreme Cold

Chinese automaker BYD just solved one of electric vehicles' biggest headaches with battery technology that charges from 10% to 70% in about five minutes. Even better, it works in freezing weather and is expanding beyond luxury models to reach everyday drivers.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
Korean Battery Breakthrough Promises 4X Longer EV Range by 2028
InnovationMay 21

Korean Battery Breakthrough Promises 4X Longer EV Range by 2028

South Korean company POSCO Future M just cracked the code on mass-producing silicon battery anodes that store four times more energy than current batteries. The breakthrough could finally deliver electric vehicles with truly game-changing range and charging speeds.

Regional: south korea technology (KR)2 min read
Scientists Create Safer Batteries Using Water-Based Method
InnovationMay 20

Scientists Create Safer Batteries Using Water-Based Method

Three chemists are solving major challenges in energy storage and water purification with surprisingly simple innovations. Their breakthrough approaches could make solid-state batteries cheaper to produce and help millions access cleaner water.

Nature News2 min read
Supercomputer Powers 500 Clean Energy Breakthroughs in 2025
VideosMay 20

Supercomputer Powers 500 Clean Energy Breakthroughs in 2025

A single supercomputer just helped scientists advance more than 500 clean energy projects in one year, from discovering battery alternatives to designing better bioreactors. The National Laboratory of the Rockies' Kestrel system is proving that artificial intelligence can speed up the race to solve our biggest energy challenges.

CleanTechnica2 min read
Malaysia Launches Push to Build Its Own Battery Technology
VideosMay 19

Malaysia Launches Push to Build Its Own Battery Technology

Malaysia just launched its first domestically developed energy storage system and announced plans to become self-sufficient in battery production. The move aims to reduce reliance on imports and strengthen the nation's energy independence.

Regional: malaysia technology (MY)2 min read
China's Battery Giant Brings Clean Energy to Tibet Plateau
Planet WinsMay 19

China's Battery Giant Brings Clean Energy to Tibet Plateau

CATL is partnering with Tibet's development group to build zero-carbon energy systems designed for high-altitude conditions. The project could transform how remote mountain regions access reliable clean power.

Google: clean energy investment2 min read
Zinc Batteries Hit $1.3B as Safe Alternative to Lithium
InnovationMay 18

Zinc Batteries Hit $1.3B as Safe Alternative to Lithium

Safe, sustainable zinc batteries have attracted $1.3 billion in investment over five years, with half a dozen factories now under construction. The rechargeable technology offers a nonflammable alternative to lithium-ion batteries, positioning America to lead a booming energy storage market.

PV Magazine2 min read
New AI Charging Tech Could Extend EV Batteries 23%
InnovationMay 18

New AI Charging Tech Could Extend EV Batteries 23%

Swedish researchers developed smart charging software that helps electric vehicle batteries last nearly a quarter longer without adding any charging time. The breakthrough could solve one of the biggest concerns holding drivers back from going electric.

Google News - Electric Vehicle3 min read
China's MG4 Hits 100,000 Units in 8 Months
InnovationMay 17

China's MG4 Hits 100,000 Units in 8 Months

A new electric vehicle with safer battery technology just proved cutting-edge EVs can reach everyday drivers fast. China's MG4 reached 100,000 units in eight months at prices starting under $15,000.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
Scientists Store Sunlight in Molecules That Boil Water
SolutionsMay 15

Scientists Store Sunlight in Molecules That Boil Water

UC Santa Barbara researchers created a molecule that captures sunlight and stores it for years, releasing enough heat to boil water on demand. The breakthrough could power homes and heaters without batteries or the electrical grid.

Science Daily3 min read
Scientists Find Hidden Materials for Clean Energy
InnovationMay 14

Scientists Find Hidden Materials for Clean Energy

Researchers discovered valuable new materials by studying what happens between the start and end of chemical reactions during heating. One find could revolutionize solar energy and battery technology.

Google News - Scientists Discover3 min read
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VideosMay 14

Simple Heat Trick Makes Batteries Last 50% Longer

Scientists discovered that changing how fast they heat batteries during manufacturing makes them last dramatically longer. The breakthrough requires no new chemicals or extra costs.

Google News - Researchers Find3 min read

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