Energy Storage

Electric vehicles (EVs) are a primary method to reach a net zero transportation sector, but in addition to CO2 emissions, overall sustainability is becoming an increased focus point. However, sustainability is a very complex topic that does not tend to deal with absolutes as many factors are involved.

ATT are developing active battery monitoring systems that utilize printed heaters and temperature sensors. IDTechEx caught up with Business Development Manager Christian Kussmann at LOPEC 2024.

Innovation map for the impact of Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) regulations in emerging applications and alternatives for PFAS.

BeFC is a France-based startup producing bioenzymatic fuel cells, as a thin, printed, eco-friendly energy option.

Forecasts taken from IDTechEx report "Thermal Energy Storage 2024-2034: Technologies, Players, Markets, and Forecasts"

Alternative cathode active material (CAM) synthesis methods offer a route to lower cathode material costs, faster production times, and reductions in waste production. This premium article will provide an overview of the alternative routes that are being developed for producing cathode active materials.

This premium article discusses the early-stage applications of metal-organic frameworks (MOF).

This premium article will provide an overview and commentary on recent progress of computationally-driven material discovery and design for battery materials.

Group14 Technologies are a US-based company commercialising silicon-carbon composite anode material for Li-ion batteries.

The mining industry has always been perceived as a high-emitting and resource-heavy industry - one that contributes 2-3% of all global CO2 emissions. However, within the last few years, the industry has followed the path of other vehicle sectors and embraced electrification. The use of EVs in global mining is on the rise and could be set to change attitudes towards the industry at large.

CeNTI (Centre for Nanotechnology and Smart Materials) is a private non-profit R&D institute located in the north of Portugal. The institute focuses on research, technological development, innovation, and engineering in the fields of smart and functional materials and systems.

Lubrizol is a specialty chemicals company with products including engine oils, other transport related fluids, and additives for lubricants and fuels. Lubrizol presented a webinar at the end of 2023 highlighting the release of several fluids for immersion cooling of electric vehicle (EV) batteries, under the brand name Evogen.

Hazer Group is an Australian company that has developed a catalytic methane pyrolysis process, which produces hydrogen and synthetic graphite. IDTechEx caught up with Hazer Group at the H2&FC EXPO (Smart Energy Week 2024) in Tokyo, Japan.

Thursday 28 March 2024 - Technology & Market Developments for Electrolyzers in Green Hydrogen Production - Introduction to the hydrogen economy and green hydrogen production; Overview of the incumbent electrolyzer technologies; Current state of electrolyzer manufacturing and market; Key innovations needed in electrolyzer technology & overview of novel technologies; Electrolyzer market growth drivers and market outlook

Bipolar plates are crucial components in proton exchange fuel cells, representing a substantial portion of the value of the fuel cell stack. IDTechEx predicts that their market value will surpass US$2.5 billion by 2034. The choice between metal and graphite materials for bipolar plates is a significant consideration, with each option having distinct advantages depending on the specific application.

IDTechEx spoke to MAHLE at The Future Propulsion Conference to learn more about its new battery design with applications across various vehicle segments.

As the volume of variable renewable energy (VRE) sources penetrating electricity grids increases globally, so does the need to manage the increasing uncertainty and variability in electricity supply. Long duration energy storage (LDES) technologies will be needed in key regions from the 2030s to support electricity grids with greater penetrations of VRE.

Nanotech was held from January 31st to February 2nd 2024, at Tokyo Big Sight in Japan. The focus of this event summary will be for nanocarbon materials and compounds featured at Nanotech, predominantly those featuring carbon nanotubes (CNTs).

IDTechEx have released a brand new episode of the 'Tomorrow's Tech by IDTechEx' podcast, 'EV Charging 101: How Can We Take the Guesswork Out of Driving Electric?'. Host Dr Tess Skyrme and industry expert Shazan Siddiqi will be discussing the up-and-coming trends in the EV Charging landscape.