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Safer Batteries, Reliable Power: Guiding Research for Next-Generation Energy Storage - CleanTechnica

Safer Batteries, Reliable Power: Guiding Research for Next-Generation Energy Storage - CleanTechnica
Source: cleantechnica
Author: @cleantechnica
Published: 10/17/2025

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The article from CleanTechnica highlights the critical importance of safety in the development of next-generation lithium-ion batteries, which are essential for powering modern America across various sectors. As demand for advanced energy storage solutions grows, researchers are exploring innovative battery designs featuring alkali metal anodes, solid electrolytes, and Earth-abundant cathode materials. However, these new technologies present unique safety challenges that differ from conventional lithium-ion batteries, including variations in kinetics, toxicity, mechanical robustness, and fire-suppression needs. Understanding these risks is vital to designing safer, more reliable battery systems for future applications. Researchers at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) are at the forefront of battery safety research, employing a comprehensive, multi-scale approach to evaluate battery performance and hazards at the electrode, cell, and pack levels under various conditions such as abuse scenarios and state of charge. NREL collaborates closely with industry partners to accelerate the translation of lab-scale discoveries into market-ready technologies. Their work includes advanced characterization techniques and

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