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Seeing CO2 Become Graphite: Real-Time Insights from Molten-Salt Electrolysis
science17 days ago

Seeing CO2 Become Graphite: Real-Time Insights from Molten-Salt Electrolysis

Using operando Raman microscopy, researchers watched CO2 electrolysis in molten salts convert carbon dioxide into solid carbon (graphite) via a two-step pathway with a peroxide intermediate; the form of carbon deposited depends on the cathode (nickel, Inconel, gold, tungsten). The study, published in Nature Communications by Ratso et al., suggests CO2-derived graphite could supply battery materials and, if powered by renewables, achieve a negative CO2 balance, but it’s not a climate solution on its own and will require further optimization.

via ScienceAlert|
#battery-materials#carbon-dioxide#graphite
US Reassesses Graphite Mining Amid Battery Industry Growth
business8 months ago

US Reassesses Graphite Mining Amid Battery Industry Growth

US graphite mines are experiencing renewed interest due to increasing demand for graphite in batteries and critical applications, driven by trade tensions with China and efforts to diversify supply chains. Several projects, including Titan Mining's in New York, aim to restart domestic production, reducing reliance on imports and supporting national security and technological needs.

via AP News|
#battery-materials#business#critical-minerals
business1 year ago

CATL suspends lithium mine operations amid permit issues

CATL has suspended operations at its lithium mine in Jiangxi due to an expired permit, with plans to potentially extend the halt while negotiating license renewal, amid a backdrop of declining lithium prices and increased government scrutiny in China. This suspension could impact the lithium supply chain but might also benefit other producers in a market plagued by overcapacity.

via CnEVPost|
#battery-materials#business#catl
"GM's $19 Billion Deal with LG Chem Secures Massive EV Battery Supply"
businesstechnology2 years ago

"GM's $19 Billion Deal with LG Chem Secures Massive EV Battery Supply"

General Motors plans to spend $19 billion over the next decade to source critical materials for electric vehicle batteries from LG Chem, with a long-term supply contract for cathode materials including nickel, cobalt, manganese, and aluminum from 2026 through 2035. The supply will be enough to power 5 million units of EVs with a range of over 300 miles, and will come from an LG plant under construction in Tennessee to supply GM's joint venture battery cell plants in North America. The extended deal reflects GM's commitment to creating a sustainable battery EV supply chain and adjusting plans for slower EV adoption.

via CNBC|
#battery-materials#businesstechnology#electric-vehicles
"AI-Powered Discovery: Microsoft Unveils New Battery Material with 70% Less Lithium"
technology2 years ago

"AI-Powered Discovery: Microsoft Unveils New Battery Material with 70% Less Lithium"

Microsoft has collaborated with the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) to utilize artificial intelligence in swiftly identifying a material that could potentially reduce lithium usage in batteries by 70%. The technology, which replaces much of the lithium with sodium, has the potential for applications in various industries. By using AI models trained on molecular science data and traditional supercomputers, Microsoft was able to narrow down 32 million possibilities to 18 candidates for PNNL scientists to examine and test in a lab, marking a significant advancement in the search for alternative battery materials.

via Reuters|
#artificial-intelligence#battery-materials#microsoft
"AI-Discovered Material Promises 70% Reduction in Lithium Use for Batteries"
technology2 years ago

"AI-Discovered Material Promises 70% Reduction in Lithium Use for Batteries"

Microsoft and PNNL have used AI and cloud computing to discover a promising new solid-state electrolyte for batteries, which could lead to safer and more efficient energy storage. The AI system quickly suggested 32 million candidates, eventually narrowing it down to 23, with one showing potential for a safer, more efficient battery using less lithium and more abundant elements like sodium. While there's still much testing and development ahead, the use of generative AI has the potential to accelerate the discovery of new materials crucial for renewable energy, although it's important to address the environmental impact of increased computing power.

via The Verge|
#ai#battery-materials#microsoft
EV Tax Credit Changes: Which Vehicles Will Lose Instant Rebates in 2022?
electric-vehicles2 years ago

EV Tax Credit Changes: Which Vehicles Will Lose Instant Rebates in 2022?

Starting January 1, 2024, new rules for EV tax rebates will require a lower MSRP cap and a battery built in the U.S. to be eligible. EVs with battery materials sourced from China, North Korea, and Russia will receive no federal incentive. Cars with at least 50% of materials sourced in North America or countries with free trade agreements with the U.S. will be eligible for a $3,750 rebate. EVs must have at least half of their battery components sourced and assembled in the U.S., Canada, or Mexico, and critical minerals must be sourced from a country with a free trade agreement. Some cars, like the Ford Mustang Mach-E and Tesla Model 3, will no longer be eligible for the full rebate. However, vehicles like the Cadillac Lyriq, Chevrolet Bolt, and Chrysler Pacifica PHEV remain eligible for the full rebate.

via Jalopnik|
#battery-materials#electric-vehicles#eligibility
China Implements Stricter Export Controls on Crucial Graphite for Battery Production
business2 years ago

China Implements Stricter Export Controls on Crucial Graphite for Battery Production

China, the world's largest graphite producer and exporter, has announced that it will require export permits for certain graphite products in order to protect national security and control supplies of critical minerals. The move comes as foreign governments increase pressure on Chinese companies over their industrial practices. The new restrictions, effective from December 1, will apply to high-purity synthetic graphite material, natural flake graphite, and their products. While the impact on the industry remains uncertain, the curbs are expected to prompt South Korean firms to seek alternative graphite sources, potentially increasing costs. Japan plans to inquire about the operational policies of the new measures, while shares in China's new energy vehicle and battery makers rose following the announcement.

via Reuters|
#battery-materials#business#china
Ford chooses Canada for $900 million battery materials plant, boosting Quebec's EV industry
business3 years ago

Ford chooses Canada for $900 million battery materials plant, boosting Quebec's EV industry

Ford, along with South Korean partners EcoProBM and SK On, will invest $887 million to build a plant in Becancour, Quebec, to produce electric vehicle (EV) battery materials. The plant will manufacture 45,000 tonnes of cathode active materials (CAM) per year for Ford EVs, specifically targeting improved performance and increased EV range. The Canadian government will provide a conditional loan of $322 million, and the factory is expected to be operational by the first half of 2026, creating over 345 jobs. This investment highlights Becancour's emergence as an EV-supply-chain hub, attracting other major players like General Motors and BASF.

via Reuters|
#battery-materials#business#canada