This article discusses the feasibility of using a novel sodium-sulfur battery technology for energy storage applications, specifically for renewable energy storage.
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Rising concerns regarding global warming and climate change have accelerated the transition toward renewable energy. However, energy generation from renewable sources such as wind is not as consistent as fossil fuel-based energy generation, which has increased the importance of highly efficient energy storage solutions, such as batteries, for the effective utilization of renewable energy.
Drawbacks of the Existing Batteries Used for Renewable Energy Storage
Currently, batteries used for renewable energy storage are manufactured using rare earth materials such as cobalt, graphite, and lithium. A substantial amount of these materials will be required in the next…