Can We Recycle Lithium-Ion Batteries?
There's a problem with the lithium (Li) ion batteries used in electric cars and for energy storage. The BBC reports that the most widely-used methods for battery recycling won't work nearly as well, since Li batteries are "larger, heavier, much more.....»»
EV battery parts supplier Addionics plans $400 million copper foil investment in U.S.
Battery components supplier Addionics said it will spend $400 million to open U.S. facilities as part of a plan to boost production of crucial components for electric vehicle batteries domestically......»»
Polymer science team develops additive that can "upcycle" a wide range of plastics
One doesn't need to be reminded that plastic production, and plastic pollution, have steadily increased over the years—the evidence is all around us. What if we were able to recycle plastic in a way that is truly sustainable?.....»»
An environmentally friendly way to turn seafood waste into value-added products
Reduce, reuse, recycle, and repurpose: These are all ways we can live more sustainably. One tricky aspect of recycling, though, is that sometimes the recycling process is chemically intensive, and this is the case for recycling one of the world's mos.....»»
Apple says iPhone 15 batteries have a longer lifespan than initially thought
In addition to changes to the Battery Health settings in iOS 17.4, Apple has more iPhone battery news to share today. Apple says that it is updating the battery cycle lifespan for iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro. Apple initially said that the iPhone.....»»
After EV price cuts, cheaper batteries could be just what automakers need
Sharp price declines for lithium, cobalt, nickel and other materials are lowering battery costs, allowing automakers who are slashing EV prices to maintain their margins......»»
SK On inks deal for 34,000 tons of EV battery graphite for North American plants
The deal with Westwater Resources provides the supplier of batteries to Ford, Hyundai and Volkswagen with a local source of the crucial material......»»
Assessing battery life for used EVs is not that simple
The complexity of EV batteries can fuel dealer and consumer concerns and questions about the performance of used vehicles. History offers little data......»»
Why used EV batteries are hard to value
The complexity of EV batteries can fuel dealer and consumer concerns and questions about the performance of used vehicles. History offers little data......»»
Ford adjusts strategy as EV losses mount
CEO Jim Farley said Ford may postpone some EV launches and is assessing whether to get more batteries from outside sources after working to vertically integrate production in recent years......»»
GM hires Kurt Kelty, formerly of Tesla, to lead automaker"s EV battery strategy
Kurt Kelty will be tasked with leading GM's overall approach to EV batteries, including sourcing raw materials and investing in and commercializing battery technology......»»
The 5 best rechargeable batteries in 2024
Standard alkaline batteries are on the costly side, sure, but so are shoddy rechargeable batteries. Check out our picks for the best rechargeable batteries......»»
Researchers realize photo-driven nitrogen fixation and ammonia synthesis mediated by lithium hydride
Ammonia is essential for food and future energy supply. In the industry, it is mainly produced by the Haber-Bosch process, which operates at high temperatures and pressures. Due to the high energy consumption and carbon emissions of ammonia industry,.....»»
Honor is finally doing something about smartphone batteries that more companies should
Honor has announced that for its Magic6 series, they will be introducing the use of the second-generation silicon-carbon battery. The post Honor is finally doing something about smartphone batteries that more companies should appeared first on Phandr.....»»
Microsoft is exploring a hands-free smart home system for Windows tech
Microsoft's system would allow devices to freely communicate without direct user input, but it drains batteries fast......»»
After ditching its hybrids, GM says it needs to build more hybrids
After killing the Volt in 2019, now PHEV powertrains are back on the menu. Enlarge / This is the Voltec plug-in hybrid powertrain from GM. It combines an internal combustion engine with a lithium-ion battery pack. Most of the tim.....»»
Liquid lithium on the walls of a fusion device helps the plasma within maintain a hot edge
Emerging research suggests it may be easier to use fusion as a power source if liquid lithium is applied to the internal walls of the device housing the fusion plasma......»»
Six ways inequality holds back climate action
Are improvements to green technologies, like better batteries and more efficient solar panels, enough on their own to tackle climate change? Unfortunately not. Our behavior and lifestyles must change too......»»
Cobalt-free batteries could power cars of the future
Many electric vehicles are powered by batteries that contain cobalt—a metal that carries high financial, environmental, and social costs......»»
Apple Vision Pro accessories: $200 Travel Case, $200 Battery, $200 Light Seal, and more
Apple Vision Pro is now available for pre-order, and so are lots of accessories for Apple’s first spatial computer. The price for most things? $200 each. That’s how much extra light seals, batteries, and the Vision Pro carrying case costs. There.....»»
Helium is essential for research, medical equipment, but it"s nonrenewable and difficult to recycle
The next time you pick up balloons for your big party, remember the helium gas in those balloons is destined for the stars. Helium is so light that it easily escapes Earth's gravity, and all helium will eventually make its way into space. Like fossil.....»»