Why are e-scooters in India catching fire?

One of the biggest benefits of Li-ion batteries, namely its high energy density, can also be a potential reason behind the battery’s undoing.…

Why hydrogen vs battery debate doesn’t need a winner: The technology choice conundrum

Energy diversification model where both battery and hydrogen infrastructures co-exist will mean better energy security, more stable grid

How a lithium deal between two companies in France & UK is an opportunity for India's EV sector

India, now a part of MSP, can push for a trilateral pact with these countries for a steady supply of lithium 

Swift charge

A battery developed for electric cars can be recharged in minutes

Electric motion

Electric cars and scooters may soon be a reality on Indian roads

Wavy rides

Sulphuric acid: The next resource crisis that could stifle green tech and threaten food security

Rapid growth in the green economy and intensive agriculture could see demand rise to over 400 million tonnes by 2040

‘Green’ steel, cement for clean energy? Not yet there, says IEA; here’s why

In order to achieve net zero emission target, battery manufacturing capacity for electronic vehicles has to multiply by six times the present …

CATALYTIC CLEANING

Not a bad fad

The US takes to hybrid vehicles in a big way

There is a need to make a place for environmental justice in India’s fleet electrification drive

Strict environmental, social and governance regulations that extend throughout the EV supply chains imperative

E-vehicles are not to scoff at, but to wheel in

Switching to electricity powered vehicles would help India move towards a cleaner future

Car manufacturers spurring battery research

The flywheel is one of the options US car makers have in the search for better batteries to run electric cars that will meet future emission …

New Battery Waste Management Rules make producers accountable for recycling

But they need to be more holistic in design to enable sustainability standards 

Green cars

The nanobattery has arrived

'The Niti Aayog mandate has the potential to make India an e-vehicle hub'

Down to Earth speaks to Manu Sharma, general manager of Hero Electric about the recent Niti Aayog announcement to run all-electric vehicles on …

Upscaled EV manufacturing needs zero emissions mandate

Electric vehicle output quota for auto companies, reportedly proposed in the working paper of the EAC-PM, can be a game changer when other EV …

Better lithium-ion batteries on the cards

IIT Hyderabad scientists developed a set of new electrodes that promise to help produce lithium ion batteries with higher energy densities

Pollution in news on May 1

Here’s a round-up of today’s news reports and developments on pollution

Nigeria’s latest lithium find: some key questions answered

Environmental impact assessments have to be made before any mining can start, says an expert

Trial by ‘fire’: A wake-up call for India’s electric vehicle strategy

India’s plan to have electric scooters and bikes comprise 80% of its 2-wheeler market has hit a snag due to e-bikes bikes catching fire&…

New lithium battery can add 322 km to electric cars in 10 minutes

New method overcomes main obstacle to extreme fast charging, Lithium plating, which happens at high charge rates and significantly reduces …

Scientists find a way to make graphene from discarded dry cell batteries

Graphene can be used to make solar cells, light-emitting diodes, touch panels and smart windows

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