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UK scientists from the University of Bristol and the UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) have been developing a pioneering diamond battery powered by carbon-14 that could generate electricity for thousands of years. The battery offers a long-lasting, low-maintenance, and sustainable power source with potential uses in medical devices, remote systems,

Lithium-ion batteries are used in many everyday devices, including smartphones, laptops, e-bikes and electric vehicles. While they provide efficient and reliable power, they can pose serious safety risks if damaged, overheated or improperly charged. Understanding how these batteries operate, what can cause them to overheat, and the safety advice firefighters

Batteries are an essential part of everyday life, powering the devices we rely on daily, and they become even more important when travelling, making it vital to handle and carry them safely. When travelling carrying batteries requires careful adherence to airline and safety regulations.https://firechiefglobal.com/flying-with-lithium-ion-batteries-what-uk-travellers-need-to-know/

With several red weather warnings confirmed this week the hot weather can be tough on batteries—whether in phones, laptops, cars, or power tools. Excess heat speeds up chemical reactions inside batteries, which can damage them or even create safety risks. Here are some practical battery safety tips for hot weather:

The UK government has recently approved funding for an exciting new lithium‑ion battery recycling project—still in its early stages, but full of promise for the future. Discover more here.https://batteriesnews.com/uk-government-funds-battery-recycling-consortium/

This will be the first World Cup where battery storage helps keep Britain watching, proving how far the UK’s energy system has evolved. As millions tune in simultaneously, putting pressure on the grid, large-scale batteries will step in to store excess energy and release it when demand spikes—ensuring reliable power