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This Solid-State Battery Fix Could Matter More For Motorcycles Than Cars

MIT researchers found a way to reduce dendrite growth in solid-state batteries, potentially unlocking lighter electric motorcycles and powersports vehicles.

RideApart · Jul 17

How to make the sun shine at night and transform renewable energy

This week's edition of the In Common newsletter comes from Craig Dalzell, head of policy and research at Common Weal.

The National (Scotland) · Jul 16

Flying soon? Don't pack power banks in checked luggage, aviation authorities warn

A sharp rise in lithium battery-related incidents has prompted fresh warnings from aviation authorities, with passengers urged to keep power banks and other battery-powered devices out of checked luggage.

Euronews · Jul 15

China awards two village boys, one studied by lamplight to power a third of world's EVs, the other cracked English in two months to give fighter jets x-ray vision

Two Chinese scientists received China's highest science award for their significant contributions. Chen Liquan developed the nation's first lithium battery, powering electric vehicles. Ben De created advanced radar systems for fighter jets, enhancing defense capabilities. Their achievements highlight China's drive for technological self-sufficiency in key sectors. Both scientists continue their…

The Economic Times · Jul 10

Buried treasure: Appalachian Mountains hold enough lithium to make 500 billion smartphones and 130 million electric vehicles, scientists discover

The ancient Appalachian Mountains may be hiding one of the United States' most valuable untapped natural resources. According to new research by the US Geological Survey (USGS), the mountain range contains an estimated 2.5 million tons of lithium, enough to manufacture around 500 billion smartphones, 180 billion laptops or 130…

The Times of India · Jul 7

Earnings Preview: What To Expect From Albemarle's Report

Albemarle is set to announce its second-quarter earnings soon, and Wall Street expects a significant surge in its profits.

Barchart · Jul 7

Business Brief (July 6): China Moves to Rein In E-Cigarette Overcapacity

Internet watchdog intensifies crackdown on livestreaming violations, Guangzhou Futures Exchange opens lithium carbonate futures to foreign traders

Caixin Global · Jul 6

Indian ‘pranksters’ are using a Chinese app to shut down e-rickshaws mid-ride

Social media videos show stranded drivers paying passersby to restart their vehicles

The Independent UK · Jul 2

Your empty plastic bottle could one day power an electric vehicle, scientists say

A discarded plastic bottle may soon become more than waste. Plastic waste to battery graphite innovation reveals how scientists are transforming everyday materials into advanced energy solutions. Researchers are exploring recycled plastic carbon for lithium-ion batteries, electric vehicles, and renewable energy storage.

The Economic Times · Jun 30

Power banks and vapes are now the biggest safety threat to aircraft, says aviation authority

‘Pack right for a safe flight’, ' says the UK Civil Aviation Authority

The Independent UK · Jun 26