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The Cool Down

Researchers make major strides in journey to perfect futuristic batteries — here's how they could impact our energy grid

The Cool Down
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Aqueous flow batteries are a safer alternative to lithium-ion packs for grid-level storage.

Researchers at the University of Wisconsin developed a unique additive meant to contain promising bromide ions.

Lithium-ion chemistry often involves ingredients that are flammable.

Bromide is cheaper and easier to obtain than vanadium ions.

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