Background

Batteries are described as an alternative technology to lithium batteries which are currently in widespread use. New proposed battery technology will have significantly lower environmental impact than the lead-based systems.

Technology

Magnesium batteries remain promising as possible replacements for lithium-ion batteries. Materials within new technology utilize new natural earth abundant material. Manganese oxides can be turned to dimensions suited for ion transport. Magnesium is more abundant than lithium and is air-stable.

Advantages

Batteries are becoming increasingly significant as the power source installations increase in size - Lower environmental impact than the lead-based systems, with low-cost materials