Global Scans · Batteries · Weekly Summary

• [New] Oppo's upcoming Find X10 could pack two 200 MP cameras and an 8,000 mAh battery, making it one of the most overpowered base flagships yet. Digital Trends
• [New] The aggregation of distributed energy resources including solar, batteries, EVs, and smart devices into Virtual Power Plants is a key trend, enabled by regulatory advancements such as FERC Order 2222. Straits Research
• [New] South Korea is expected to remain a major exporter of premium lithium-ion battery cells through the forecast period, supported by technological innovation, established automotive partnerships, and increasing demand for high-energy-density battery systems. Persistence Market Research
• [New] Continued investments in advanced battery technologies are expected to help Japan preserve its technological position while supporting demand from electric vehicles and other high-performance applications. Persistence Market Research
• [New] China will likely lead in Asia Pacific in 2026 with a share of about 39.4%, as it is rapidly expanding renewable energy, ultra-high-voltage transmission networks, battery storage, and smart grid infrastructure. Persistence Market Research
• [New] Battery fires are reaching epidemic proportions across Britain's recycling and waste industry, placing workers at risk and threatening vital infrastructure upon which we all rely every day. The Guardian
• [New] In California, EV makers need to guarantee that the batteries in their vehicles will not deteriorate to less than 70% for a warranty period of eight years or 100,000 miles, whichever first occurs for EVs made between now and 2030. SlashGear
• [New] Federal emissions rules are phasing in a warranty requirement starting with model year 2027 that will see EV makers required to guarantee batteries for 8 years or 80,000 miles for light-duty vehicles and trucks below 6,000 pounds (gross vehicle weight rating). SlashGear
• [New] Cylindrical cells are expected to maintain the leading position in the battery form category, accounting for approximately 45% share in 2026. Persistence Market Research
• [New] Lithium Nickel Manganese Cobalt Oxide (NMC) batteries are expected to lead the battery type category, accounting for close to a 35% share in 2026. Persistence Market Research
• [New] The fastest-growing product type is stationary LFP battery packs, estimated to achieve a CAGR of 6.5% from 2026 to 2032. 6wresearch
• [New] Growth in battery energy storage systems is expected to accelerate alongside expanding renewable generation, with the IEA identifying BESS as the fastest-growing power technology at present. Westpac IQ
• [New] China-based Geely Holding, parent company of the Geely, Zeekr, Lynk & Co, Volvo, Polestar, Lotus, and Smart brands, will begin pilot deployment of solid-state batteries across its brands in 2027, following real-world validation. Battery Technology
• [New] North America is expected to progressively reduce its dependence on imported battery cells and materials. Persistence Market Research
• [New] The forecast for electric vehicle sales in 2026 is positive, with over 10 million units expected to be sold worldwide, driven by declining battery costs and government incentives. Riley Vision
• [New] The US Energy Information Administration projects 86 GW of new utility-scale generating capacity for 2026, with battery storage alone accounting for roughly 24.3 GW of it - the second-largest source of new grid infrastructure in 2026. CLNZ Books
• [New] While solar and batteries will become effectively cheaper, non-hardware costs will set a floor for installation prices in Japan. note
• [New] A proposed €1.8 billion battery support package could further strengthen the European battery supply chain. Electric Cars Report
• Growing interest from the energy sector in securing future battery metal supplies is expected to support continued participation in seabed resource development and regional policy discussions through 2033. Persistence Market Research
• Rising demand for critical battery minerals is expected to remain the primary growth driver, supported by accelerating electric vehicle production and the global transition toward clean energy technologies. Persistence Market Research
• Battery design and optimization is expected to be the fastest-growing application, expanding at nearly 45.2% CAGR through 2033. Persistence Market Research

Last updated: 06 September 2026