Advancements in Li-Ion Battery Manufacturing Give Designers a Greener Choice

Dr. Ake Almgren, International Battery

With today’s focus on designing more environmentally friendly products and taking advantage of the latest energy storage technologies, it behooves designers to look at the process by which batteries are manufactured.  It would not make sense if we are actually putting more toxins and pollutants in our environment in the quest to be green. Read more about Advancements in Li-Ion Battery Manufacturing Give Designers a Greener Choice

Is It Time for a Lithium-Ion Recycling Revolution?

Dr. Kerry Lanza, Palladium Energy

Lithium-ion batteries have earned and substantiated their label as a “green technology.”  The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) considers lithium-ion batteries “safe” for disposal in contrast to nickel-cadmium and lead-based battery products, which  can cause environmental issues with careless disposal. Read more about Is It Time for a Lithium-Ion Recycling Revolution?