The Best Mattress is a Zinc Mattress - Emily Cooper

Year
2023
Organisation
University of Queensland (UQ)
Tags
batteries
sodium-metal batteries
renewable energy storage
battery lifespan
zinc anode
copper replacement
sustainable materials
grid-scale batteries
energy transition
chemistry research
sodium compatibility
green technology
cost-effective energy
net zero
sustainable engineering
battery innovation
Summary

This research improves the lifespan of sodium-metal batteries, a cheaper and greener alternative to lithium-ion cells for renewable energy storage. By replacing copper with zinc as the supporting material, sodium forms smooth, stable deposits, extending battery life 15-fold. This innovation could deliver affordable, sustainable grid-scale energy storage.