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Technologies pv magazine
Technologies pv magazine

Energy storage systems come in many forms, leveraging different technology types. A class of electrochemical storage, lithium-ion batteries have established themselves as the industry standard.

But there are many new technologies vying for their market share.

Sodium-ion batteries are widely considered a sustainable and resource-saving answer to future energy storage, while flow batteries offer a viable alternative in long-duration storage applications.
However, the path to commercialization is not a straightforward one.

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CATL secures world’s largest sodium-ion battery order with Hyperstrong The two companies announced a 60 GWh supply agreement on Monday, marking a pivotal step in the commercialization of sodium-ion battery technology.
Marija Maisch
Apr 27, 2026
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Control, not capacity, could be the next driver of US residential storage investment Investors are shifting focus from deployment growth to platforms that can orchestrate and monetize battery fleets.
Phoebe Skok
Apr 17, 2026
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Volkswagen announces vehicle-to-grid offering in Germany, soon wider Europe Registration will be possible from June, and the service will then be available from the fourth quarter under VW's Elli brand. The integrated offer consists of an electric vehicle, app, electricity tariff, smart meter, wallbox, and installation.
Sandra Enkhardt
Apr 17, 2026
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Researchers make significant advancement into thermal runaway-free sodium-ion batteries The development of a Polymerizable Non-flammable Electrolyte appears to have helped sodium-ion batteries towards a eureka moment for safety.
Tristan Rayner
Apr 10, 2026
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Netherlands: TenneT and GES ink landmark deal for 800 MWh “congestion mitigator” battery Dutch grid operator TenneT has signed a capacity control contract with Green Energy Storage (GES) for a 200 MW / 800 MWh battery, marking a shift in how the Netherlands manages its severely congested high-voltage grid.
Tristan Rayner
Apr 10, 2026
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Envision launches 12.5 MWh AI storage system, starts production of 790 Ah LFP cell Envision adds to the impressive list of announcements out of ESIE 2026, with a new BESS and new LFP cell.
Vincent Shaw
Apr 09, 2026
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VRF long-duration batteries answer demands of electricifation: Eora Energy Sydney-headquartered vanadium redox flow battery company EORA Energy has launched in Australia with a pipeline of long-duration energy storage projects in mining, data centres and regional infrastructure.
Ev Foley
Apr 09, 2026

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Fast charging gets faster in LFP batteries via electric vehicle maker Zeekr The fast charging race in batteries has continued, with a Chinese automaker claiming the fastest-charging electric vehicle, as LFP chemistry surprisingly outpaces NMC for fast-charging.
Tristan Rayner
Aug 14, 2024
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50MW/100MWh Sodium-ion ESS goes online in China with string PCS MV stations In the Hubei province in China, 50MW/100MWh is just the first phase of the sodium-ion battery energy storage system (BESS) project spearheaded by Sineng Electric. The project should eventually have a storage capacity of 100MW/200MWh. The initial capacity has already been connected to the grid and begun operations, able to supply power to around 12,000 households for a whole day.
Carrie Hampel
Aug 07, 2024
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Twaice launches Sodium-ion battery analysis tool German battery analyst specialist Twaice has introduced what they say is the first battery ageing simulation model for sodium-ion batteries. The tool should help operators optimize use.
Carrie Hampel
Aug 07, 2024
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Solid-state battery from ION reaches 800 cycles, no sign of common solid-state issues The US solid-state battery developer announced it has achieved 800 cycles with its battery, marking significant progress towards commercialization. If this trend continues, the development holds promising potential for grid-scale projects.
Tristan Rayner
Aug 06, 2024
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New approach for sizing large ESS as virtual synchronous generators, grid-forming inverters New research has outlined a novel methodology to determine the minimum power rating of energy storage systems (ESSs) used for emergency under-frequency response. The aim is to maintain the frequency within a standard operating range.
Emiliano Bellini
Aug 05, 2024
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Liquid metal battery storage specialist Ambri emerges from restructuring After filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, the US-based calcium-antimony liquid metal battery startup incubated at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) has now confirmed the closing of the sale of its assets.
Marija Maisch
Aug 02, 2024
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Pieces of zinc in its raw form on a black background.
Zinc bateries to be Hindustan Zinc’s strategic focus The company, which is the second largest global integrated zinc producer, has access to vast domestic zinc reserves, and intends to explore new avenues of zinc applications in batteries.
Blathnaid O’Dea
Aug 02, 2024
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Faster, cleaner way to extract lithium from battery waste The microwave-based process developed by researchers at Rice University in Texas, US, can retrieve as much as 50% of lithium from spent cathodes in as little as 30 seconds, overcoming a significant bottleneck in lithium ion battery recycling.
Marija Maisch
Jul 31, 2024
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Safe, long-cyclable lithium metal battery for high temperatures A research team at the University of Hong Kong (HKU) has developed a new generation of lithium metal batteries, representing a significant advancement in the field. The innovation centers on microcrack-free polymer electrolytes, which promise extended lifespan and enhanced safety at temperatures as high as 100 degrees Celsius.
Marija Maisch
Jul 25, 2024

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