At present, Coal India Ltd is involved in four coal gasification and coal-to-chemicals projects spanning fertilisers, industrial chemicals and synthetic natural gas.

Lithium Iron Phosphate Battery Market size is expected to be USD 100.32 Bn, 2033 from USD 35.71 Bn, 2026 exhibiting a CAGR of 15.90% during the forecast period

Geely, the Chinese automotive manufacturer that owns Volvo, has announced a breakthrough in electric vehicle battery technology, claiming its new battery can charge from 10% to 70% in just four-and-a-half minutes. This represents the fastest charging time in the industry for the standard benchmark of a reasonable charge, which typically measures the time required to reach 70% capacity from a low charge level. The company stated that this achievement surpasses the current industry leader, BYD, which has previously held the record for the fastest charging time. The announcement was made in a recent press release, with Geely emphasizing that this technology could significantly reduce charging times for electric vehicles, making them more practical for everyday use. The company's focus on rapid charging aligns with the growing demand for EVs that can be charged quickly, addressing one of the main concerns for potential buyers. Geely's innovation comes as the electric vehicle market continues to expand globally, with major manufacturers competing to improve battery technology and charging infrastructure. The company's statement highlighted that the four-and-a-half-minute charging time is a significant advancement, potentially allowing drivers to recharge their vehicles during a short break, such as a coffee stop. This development could help accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles by reducing range anxiety and making EVs more competitive with traditional internal combustion engine vehicles. The announcement follows recent advancements in battery technology by other major automakers, including Tesla, which has been working on improving charging speeds for its vehicles. Geely's new battery technology is expected to be integrated into future models, though specific details about the timeline for implementation have not been disclosed. The company's move positions it as a key player in the rapidly evolving EV market, where charging speed is becoming a critical factor in consumer decision-making. This announcement is part of Geely's broader strategy to enhance its position in the global automotive industry, particularly in the electric vehicle segment, where competition is intensifying between Chinese manufacturers and international brands.

Company expands its role in battery-grade phosphates to support domestic LFP and sodium-ion battery growth across EV and energy storage applications CRANBURY, N.J., Sept. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Innophos is expanding its role in the electric energy storage system and battery markets, leveraging its unique position as a premier North America-based, vertically integrated producer of battery-grade phosphates. Through this initiative, Innophos will produce (i) iron phosphate for current lithium iron phosphate (LFP) technologies and (ii) sodium iron phosphate (NFPP), a next generation battery technology. Richard Hooper, President and CEO of Innophos, states, “This represents several years of strategic planning to […]

XIAMEN, China, Sept. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — On September 16, HiTHIUM, a leading global energy storage technology company, officially unveiled its next-generation integrated sodium-ion energy storage solution at its “Powered Day in, Day out” launch event. The new offerings include the ∞Power N4.0MWh, a 4MWh sodium-ion energy storage system equipped with the high-capacity ∞Cell N785Ah sodium-ion battery. HiTHIUM also announced its plans to begin full-scale production and delivery in 2027. With a 30-year designed service life, the system provides an infrastructure-grade solution for sodium-ion deployment. Drawing on integrated capabilities spanning materials, cells, manufacturing, system integration, station applications and lifecycle services, […]

Renewable energy sources are consistently proving their ability to provide reliable power, challenging previous concerns regarding intermittency. The declining cost of battery technology is driving down electricity rates across the United States, displacing expensive gas-powered peaking plants and reducing their revenue. A key challenge lies in lessening dependence on China for battery materials. General Motors

HANOVER, Germany, Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Limited (CATL) today unveiled TECTRANS II, its next-generation commercial vehicle battery solution, at IAA Transportation 2026 in Hanover. “Commercial vehicle electrification is emerging as the third wave of the global energy transition,” said Akin Li, Executive President of CATL Overseas Business. “Across products, energy, services and ecosystem, CATL is poised to work with partners around the world to catch this third wave.” TECTRANS II: A Modular Platform Built for Commercial Vehicle Electrification Scenario Adaptability: Designed for diverse commercial vehicle applications and operating requirements. One platform for multiple scenarios: By […]

Battery-powered lawn tools are most useful when you can share one battery across your mower, trimmer, blower, and chainsaw — but not all ecosystems perform equally. Consumer Reports tested 12 tools across Ego, Makita, and Ryobi to find which brand delivers across the board. Ego took best overall, Makita won for pros, and Ryobi earned the budget crown. https://qz.com/battery-lawn-tool-brands-consumer-reports

FlexGen and SMT Energy Commence Operations of Houston Battery Storage Facility Developers FlexGen and SMT Energy announced September 9th the commencement of operations at a 160MW/320MWh energy storage facility in Houston, Texas. The project, named Houston IV, represents the fourteenth collaboration between FlexGen and SMT to support the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) grid.

FRANKFURT, Germany, Sept. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Aeson Power, a leading Australian brand in sodium-ion battery technology, is showcasing its automotive battery portfolio at Automechanika Frankfurt 2026. In addition to its sodium-ion starting and start-stop battery solutions widely deployed in the aftermarket, Aeson Power is jointly exhibiting sodium-ion auxiliary battery solutions for electric vehicles and commercial vehicles At the show, Aeson Power is engaging with automotive OEMs, suppliers, distributors and aftermarket partners, with discussions focusing on sodium-ion solutions for starting, start-stop and auxiliary power applications across vehicle platforms. Sodium-Ion Technology for Automotive Applications Aeson Power’s sodium-ion starter and start-stop batteries […]

Xiaomi Auto Vice President Huang Zhenyu and vice-CEO Li Xiaoshuang, in the presence of executives from CALB and Sunwoda Power, unveiled the new Dragonscale battery pack in China. Or Longjia, if we’re talking about the version for the domestic market. At the same time, the company made a grand gesture that demonstrates its confidence in the […] Post Xiaomi Unveils Impressive New Battery: The Dragonscale Comes with an Unusual Warranty at Root-Nation.com.

Equinor has initiated operations at the Citrus Flatts battery energy storage facility, a 100-megawatt (mW) project with 200 mW-hour (mWh) capacity, located in Harlingen, Texas. This marks the second operational project for East Point Energy, Equinor’s subsidiary specializing in grid-scale energy storage. Together, Citrus Flatts and the previously commissioned 10-mW/20-mWh Sunset Ridge facility can provide

Equinor has begun commercial operation of its largest U.S. battery energy storage project, contributing 100 megawatts of flexible power capacity to South Texas. The Citrus Flatts Energy Center in Harlingen, Cameron County, is now online as Texas expands its electricity storage infrastructure. The facility features 100 MW of power generation and 200 megawatt-hours of energy

Ce lundi 31 août, le premier train à batteries d’Occitanie a été mis en service commercial sur la ligne Nîmes-Vauvert Depuis le 28 juillet, le premier train à batteries de la Région Sud circule sur la...

Nexeon has secured £100M to expand silicon anode battery manufacturing, scale UK R&D and advance higher-energy lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles.

The United States is anticipated to install 24,000 megawatts of utility-scale battery capacity this year, a 60% increase from the previous year. This expansion reflects a move by developers toward long-term contracts and direct demand from technology companies. The U.S. battery storage market is growing at almost twice the rate as the rest of the

**Long-Duration Energy Storage Faces Financial Hurdles Despite Growing Need** A recent study of 30 assets in California showed significant variation in revenue, ranging from US$1 per kilowatt-month to US$6 per kilowatt-month. The discrepancy was attributed to bidding strategies rather than equipment quality or construction standards. Raafe Khan, head of energy storage at Camelot Energy Group,

Southern University is evaluating a plan to build a large-scale battery energy storage facility on its campus, intended for use by Entergy. The proposed project would involve a 300-megawatt system designed to store electricity during periods of low demand and release it when usage peaks. Southern University would participate as an equity partner in the

Key Capture Energy Secures $300 Million Credit Facility from Standard Chartered Key Capture Energy (KCE), a U.S.-based developer of battery storage systems, has finalized a US$300 million credit arrangement with Standard Chartered, a multinational bank headquartered in Britain. The agreement was announced on Tuesday, August 18th, and is intended to support KCE’s project development pipeline,