How Iron-Air Batteries Could Dethrone Lithium

Iron-air batteries, a game-changer for energy storage, are moving out of the lab and into real-world tests. These batteries, which use rust to generate electricity, promise long-term energy storage at a lower cost than lithium-ion batteries. Made from common materials like iron, water, and air, they could store energy for up to 100 hours, making them a potential solution for the fluctuating nature of renewable energy sources like wind and solar. Companies are racing to bring iron-air batteries to market, with a Dutch startup already completing the world's first iron-air storage project connected to the grid.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.