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U.S.-based start-up SorbiForce uses no toxic products or metals in production of its batteries. It claims its systems are cheaper and safer than lithium-ion batteries and have near zero end-of-life waste.

Researchers at the University of South Carolina have successfully transitioned their highly-durable lithium-sulfur battery technology from coin to pouch cells and reported competent energy densities.

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The company says the technology’s better cycle times and potential lower costs would benefit grid storage and EV sectors.

Also on the rise: Quino Energy ramps up production of its organic flow battery formulation. Sinovoltaics publishes energy storage manufacturer financial stability ranking. And more.

The company seeks to replace vanadium and compete with lithium-ion batteries for grid storage.

The report lists Tesla as number one, followed by South Korean’s LG Energy Solution, Taiwan-based Kung Long Battery, China’s Mustang Battery, along with U.S.-based Solid Power in the top five.

Also on the rise: Sodium battery startup wins People’s Choice Award at Industry Growth Forum. Passive solar tracker wind stowing boosts energy production. And more.

The new multi-cell-based hardware platform complements the Centipede product line and is designed for utility-scale projects.

Adena Power is developing an energy storage solution using sodium batteries and domestically-sourced raw materials.