Energy

Energy and transition: batteries and storage, solar panels and renewables, nuclear and fusion, power grids and energy efficiency. Electric vehicles fall under the Transport category.

Energy LFP batteries dominate the market, but recycling remains an economic puzzle LFP batteries, cheaper to produce and cobalt- and nickel-free, now account for 61% of the global market in 2026. But recycling them costs more than the value of the recovered materials, posing a major challenge for the circular economy. September 7, 2026

Solar panels: 90%+ recycled after 25 years in France

In France, end-of-life solar panels don’t end up in landfills. An organized sector collects and recycles over 90% of them, with a free service for individuals funded by manufacturers. August 30, 2026

Self-reforming plastic breaks down at 90 °C, then reassembles

UK researchers developed a plastic that decomposes into gas at 90 °C and reforms at room temperature. A breakthrough paving the way for easier-to-recycle materials without heavy chemical processes. August 29, 2026