New Energy announces sodium battery production

When will a sodium ion battery launch?

Although the battery should launch in 2025, mass production is not expected until 2027. The science behind sodium-ion batteries is similar to that of lithium-ion batteries, with them storing electrical energy for the movement of ions between positive and negative electrodes.

Which companies are developing sodium-ion batteries?

As the global push for alternative battery technologies intensifies, Chinese cleantech leaders CATL, BYD, and Huawei are making significant strides in the development of sodium-ion batteries.

When will CATL's second-generation sodium battery be released?

On November 18, CATL announced its second-generation sodium battery. Addressing the World Young Scientists Summit, chief scientist Wu Kai said the new battery will be launched next year – four years after the release of CATL’s first sodium-ion battery in 2021.

Is CATL the only battery manufacturer developing sodium ion batteries?

CATL is not the only battery manufacturer developing sodium-ion batteries. In January, its rival BYD, the second-largest battery manufacturer in the world started construction of a sodium-ion factory with an annual production capacity of 30 GWh.

Are sodium-ion batteries poised for growth?

Sodium-ion batteries are poised for growth, with recent announcements from the world’s largest battery maker and a new initiative from U.S. national labs. A visitor looks at sodium-ion battery products at the smart vehicle section of the China International Supply Chain Expo in Beijing on Dec. 1, 2023. Credit: Li He/Xinhua via Getty Images

Will BYD and Huaihai lead the global market in sodium-ion batteries?

BYD and Huaihai Holding Group are forging ahead with their ambitious plan to lead the global market in sodium-ion batteries for compact vehicles. With a significant investment of ten billion yuan, their joint venture aims to produce 30 GWh of sodium-ion batteries annually in China.