For a long time, lithium-ion batteries have been powering up our smartphones, computers, and even our cars, which means that the tech world would crash without batteries. Most of those batteries are environmentally toxic because they hold metals, plastics, and chemicals that damage our planet.
How will batteries be used in the future? The future is uncertain, especially in this pandemic time, but a Silicon Valley-based company is currently performing a new battery made up of silicon. The main objective of this new battery is to develop cheaper electric vehicles and more precise fitness trackers. This silicon-based anode powder intends to replace the conventional graphite anodes in lithium-ion batteries in 4 more years. Why silicon? According to recent studies, silicon is less pollutant than those metals used to manufacture traditional batteries, plus this invention could eventually boost efficiency by 40%.
Reducing our plastic consumption is fabulous, but we must keep recycling our old batteries because even when silicon is more eco-friendly than plastics, both materials pollute our environment.
Even when some old gear may not have any reselling value, it is necessary to dispose of them properly; in this case, recycling our old batteries can be an excellent way to minimize the negative impact. In GreenTek Solutions, we can assist your company to get rid of your excess equipment safely and responsibly, so you will never experience any legal issue related to improper disposal practices.
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