Li-Ion Batteries: How US Firms Want To Counter Chinese Dominance Updated On Fri, Dec 20th, 2024 by Saurenergy The American Active Anode Material Producers (AAAMP), an American graphite producers coalition, recently submitted a petition to the United States (US) Commerce Department (Commerce) and International Trade Commission (ITC). The petition aims to initiate a trade investigation and impose tariffs as high as 920% on imports of natural and synthetic graphite from China used to […] Read more
5 Ways EV Batteries are Made Safe to Use Updated On Tue, Dec 17th, 2024 by Saurenergy Ensuring electric vehicle (EV) battery safety is essential to successfully adopt electric mobility because it is the principal component of a vehicle and is responsible for its performance, reliability, and overall efficiency. On the other hand, any negligence in their maintenance and care may cause many serious issues, from minors to major ones, such as […] Read more
Will India’s Lithium Battery Makers Be Next In Line For Protection From China? Updated On Tue, Dec 17th, 2024 by Saurenergy Following the extended trend of protective measures for solar PV manufacturing, and more recently, solar glass, Li-Ion (or LFP ) battery manufacturing could emerge as the next sector to receive similar support from the Indian government. State policies are increasingly being used as a tool to shield domestic industries from the challenges posed by inexpensive […] Read more
Ampace Announces Launch of the JP30 Cylindrical Lithium Battery Updated On Fri, Dec 13th, 2024 by Saurenergy Ampace has officially launched its latest innovation, the JP30 cylindrical lithium battery, themed “Working Non-stop, compact and more powerful.” This new addition to the JP series sets a new benchmark in high-power battery technology, delivering breakthrough performance in a compact form. Dr. Yuan Qingfeng, Ampace’s Chief Technology Officer, highlighted the company’s ongoing innovation in battery […] Read more
Lithium-Ion Battery Pack Prices See Largest Drop Since 2017: BNEF Updated On Wed, Dec 11th, 2024 by Saurenergy The latest analysis from BloombergNEF (BNEF) said that battery prices this year, in 2024 saw their biggest annual drop since 2017. Lithium-ion battery pack prices dropped 20% from 2023 to a record low of $115 per kilowatt-hour, according to the research. BNEF identified a decline in cell manufacturing overcapacity, economies of scale, low metal and […] Read more
Geotab Study On EV batteries Underscores Second Life Potential Updated On Tue, Dec 10th, 2024 by Saurenergy Battery degradation is a natural process that reduces the amount of energy a battery can store or the power it can deliver. In electric vehicles (EVs), however, power degradation is rarely noticeable because the battery’s power output often exceeds the vehicle’s requirements, as found in a research paper by Geotab, a global market transportation solutions […] Read more
US Allocates $1.3 Bn To Boost Lithium-ion Domestic Manufacturing Updated On Mon, Nov 25th, 2024 by Saurenergy To meet the growing domestic demand for electric vehicles (EVs), the United States (US) government has allocated a loan to finance a new facility in Terre Haute, Indiana, for manufacturing of lithium-ion battery separators. The government recently allocated a $1.3 billion direct loan ($1.2 billion in principal and $139.3 million in capitalized interest) to ENTEK […] Read more
Recycling Can Cut Lithium, Nickel Demand By 25% Globally By 2050: IEA Updated On Mon, Nov 18th, 2024 by Saurenergy The recycling of battery metals is emerging as a significant commercial opportunity, with the production of recycled metals such as nickel, cobalt, and lithium witnessing rapid growth, albeit from a low base. According to the recent report by International Energy Agency (IEA) recovered metal volumes rates relative to the available feedstock for recycling surged to […] Read more
Global Push For Lithium Intensifies To Meet Surging EV Demand: IRENA Updated On Thu, Oct 17th, 2024 by Saurenergy Critical minerals, especially lithium, have become key components in meeting the growing demand for electric vehicles (EV). These elements are essential to support the booming electric vehicle industry. Apart from lithium, which has witnessed a surge in demand, there has also been increased demand for other critical minerals like cobalt, graphite, and nickel, according to […] Read more
