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Advancing energy storage: The future trajectory of lithium-ion battery technologies
Journal of Energy Storage, Vol.120, pp.1-17
2025
Abstract
Lithium-ion batteries are pivotal in modern energy storage, driving advancements in consumer electronics, electric vehicles (EVs), and grid energy storage. This review explores the current state, challenges, and future trajectory of lithium-ion battery technology, emphasizing its role in addressing global energy demands and advancing sustainability. Despite achieving energy densities up to 300 Wh/kg, cycle lives exceeding 2000 cycles, and fast-charging capabilities, lithium-ion batteries face significant challenges, including safety risks, resource scarcity, and environmental impacts. Recycling inefficiencies and the need for sustainable material alternatives further underscore the urgency for innovation. This paper highlights recent breakthroughs in silicon-based anodes, solid-state electrolytes, and advanced cell designs, which promise to push energy densities beyond 400 Wh/kg and extend cycle lives to over 5000 cycles. Additionally, alternative battery technologies, such as solid-state, sodium-ion, and metal-air systems, are explored for their potential to complement or surpass lithium-ion batteries in specific applications. By bridging the gap between academic research and real-world implementation, this review underscores the critical role of lithium-ion batteries in achieving decarbonization, integrating renewable energy, and enhancing grid stability. Collaborative efforts among researchers, industry stakeholders, and policymakers are essential to overcoming these challenges and driving the transition to cleaner, more sustainable energy systems.
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- Title
- Advancing energy storage: The future trajectory of lithium-ion battery technologies
- Authors
- M M Hasan (Corresponding Author) - Central Queensland UniversityRezwanul Haque - University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, School of Science, Technology and EngineeringM I Jahirul - Central Queensland UniversityMohammad G Rasul - Central Queensland UniversityI M R Fattah - University of Technology SydneyN M S Hassan - Central Queensland UniversityM Mofijur - University of Technology Sydney
- Publication details
- Journal of Energy Storage, Vol.120, pp.1-17
- Publisher
- Elsevier BV
- Date published
- 2025
- DOI
- 10.1016/j.est.2025.116511
- ISSN
- 2352-1538; 2352-152X
- Copyright note
- © 2025 The Authors. Published by Elsevier Ltd. This is an open access article under the CC BY license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/).
- Data Availability
- Data will be made available on request.
- Organisation Unit
- School of Science, Technology and Engineering
- Language
- English
- Record Identifier
- 991115152702621
- Output Type
- Journal article
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