German lithium-sulfur battery technology specialist “theion” has opened a representative office in Dubai. From this location, theion plans to expand its presence in the Gulf region, collaborate with industry, academia, and government entities and introduce its innovative battery technology to markets dedicated to promoting energy innovation.
Batteries with three times higher energy density
The batteries developed by theion use sulfur, a globally abundant byproduct of the oil industry. Unlike conventional lithium-ion batteries, which rely on expensive and environmentally harmful materials like cobalt, manganese, and nickel, sulfur offers a cost-effective and sustainable alternative. This approach not only significantly reduces production costs but also minimizes the environmental impact associated with the mining and processing of traditional battery materials. Sulfur is considerably cheaper than conventional battery materials, leading to competitive prices for the respective battery cells. According to a press release, “theion” aims to develop batteries with three times the energy density of conventional models. The technology is particularly targeted at meeting the growing demand for innovative applications such as electric flight.
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zawya.com
