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Solid State Batteries in 2026: From Hype to Adoption

The solid-state battery (SSB) industry is transforming, driven by advanced technologies and rising demand across applications. Offering breakthroughs in safety and energy density, SSBs could reach a $10 billion market by 2036. The IDTechEx report "Solid-State Batteries 2026-2036: Technology, Forecasts, Players" provides a comprehensive analysis of this dynamic industry, exploring the interplay between cutting-edge technologies, market trends, manufacturing challenges, and the global ecosystem surrounding solid-state batteries.

QuantumScape

QuantumScape is a US-based company working on oxide-based solid-state batteries.

Prologium Technology Co Ltd

ProLogium was founded in 2006, with core technology in oxide electrolytes, ASM, LCBs, and MAB.

24M Technologies, Inc.

24M (Massachusetts, USA) develops semi-solid battery technology, aiming to disrupt lithium-ion production with lower-cost, simpler manufacturing. Its licensed business model targets electric vehicle (EV) and grid storage markets, partnering with firms like Kyocera and Volkswagen. Advantages include reduced material use, higher energy density, and compatibility with existing facilities. Backed by US$100M+ funding (including from Japan's GPSC), it leverages MIT-derived IP. Challenges include scaling production and competing with entrenched lithium-ion giants (CATL, Panasonic). Positioned as a cost-innovation leader, 24M's semi-solid approach bridges traditional and next-generation solid-state technology but faces execution risks in a capital-intensive industry.

Toyota

Toyota is an important player in the area of solid-state batteries and this profile provides the latest updates on its work in this space.

Ampcera

Ampcera Inc. is a US-based material company in the development, commercialisation and manufacturing of solid-state electrolyte materials for high performance lithium batteries and their upstream & downstream industries.

QuantumScape: Developing the Future of Solid-State

QuantumScape is a major player in the solid-state battery space and developer of lithium metal batteries.

Sungrow (BESS)

Sungrow is a battery energy storage system (BESS) integrator and supplier, based in China. IDTechEx caught up with the company at Solar & Storage Live 2024.

Sungrow

Sungrow is a battery energy storage system (BESS) integrator and supplier, based in China.

Fluence — Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)

Fluence Energy (Fluence) is a market leader in front-of-meter energy storage. The company is the result of a joint-venture between two industry powerhouses: German engineering giant Siemens and U.S. energy company AES.

Rising Star: Commercial Advancements & Developments of SSB

The announcement claimed by Toyota that it had a "technological breakthrough" to resolve durability issues and "a solution for materials" for a solid-state battery (SSB) powering EVs in July 2023 has triggered another wave of interest in SSBs, in addition to the continuous efforts from companies such as BMW, CATL, Ford, General Motors, Honda, Hyundai, LG, Mercedes-Benz, Nissan, Panasonic, Samsung, Volkswagen, etc.

Empowering the Future: The Progress of Solid-State Battery Technology

In the ever-evolving energy storage landscape, the advent of solid-state batteries (SSBs) is leading to a new era of possibilities. As the demand for higher performance and safer energy storage solutions grows, SSBs have emerged as a frontrunner in the race for next-generation battery technology.

100 MWh Energy Storage System to Help UK on Path Towards Net Zero

The technology group Wärtsilä will partner with low carbon energy company SSE to deliver a 50 MW / 100 MWh energy storage system in Salisbury, Wiltshire. The battery will be the first connected directly to the transmission network by SSE's new solar and battery division and will support access to clean, reliable energy by balancing the intermittency of renewables.

Eni Strengthens its Presence in the UK Offshore Wind Market

Eni acquires a 20% stake in the UK Dogger Bank C project, the third phase of the world largest offshore wind farm currently under construction, set to generate around 18 TWh per year.

Fifth Chinese Member Company Joins Global Wind Organisation

Fast growing Chinese wind turbine manufacturer CRRC Zhuzhou Institute Co Ltd has now joined Global Wind Organisation, becoming part of a global network of stakeholders driving standards for safety.

Acquisition of Interest in Beatrice Offshore Wind Farm UK

The Board of TRIG is pleased to announce that the Company has exchanged contracts to acquire an equity interest of 17.5% in Beatrice offshore wind farm from Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners.

First 14-MW Turbine Delivered to World's Largest Off-Shore Wind Farm

At 3.6GW Dogger Bank will be the largest wind farm in the world, capable of generating enough renewable power to provide around 5% of the UK's electricity demand. It is being built in three 1.2GW phases; Dogger Bank A, B and C.

Royal HaskoningDHV Leads North Falls Offshore Wind Farm EIA and HRA

Royal HaskoningDHV has been appointed by North Falls Offshore Wind to provide Environmental Impact Assessment services in support of the Development Consent Order application. The project is a proposed extension to Greater Gabbard wind farm in the southern North Sea.

London Bus Garage Becomes World's Largest Vehicle-to-Grid Site

A North London bus garage is set to become a 'virtual power station', generating electricity from buses when not in use. Following a transformation to garage nearly 100 new zero-emission electric buses, Northumberland Park is now one of the biggest electric bus facilities in Europe. The project, called Bus2Grid, is believed to be the world's largest vehicle-to-grid trial site.

Construction on World's Largest Offshore Wind Farm has Begun

Construction on the world's largest offshore wind farm has taken place this week near the coastal village of Ulrome, East Riding of Yorkshire, England.