Energy Storage

Innovation roadmap for graphene applications.

Thermal Interface Materials (TIMs) come in different forms and thermal conductivities. Typical TIM forms include gap pads, thermal greases, thermally conductive adhesives (TCA), and phase change materials.

LiNa Energy was founded in 2017 as a spin-out of Lancaster University. The company is trying to commercialise solid-state sodium-nickel-chloride (ZEBRA) batteries.

Depending on the technology being talked about, there are already solid-state batteries being commercialized and they could enable a US$8 billion dollar business opportunity in 2033, according to IDTechEx's report "Solid-State and Polymer Batteries 2023-2033: Technology, Forecasts, Players".

Ceres Power are a UK-based company, developing technologies for solid oxide fuel cells (SOFCs). IDTechEx spoke with Huntly Thomas (Senior Principal Systems Engineer).

Electriq Global (formerly known as Terragenic) is an Israeli start-up that has developed a hydrogen storage solution using potassium borohydride. Its solution is mainly applicable to hydrogen transportation.

This premium article focuses on the use of metal hydrides for hydrogen storage, providing information on the different types of hydrides, storage mechanisms, key materials, use cases, and player analysis. Other storage methods (iron oxide, MOFs, zeolites, other novel materials) are also briefly discussed.

Accurec Recycling GmbH is a German recycling company, which processes nickel-cadmium, nickel-metal hydride, and lithium-ion batteries.

Nissan is a global automaker based out of Japan and founded in 1933. It is a historic leader in electric vehicles and in 2010 went on to release one of the first battery electric vehicles (BEVs) to achieve mainstream success, the Nissan Leaf. In this full profile IDTechEx explores Nissan's latest EV developments including research into all solid-state batteries (aSSB).

AMTE Power is a public company based in the UK, and is a manufacturer of lithium and sodium-ion batteries across a range of markets.

NanoRial specialize in the dispersion of nanocarbons, specifically CNTs. IDTechEx spoke with Dr Chitral Angammana (Co-founder, Inventor & CEO).

Bipolar plates form the backbone of proton exchange fuel cells and consequently capture a significant portion of the fuel cell stack value, with IDTechEx forecasting their market value to exceed US$2.4 bn by 2033.

This premium article identifies and explores the key players in the sodium-ion battery market, including HiNa Battery, Faradion, and Natron Energy.

POSCO Holdings is a South Korean steel-making company and has wider capabilities within the battery manufacturing and recycling markets.

Storengy is a subsidiary of the French multinational utilities company Engie SA. The company is involved in natural gas storage as well as production and storage of renewable gases, namely biomethane and hydrogen. The company owns and operates sites in France, Germany, and the UK. This company profile focuses on Storengy's activities within underground hydrogen storage.

Leclanché is a vertically integrated pure-play battery solutions provider based out of Switzerland. IDTechEx caught up with the company to discuss applications in emerging heavy-duty electric vehicle (EV) markets such as rail.

This premium article gives an introduction to sodium-ion batteries, including their characteristics, value proposition, policies surrounding their development, and more.

Underground hydrogen storage (UHS) enables vast amounts of hydrogen to be stored in depleted oil and gas fields, artificial salt caverns, or lined rock caverns without the need for expensive cryogenic or compressed hydrogen storage facilities. This premium article reviews and contrasts the different UHS approaches, defining the key needs for surface facilities. It also includes examples of current and potential hydrogen storage installations, as well as the companies involved.

Veolia provides solutions for water, waste, and energy management. The company also operates in the Li-ion battery recycling market.

Storag Etzel GmbH is one of the largest suppliers of cavern gas storage facilities in Germany. This company profile focuses on the company's activities within underground hydrogen storage using salt caverns.