Alternative Energy Tokyo scientists discover more resilient solid-state lithium-ion battery material The new material's high stability and non-flammable nature make it suitable for critical environments Joseph MortonApril 3, 2024
Alternative Energy Canada replaces China as the top spot for lithium-ion battery manufacturing The federal government announced tens of billions of dollars in subsidies to attract battery manufacturing plants Joseph MortonFebruary 7, 2024
Lithium Cargo ship’s lithium-ion battery fire contained; anchored near Dutch Harbor U.S. Coast Guard declares fire out on Genius Star XI; Crew safe, investigation into origins under way Zartasha MushtaqJanuary 11, 2024
Lithium RecycLiCo builds portable battery recycling plant in Vancouver to be shipped to Taiwan The BC-based company obtained regulatory approval for a new Canada-Taiwan joint venture: Zenith Battery Materials Technology Rowan DunneDecember 1, 2023
Alternative Energy Biden-Harris administration invests billions to boost domestic battery production The U.S. aims to reduce reliance on 'foreign entities of concern' Rowan DunneNovember 17, 2023
Alternative Energy Metro Vancouver will host the largest lithium-ion battery cell plant in Canada The plant will cost around C$1 billion and will be built by a Taiwanese company in 2024 Natalia Buendia CalvilloNovember 15, 2023
Alternative Energy American Battery Technology starts operations at battery recycling facility in Nevada ABTC's system recovers battery materials efficiently, achieving high yields while keeping costs and environmental impact low Joseph MortonOctober 12, 2023
Alternative Energy Northvolt set to build lithium-ion battery factory in Quebec for $7B The site location's proximity to Quebec hydroelectricity meets criteria for sustainable battery production Joseph MortonSeptember 29, 2023
News UC Irvine develops cobalt-free lithium-ion batteries utilizing low quantities of nickel The grim reality of cobalt mining in the Congo has been receiving significant attention in recent days Rowan DunneJune 16, 2023
Lithium Health Canada warns Canadians about lithium-ion battery misuse Lithium-ion batteries are commonly used in e-mobility devices, including electronic bicycles and scooters Joseph MortonMay 12, 2023