Western firms are falling behind Chinese competitors in the development of sodium-ion batteries, a cheaper and more abundant alternative to lithium-ion technology. The shift toward sodium batteries is gaining momentum as global demand for energy storage surges, particularly in electric vehicles and grid applications. While Chinese manufacturers have accelerated production and deployment, Western companies are still refining their approaches to scaling up this emerging technology. Industry analysts warn that delays in commercialization could allow China to dominate a critical segment of the next-generation battery market.
Western companies lag China in sodium battery race Financial Times
