# Sodium-ion batteries: a potential game-changer beyond lithium

Researchers are advancing sodium-ion battery technology as a cheaper, more abundant alternative to lithium-ion batteries. This development could significantly reduce reliance on scarce lithium resources and transform energy storage for electric vehicles and renewable energy grids.

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## Sources

### Science
- [Nature](https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-026-02150-y) — 2026-07-15