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New York, Aug 3 (PTI) Calcium ions could be used instead of lithium-ions in batteries as a greener, more efficient and cost-effective energy storage option. This has been said in a study. Researchers from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in the US noted that long-term use of lithium-ion batteries poses issues such as high prices and safety concerns. “The vast majority of rechargeable battery products are based on lithium-ion technology, which is the gold standard in terms of performance,” said institute professor Nikhil Koratkar. Recent PNAS
Researchers from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in the US noted that long-term use of lithium-ion batteries poses issues such as high prices and safety concerns.
“The vast majority of rechargeable battery products are based on lithium-ion technology, which is the gold standard in terms of performance,” said institute professor Nikhil Koratkar.
“However, the biggest drawback of lithium-ion technology is its cost,” said study author Koratkar, recently published in the journal PNAS. Lithium on Earth is a limited resource, and its price has increased drastically in recent years. “
Researchers are working on an economical, abundant, safe and durable battery that can use calcium ions.
Koratkar said calcium-ion batteries could one day replace lithium-ion batteries that could be used as a greener, more efficient and economical energy storage option.