A team of researchers proposes a simple change to the electrolyte in lithium-ion batteries that, in laboratory tests, drastically reduced heating after puncture. A step that could help prevent fires without changing current manufacturing lines.
A small change in battery design could reduce fires, researchers say
Saturday, 14 March 2026RSS
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Sustainability (sustentabilidade) means meeting present needs without reducing the ability of future generations to meet theirs, covering environmental, economic and social dimensions. For residents it affects local planning, jobs and services—look for municipal or company targets, timelines and measurable actions when assessing how sustainable a place or employer is.
