Scientists have developed a new hydrogel electrolyte that can significantly enhance the performance of sodium-zinc hybrid ion batteries.

U.S. aqueous hybrid ion battery developer and supplier Aquion Energy has entered into a supply deal with the residential community Bakken Hale, to supply a 1 MWh battery system.

The Zn–SA–PSN electrolyte’s versatility extends its applications to other cathode materials, making it compatible with both aqueous sodium-zinc hybrid batteries and zinc-ion batteries.

Aqueous, non-lithium-based, rechargeable batteries are promising candidates for next-generation large-scale energy storage systems owing to their safety credentials and low cost. However, their ...