⭕ INDUSTRY & MARKET DEVELOPMENTS
🔋 CATL and Galbot Partner on Humanoid Robots for Smart Manufacturing
CATL and Galbot will work together to deploy the Galbot S1 humanoid robot using CATL battery cells. The partners also plan to establish a global aftermarket service standard for these machines. Read more
🔋 Data Center Battery Market Forecast to Reach $10.23B by 2032
MarketsandMarkets projects the global data center battery market will grow from $4.82B in 2026 to $10.23B by 2032. The report cites rising digital workloads and continued adoption of lithium-ion across BESS and UPS use cases. Read more
🔋 PowerBank and Nodiac.ai Sign JDA for Modular Data Centers
PowerBank and Nodiac.ai signed a joint development agreement to deploy 1–20 MW containerized modular data centers at PowerBank solar and battery storage sites in North America. The plan focuses on siting compute alongside onsite renewables. Read more
🔋 Avatr Expands into Greece Through Autohellas Partnership
Avatr Technology entered the Greek market via a partnership with Autohellas as part of its European expansion. Avatr is backed by Changan Automobile, CATL, and Huawei. Read more
🔋 Volkswagen Reviews Bringing China-Developed SUVs to Zwickau
Volkswagen is assessing importing or producing two China-developed SUVs at its Zwickau plant, including the SAIC co-developed ID. ERA 9X and a CSP-based model. The review includes regulatory adjustments, software compliance, and production viability. Read more
⭕ ENERGY STORAGE & GRID
🔋 Ampace Launches UniC AG440 and PR-S3 Elite Storage Systems
At Intersolar Europe 2026, Ampace introduced UniC AG440, a CATL co-developed commercial storage system described as delivering nearly 20 MWh in half the footprint. Ampace also presented PR-S3 Elite, a residential unit designed for cold-climate operation. Read more
🔋 Envision Showcases Renewable Power and Storage Systems at Intersolar
Envision presented end-to-end renewable power offerings including an AI Power System for data centers, a Gen 8 long-duration 4.X MWh storage system, and a hybrid wind-solar-storage platform with an in-house inverter. The announcements were made at Intersolar Europe 2026. Read more
🔋 INPOW Battery Introduces 587Ah Semi-Solid Cell and 6.25 MWh System
INPOW Battery, GAC Group’s energy storage arm, debuted a 587 Ah semi-solid-state cell at Intersolar Europe 2026. It also introduced a 6.25 MWh liquid-cooled utility system featuring diagnostics and a triple-layer safety approach. Read more
🔋 Envision and Elements Green Plan 400 MW/1,600 MWh BESS in Germany
Envision Energy and Elements Green will deploy a 400 MW/1,600 MWh battery energy storage system in northern Germany. The four-hour system uses Envision’s Gen 8 platform and is described as supporting network flexibility and resilience. Read more
🔋 BYD and Greenvolt to Develop 600 MW/2.4 GWh Storage Site in Poland
BYD Energy Storage and Greenvolt Power will co-develop a 600 MW/2.4 GWh energy storage facility in Siedlce, Poland. Construction is planned to begin in Q3 2026, with operation targeted by end-2027. Read more
⭕ MANUFACTURING & SUPPLY CHAIN
🔋 Lyten Signs Exclusive MoU for Gigafactory Assets Near Heide, Germany
Lyten signed an exclusive MoU with KfW, the Northvolt Drei Project, and LG Batterie to advance an acquisition process for an under-construction gigafactory near Heide. The agreement includes funding for maintenance and employee costs while targeting a Q3 2026 sale. Read more
🔋 BAIC, CATL, and CAES Partner on Charging and Battery Swap Network
BAIC Group, CATL, and CAES formed a partnership to deploy a unified fast-charging and battery-swapping ecosystem. The plan includes swap-ready vehicle models, charging and swapping stations, and battery lifecycle management. Read more
🔋 Ford and CATL Finalize Michigan LFP Cell Plant
Ford and CATL completed a jointly built LFP battery plant in Michigan that began production in June. The facility is targeting mass production in 2026 and is also positioned for future energy storage use. Read more
🔋 OCSiAl to Supply Single-Wall Carbon Nanotubes for PowerCo Unified Cell
OCSiAl will supply single-wall carbon nanotubes to PowerCo’s Unified Cell platform, with shipments bound for PowerCo’s Salzgitter plant. The material is intended to improve graphite anode conductivity, heat dissipation, and safety. Read more
🔋 Spain and Gotion Launch €940M Battery Plant in Valladolid
Spain and Gotion launched a €940 million battery plant project in Valladolid supported by a €138 million PERTE VEC grant. The project includes cathode production and recycling-related work, and is intended to strengthen Spain’s EV supply chain. Read more
⭕ BATTERY TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION
🔋 Cornell DEER Method Restores Up to 95% Capacity in Li-Ion Cells
Cornell’s DEER method immerses intact spent Li-ion electrodes in a selective solvent to dissolve solid electrolyte interphase buildup. The team reports restoring up to 95% capacity while cutting recycling costs by 56% and lowering emissions. Read more
🔋 China Moves to Anthracite-Based Hard Carbon Anodes for Sodium-Ion
Chinese automakers are redesigning sodium-ion batteries with domestic anthracite-based hard carbon anodes due to coconut shell supply constraints. The shift is described as supporting cost reduction and production scale-up for EVs and grid storage. Read more
🔋 BTRY Wins €2.2M EIC Accelerator Grant for Thin-Film Batteries
Swiss firm BTRY received a €2.2 million EIC Accelerator grant to industrialize its thin-film solid-state battery technology. The funding supports scaling vacuum coating production with the aim of establishing a large-scale factory in Europe. Read more
🔋 China to Enforce “No Fire, No Explosion” EV Battery Safety Standard
China will enforce two new EV safety standards after July 1, including a traction battery rule described as “no fire, no explosion” and a one-touch power-cut device requirement. The update includes impact and fast-charge tests, with costs cited as rising 15–20%. Read more
🔋 Skeleton Supercapacitor Certified at 3,500A Peak Under UL 810A
Skeleton Technologies certified a 0.39-liter supercapacitor under UL 810A with a reported 3,500 A peak current. The company positions the device for ultrafast power delivery applications, including data centers. Read more
🔋 Alsym Energy and ERITY Sign 9 GWh Sodium-Ion Supply Deal for Mining
Alsym Energy and ERITY formed a partnership covering 9 GWh of non-flammable sodium-ion battery systems for mining operations. The plan includes deploying 3 GWh by 2029 and 6 GWh by 2035, alongside joint work on recycling and safety research. Read more
⭕ MINING & BATTERY MATERIALS
🔋 Altillion Raises $5M to Scale Mineral Recovery from Brines
Altillion secured $5M in seed funding led by EIC Rose Rock and Flathead Forge. The company plans to pilot its IRIS and ALIX technologies for recovering iodine, lithium, copper, and other minerals from produced water and industrial brines. Read more
🔋 Sicona Secures $45M ARENA Grant for Illawarra Silicon-Carbon Anode Plant
Sicona Battery Technologies received a $45 million ARENA grant to establish a commercial-scale silicon-carbon anode facility in Illawarra. The project targets 230 tonnes per year of SiCx material intended to improve energy density and charging speeds. Read more
🔋 CATL Receives Final Permit to Restart Jianxiawo Lithium Mine
CATL obtained the final safety permit for its Jianxiawo lithium mine in Yichun, Jiangxi, clearing the last regulatory step to resume extraction after a yearlong halt. The company is also increasing investment in sodium-ion batteries in response to rising lithium costs. Read more
⭕ BATTERY RECYCLING & SUSTAINABILITY
🔋 CATL and Partners Launch Battery Circularity Standards Effort
During London Climate Action Week, CATL teamed with partners including Google, Xiaomi, and BMW to set global battery circularity standards. The alliance plans a 2027 guide covering disassembly, health metrics, and recycling specifications aimed at supporting reuse and reducing carbon. Read more
🔋 Moment Energy Opens EV Battery Reuse Facility in Vancouver
Moment Energy opened Megafactory 1 in Vancouver, described as the world’s largest facility repurposing retired EV batteries into modular energy storage for critical infrastructure. The company targets 1 GWh of annual output by 2030. Read more
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