Jasmin Smajic
@jasminsmajic.com
Materials scientist | Writing about energy, matter, and batteries 🔋 → http://www.lithiumhorizons.com
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Are sodium-ion batteries ready for prime time?
Where Na-ion stands in today's battery ecosystem
www.lithiumhorizons.com
📮 Are sodium-ion batteries finally ready for prime time?
This Lithium Horizons piece breaks down where Na-ion stands today and why it’s likely to complement, not replace, Li-ion in the near term.
#batteries #battchat #energysky #greensky
This Lithium Horizons piece breaks down where Na-ion stands today and why it’s likely to complement, not replace, Li-ion in the near term.
#batteries #battchat #energysky #greensky
Reposted by Jasmin Smajic
Fifteen years after its founding, California-based QuantumScape believes it has cracked the code to solid-state batteries.
Now, it must prove that they can be cranked out at scale.
insideevs.com/news/786661/...
Now, it must prove that they can be cranked out at scale.
insideevs.com/news/786661/...
A California Company Just Kicked Off Solid-State Battery Pilot Production. Now Comes The Hard Part
California-based solid-state battery company QuantumScape aims to hit the market by the end of the decade. Its CTO explains how it gets there.
insideevs.com
February 8, 2026 at 5:03 PM
Fifteen years after its founding, California-based QuantumScape believes it has cracked the code to solid-state batteries.
Now, it must prove that they can be cranked out at scale.
insideevs.com/news/786661/...
Now, it must prove that they can be cranked out at scale.
insideevs.com/news/786661/...
Reposted by Jasmin Smajic
🔋CATL and Changan have announced the first mass-market EV with a sodium-ion battery.
The sedan finished its cold weather tests at -40 C and uses CATL’s Naxtra batteries.
This is another testament to the growing commercialization of sodium batteries.
#battchat #batteries #greensky #energysky
The sedan finished its cold weather tests at -40 C and uses CATL’s Naxtra batteries.
This is another testament to the growing commercialization of sodium batteries.
#battchat #batteries #greensky #energysky
February 6, 2026 at 2:40 PM
🔋CATL and Changan have announced the first mass-market EV with a sodium-ion battery.
The sedan finished its cold weather tests at -40 C and uses CATL’s Naxtra batteries.
This is another testament to the growing commercialization of sodium batteries.
#battchat #batteries #greensky #energysky
The sedan finished its cold weather tests at -40 C and uses CATL’s Naxtra batteries.
This is another testament to the growing commercialization of sodium batteries.
#battchat #batteries #greensky #energysky
Reposted by Jasmin Smajic
Koji Sato, who has extensive engineering experience, is out after just three years. His replacement is a numbers guy. But here's why Toyota says it makes sense as it faces tremendous pressure from BYD and China.
insideevs.com/news/786580/...
insideevs.com/news/786580/...
Toyota Has A New CEO, And He’s Not A Car Guy
Koji Sato, who has extensive engineering experience, is out after just three years. His replacement is a numbers guy.
insideevs.com
February 6, 2026 at 12:47 PM
Koji Sato, who has extensive engineering experience, is out after just three years. His replacement is a numbers guy. But here's why Toyota says it makes sense as it faces tremendous pressure from BYD and China.
insideevs.com/news/786580/...
insideevs.com/news/786580/...
🔋CATL and Changan have announced the first mass-market EV with a sodium-ion battery.
The sedan finished its cold weather tests at -40 C and uses CATL’s Naxtra batteries.
This is another testament to the growing commercialization of sodium batteries.
#battchat #batteries #greensky #energysky
The sedan finished its cold weather tests at -40 C and uses CATL’s Naxtra batteries.
This is another testament to the growing commercialization of sodium batteries.
#battchat #batteries #greensky #energysky
February 6, 2026 at 2:40 PM
🔋CATL and Changan have announced the first mass-market EV with a sodium-ion battery.
The sedan finished its cold weather tests at -40 C and uses CATL’s Naxtra batteries.
This is another testament to the growing commercialization of sodium batteries.
#battchat #batteries #greensky #energysky
The sedan finished its cold weather tests at -40 C and uses CATL’s Naxtra batteries.
This is another testament to the growing commercialization of sodium batteries.
#battchat #batteries #greensky #energysky
Reposted by Jasmin Smajic
🔋Ex-Tesla chief, Kunal Girotra, raises $230 Million for his startup, Lunar Energy, to expand home storage business in the US.
The US added nearly 4.9 GWh of home energy storage in 2025, up almost 60% from the prior year.
#batteries #battchat #energysky #greensky
The US added nearly 4.9 GWh of home energy storage in 2025, up almost 60% from the prior year.
#batteries #battchat #energysky #greensky
February 4, 2026 at 5:53 PM
🔋Ex-Tesla chief, Kunal Girotra, raises $230 Million for his startup, Lunar Energy, to expand home storage business in the US.
The US added nearly 4.9 GWh of home energy storage in 2025, up almost 60% from the prior year.
#batteries #battchat #energysky #greensky
The US added nearly 4.9 GWh of home energy storage in 2025, up almost 60% from the prior year.
#batteries #battchat #energysky #greensky
🔋Ex-Tesla chief, Kunal Girotra, raises $230 Million for his startup, Lunar Energy, to expand home storage business in the US.
The US added nearly 4.9 GWh of home energy storage in 2025, up almost 60% from the prior year.
#batteries #battchat #energysky #greensky
The US added nearly 4.9 GWh of home energy storage in 2025, up almost 60% from the prior year.
#batteries #battchat #energysky #greensky
February 4, 2026 at 5:53 PM
🔋Ex-Tesla chief, Kunal Girotra, raises $230 Million for his startup, Lunar Energy, to expand home storage business in the US.
The US added nearly 4.9 GWh of home energy storage in 2025, up almost 60% from the prior year.
#batteries #battchat #energysky #greensky
The US added nearly 4.9 GWh of home energy storage in 2025, up almost 60% from the prior year.
#batteries #battchat #energysky #greensky
Reposted by Jasmin Smajic
🔋Global lithium ion battery demand increased by 29% in 2025 to reach 1.59TWh.
Battery demand from BESS increased by 51%, compared with 26% for the EV sector, resulting in a continued rebalancing of demand towards stationary storage.
#batteries #battchat #energysky #greensky
Battery demand from BESS increased by 51%, compared with 26% for the EV sector, resulting in a continued rebalancing of demand towards stationary storage.
#batteries #battchat #energysky #greensky
Global lithium ion battery demand rose 29% in 2025
Benchmark Mineral Intelligence, specialising in EV and battery supply chain research and insights, reports that global lithium ion battery demand increased by 29% in 2025 to reach 1.59TWh. This growth...
source.benchmarkminerals.com
February 2, 2026 at 8:44 PM
🔋Global lithium ion battery demand increased by 29% in 2025 to reach 1.59TWh.
Battery demand from BESS increased by 51%, compared with 26% for the EV sector, resulting in a continued rebalancing of demand towards stationary storage.
#batteries #battchat #energysky #greensky
Battery demand from BESS increased by 51%, compared with 26% for the EV sector, resulting in a continued rebalancing of demand towards stationary storage.
#batteries #battchat #energysky #greensky
Reposted by Jasmin Smajic
'EVs 75% global battery demand in 2025, down from 77% in 2024 & 79% in 2023...Portables eroded from 6% of total demand in 2024 to 5% in 2025...BESS demand increased 51% in 2025, vs 26% growth from EV sector...LFP fastest-growing battery chemistry in 2025, with demand increasing by 48% year-on-year'
February 2, 2026 at 9:34 PM
'EVs 75% global battery demand in 2025, down from 77% in 2024 & 79% in 2023...Portables eroded from 6% of total demand in 2024 to 5% in 2025...BESS demand increased 51% in 2025, vs 26% growth from EV sector...LFP fastest-growing battery chemistry in 2025, with demand increasing by 48% year-on-year'
🔋Global lithium ion battery demand increased by 29% in 2025 to reach 1.59TWh.
Battery demand from BESS increased by 51%, compared with 26% for the EV sector, resulting in a continued rebalancing of demand towards stationary storage.
#batteries #battchat #energysky #greensky
Battery demand from BESS increased by 51%, compared with 26% for the EV sector, resulting in a continued rebalancing of demand towards stationary storage.
#batteries #battchat #energysky #greensky
Global lithium ion battery demand rose 29% in 2025
Benchmark Mineral Intelligence, specialising in EV and battery supply chain research and insights, reports that global lithium ion battery demand increased by 29% in 2025 to reach 1.59TWh. This growth...
source.benchmarkminerals.com
February 2, 2026 at 8:44 PM
🔋Global lithium ion battery demand increased by 29% in 2025 to reach 1.59TWh.
Battery demand from BESS increased by 51%, compared with 26% for the EV sector, resulting in a continued rebalancing of demand towards stationary storage.
#batteries #battchat #energysky #greensky
Battery demand from BESS increased by 51%, compared with 26% for the EV sector, resulting in a continued rebalancing of demand towards stationary storage.
#batteries #battchat #energysky #greensky
Reposted by Jasmin Smajic
🔋Battery information from Tesla’s latest shareholder letter:
• Dry cathode issues resolved; early ramp stage
• 4680 cells back in Model Y, but not as a structural pack
• Lithium hydroxide refinery at a pilot stage
• LFP prod to start in 2026
• Model S/X shelved
#batteries #battchat #greensky🔌
• Dry cathode issues resolved; early ramp stage
• 4680 cells back in Model Y, but not as a structural pack
• Lithium hydroxide refinery at a pilot stage
• LFP prod to start in 2026
• Model S/X shelved
#batteries #battchat #greensky🔌
February 1, 2026 at 9:21 AM
🔋Battery information from Tesla’s latest shareholder letter:
• Dry cathode issues resolved; early ramp stage
• 4680 cells back in Model Y, but not as a structural pack
• Lithium hydroxide refinery at a pilot stage
• LFP prod to start in 2026
• Model S/X shelved
#batteries #battchat #greensky🔌
• Dry cathode issues resolved; early ramp stage
• 4680 cells back in Model Y, but not as a structural pack
• Lithium hydroxide refinery at a pilot stage
• LFP prod to start in 2026
• Model S/X shelved
#batteries #battchat #greensky🔌
🔋Battery information from Tesla’s latest shareholder letter:
• Dry cathode issues resolved; early ramp stage
• 4680 cells back in Model Y, but not as a structural pack
• Lithium hydroxide refinery at a pilot stage
• LFP prod to start in 2026
• Model S/X shelved
#batteries #battchat #greensky🔌
• Dry cathode issues resolved; early ramp stage
• 4680 cells back in Model Y, but not as a structural pack
• Lithium hydroxide refinery at a pilot stage
• LFP prod to start in 2026
• Model S/X shelved
#batteries #battchat #greensky🔌
February 1, 2026 at 9:21 AM
🔋Battery information from Tesla’s latest shareholder letter:
• Dry cathode issues resolved; early ramp stage
• 4680 cells back in Model Y, but not as a structural pack
• Lithium hydroxide refinery at a pilot stage
• LFP prod to start in 2026
• Model S/X shelved
#batteries #battchat #greensky🔌
• Dry cathode issues resolved; early ramp stage
• 4680 cells back in Model Y, but not as a structural pack
• Lithium hydroxide refinery at a pilot stage
• LFP prod to start in 2026
• Model S/X shelved
#batteries #battchat #greensky🔌
Reposted by Jasmin Smajic
🔋Idemitsu Kosan broke ground on a large-scale sulfide solid electrolyte plant.
The electrolytes will be used in all-solid-state batteries for Toyota’s EVs.
Toyota has been working on solid-state battery technology for years. It seems things are moving ahead.
#batteries #battchat #greensky 🔌
The electrolytes will be used in all-solid-state batteries for Toyota’s EVs.
Toyota has been working on solid-state battery technology for years. It seems things are moving ahead.
#batteries #battchat #greensky 🔌
January 30, 2026 at 9:05 PM
🔋Idemitsu Kosan broke ground on a large-scale sulfide solid electrolyte plant.
The electrolytes will be used in all-solid-state batteries for Toyota’s EVs.
Toyota has been working on solid-state battery technology for years. It seems things are moving ahead.
#batteries #battchat #greensky 🔌
The electrolytes will be used in all-solid-state batteries for Toyota’s EVs.
Toyota has been working on solid-state battery technology for years. It seems things are moving ahead.
#batteries #battchat #greensky 🔌
Reposted by Jasmin Smajic
🔋CATL Na-ion batteries to possibly be introduced in Changan Oshan, JAC, and GAC passenger EVs.
This comes after CATL introduced 45kWh pack for light trucks and vans.
Compared to Li-ion, Na-ion batteries have superior low-temperature and fast-charge capability.
#batteries #battchat #greensky 🔌
This comes after CATL introduced 45kWh pack for light trucks and vans.
Compared to Li-ion, Na-ion batteries have superior low-temperature and fast-charge capability.
#batteries #battchat #greensky 🔌
January 30, 2026 at 8:26 PM
🔋CATL Na-ion batteries to possibly be introduced in Changan Oshan, JAC, and GAC passenger EVs.
This comes after CATL introduced 45kWh pack for light trucks and vans.
Compared to Li-ion, Na-ion batteries have superior low-temperature and fast-charge capability.
#batteries #battchat #greensky 🔌
This comes after CATL introduced 45kWh pack for light trucks and vans.
Compared to Li-ion, Na-ion batteries have superior low-temperature and fast-charge capability.
#batteries #battchat #greensky 🔌
Reposted by Jasmin Smajic
Wow! Almost a 50% drop in greenhouse gas emissions in the EU energy sector over the last decade.
That's a huge leap forward, but we'll have to ramp up our investment in grids to continue this progress in the years ahead. ec.europa.eu/eurostat/en/...
That's a huge leap forward, but we'll have to ramp up our investment in grids to continue this progress in the years ahead. ec.europa.eu/eurostat/en/...
January 30, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Wow! Almost a 50% drop in greenhouse gas emissions in the EU energy sector over the last decade.
That's a huge leap forward, but we'll have to ramp up our investment in grids to continue this progress in the years ahead. ec.europa.eu/eurostat/en/...
That's a huge leap forward, but we'll have to ramp up our investment in grids to continue this progress in the years ahead. ec.europa.eu/eurostat/en/...
🔋Idemitsu Kosan broke ground on a large-scale sulfide solid electrolyte plant.
The electrolytes will be used in all-solid-state batteries for Toyota’s EVs.
Toyota has been working on solid-state battery technology for years. It seems things are moving ahead.
#batteries #battchat #greensky 🔌
The electrolytes will be used in all-solid-state batteries for Toyota’s EVs.
Toyota has been working on solid-state battery technology for years. It seems things are moving ahead.
#batteries #battchat #greensky 🔌
January 30, 2026 at 9:05 PM
🔋Idemitsu Kosan broke ground on a large-scale sulfide solid electrolyte plant.
The electrolytes will be used in all-solid-state batteries for Toyota’s EVs.
Toyota has been working on solid-state battery technology for years. It seems things are moving ahead.
#batteries #battchat #greensky 🔌
The electrolytes will be used in all-solid-state batteries for Toyota’s EVs.
Toyota has been working on solid-state battery technology for years. It seems things are moving ahead.
#batteries #battchat #greensky 🔌
🔋CATL Na-ion batteries to possibly be introduced in Changan Oshan, JAC, and GAC passenger EVs.
This comes after CATL introduced 45kWh pack for light trucks and vans.
Compared to Li-ion, Na-ion batteries have superior low-temperature and fast-charge capability.
#batteries #battchat #greensky 🔌
This comes after CATL introduced 45kWh pack for light trucks and vans.
Compared to Li-ion, Na-ion batteries have superior low-temperature and fast-charge capability.
#batteries #battchat #greensky 🔌
January 30, 2026 at 8:26 PM
🔋CATL Na-ion batteries to possibly be introduced in Changan Oshan, JAC, and GAC passenger EVs.
This comes after CATL introduced 45kWh pack for light trucks and vans.
Compared to Li-ion, Na-ion batteries have superior low-temperature and fast-charge capability.
#batteries #battchat #greensky 🔌
This comes after CATL introduced 45kWh pack for light trucks and vans.
Compared to Li-ion, Na-ion batteries have superior low-temperature and fast-charge capability.
#batteries #battchat #greensky 🔌
Reposted by Jasmin Smajic
And now something positive:
solar and wind energy production in the EU surpasses fossil energy for the first time.
☀️ 💨
#TippingPoint
Source: dr.dk
solar and wind energy production in the EU surpasses fossil energy for the first time.
☀️ 💨
#TippingPoint
Source: dr.dk
January 22, 2026 at 6:41 AM
And now something positive:
solar and wind energy production in the EU surpasses fossil energy for the first time.
☀️ 💨
#TippingPoint
Source: dr.dk
solar and wind energy production in the EU surpasses fossil energy for the first time.
☀️ 💨
#TippingPoint
Source: dr.dk
Reposted by Jasmin Smajic
Led by private companies, America’s EV fast-charging network grew 30% in its strongest year ever.
“The barriers for people leaning on public charging infrastructure are coming down,” Florent Breton, the CEO of Paren, told InsideEVs.
insideevs.com/news/785615/...
“The barriers for people leaning on public charging infrastructure are coming down,” Florent Breton, the CEO of Paren, told InsideEVs.
insideevs.com/news/785615/...
America’s EV Fast-Charging Network Just Had Its Biggest Year Ever
Led by private companies, America’s EV fast-charging network grew 30% in its strongest year ever.
insideevs.com
January 28, 2026 at 1:06 PM
Led by private companies, America’s EV fast-charging network grew 30% in its strongest year ever.
“The barriers for people leaning on public charging infrastructure are coming down,” Florent Breton, the CEO of Paren, told InsideEVs.
insideevs.com/news/785615/...
“The barriers for people leaning on public charging infrastructure are coming down,” Florent Breton, the CEO of Paren, told InsideEVs.
insideevs.com/news/785615/...
Reposted by Jasmin Smajic
Good morning with good news: Global battery storage passed the 100 GW level in 2025, reaching 104 GW/257 GWh!
Why?
Prices fell 31% in 2025 and are down 70% since 2022!
Global average price was $117/kWh but are as low as $63/kWh in China.
#energysky www.ess-news.com/2026/01/26/v...
Why?
Prices fell 31% in 2025 and are down 70% since 2022!
Global average price was $117/kWh but are as low as $63/kWh in China.
#energysky www.ess-news.com/2026/01/26/v...
January 27, 2026 at 12:43 PM
Good morning with good news: Global battery storage passed the 100 GW level in 2025, reaching 104 GW/257 GWh!
Why?
Prices fell 31% in 2025 and are down 70% since 2022!
Global average price was $117/kWh but are as low as $63/kWh in China.
#energysky www.ess-news.com/2026/01/26/v...
Why?
Prices fell 31% in 2025 and are down 70% since 2022!
Global average price was $117/kWh but are as low as $63/kWh in China.
#energysky www.ess-news.com/2026/01/26/v...
Reposted by Jasmin Smajic
Holy smokes, the US added over 15 GW of #EnergyStorage in 2025, according to EIA 860m data. That's more than gas (5.1 GW) and wind (5.8 GW) combined!
January 28, 2026 at 5:46 AM
Holy smokes, the US added over 15 GW of #EnergyStorage in 2025, according to EIA 860m data. That's more than gas (5.1 GW) and wind (5.8 GW) combined!
Reposted by Jasmin Smajic
📮 Are sodium-ion batteries finally ready for prime time?
This Lithium Horizons piece breaks down where Na-ion stands today and why it’s likely to complement, not replace, Li-ion in the near term.
#batteries #battchat #energysky #greensky
This Lithium Horizons piece breaks down where Na-ion stands today and why it’s likely to complement, not replace, Li-ion in the near term.
#batteries #battchat #energysky #greensky
Are sodium-ion batteries ready for prime time?
Where Na-ion stands in today's battery ecosystem
www.lithiumhorizons.com
January 27, 2026 at 6:11 PM
📮 Are sodium-ion batteries finally ready for prime time?
This Lithium Horizons piece breaks down where Na-ion stands today and why it’s likely to complement, not replace, Li-ion in the near term.
#batteries #battchat #energysky #greensky
This Lithium Horizons piece breaks down where Na-ion stands today and why it’s likely to complement, not replace, Li-ion in the near term.
#batteries #battchat #energysky #greensky
📮 Are sodium-ion batteries finally ready for prime time?
This Lithium Horizons piece breaks down where Na-ion stands today and why it’s likely to complement, not replace, Li-ion in the near term.
#batteries #battchat #energysky #greensky
This Lithium Horizons piece breaks down where Na-ion stands today and why it’s likely to complement, not replace, Li-ion in the near term.
#batteries #battchat #energysky #greensky
Are sodium-ion batteries ready for prime time?
Where Na-ion stands in today's battery ecosystem
www.lithiumhorizons.com
January 27, 2026 at 6:11 PM
📮 Are sodium-ion batteries finally ready for prime time?
This Lithium Horizons piece breaks down where Na-ion stands today and why it’s likely to complement, not replace, Li-ion in the near term.
#batteries #battchat #energysky #greensky
This Lithium Horizons piece breaks down where Na-ion stands today and why it’s likely to complement, not replace, Li-ion in the near term.
#batteries #battchat #energysky #greensky
Reposted by Jasmin Smajic
🔋I had the opportunity to contribute to this year’s Battery Report, which presents a comprehensive view of the current battery landscape.
Check it out!
#batteries #battchat #energysky #greensky
Check it out!
#batteries #battchat #energysky #greensky
2025 Annual Battery Report
As the most-read industry report, Volta Foundation's Battery Report summarizes the most significant developments in the battery industry. Read the 2024 Battery Report!
volta.foundation
January 24, 2026 at 8:55 PM
🔋I had the opportunity to contribute to this year’s Battery Report, which presents a comprehensive view of the current battery landscape.
Check it out!
#batteries #battchat #energysky #greensky
Check it out!
#batteries #battchat #energysky #greensky
Reposted by Jasmin Smajic
🔋CATL’s Tectrans sodium-ion batteries to be equipped in GAC’s electric vehicles.
The 45kWh battery pack can be charged in extreme cold, as low as -30°C.
CATL is pursuing a “dual star” trend, developing we both lithium- and sodium-ion batteries.
#batteries #battchat #greensky 🔌💡
The 45kWh battery pack can be charged in extreme cold, as low as -30°C.
CATL is pursuing a “dual star” trend, developing we both lithium- and sodium-ion batteries.
#batteries #battchat #greensky 🔌💡
January 24, 2026 at 9:43 AM
🔋CATL’s Tectrans sodium-ion batteries to be equipped in GAC’s electric vehicles.
The 45kWh battery pack can be charged in extreme cold, as low as -30°C.
CATL is pursuing a “dual star” trend, developing we both lithium- and sodium-ion batteries.
#batteries #battchat #greensky 🔌💡
The 45kWh battery pack can be charged in extreme cold, as low as -30°C.
CATL is pursuing a “dual star” trend, developing we both lithium- and sodium-ion batteries.
#batteries #battchat #greensky 🔌💡
🔋I had the opportunity to contribute to this year’s Battery Report, which presents a comprehensive view of the current battery landscape.
Check it out!
#batteries #battchat #energysky #greensky
Check it out!
#batteries #battchat #energysky #greensky
2025 Annual Battery Report
As the most-read industry report, Volta Foundation's Battery Report summarizes the most significant developments in the battery industry. Read the 2024 Battery Report!
volta.foundation
January 24, 2026 at 8:55 PM
🔋I had the opportunity to contribute to this year’s Battery Report, which presents a comprehensive view of the current battery landscape.
Check it out!
#batteries #battchat #energysky #greensky
Check it out!
#batteries #battchat #energysky #greensky