Solid-state batteries: Are they the future?

Today's electric vehicles and smart devices rely on lithium-ion batteries.

They're great, but some have limitations on charging times and space.

Meet the game-changer: the solid-state battery.

It uses a solid electrolyte such as ceramic or polymer to unleash a wave of benefits that could revolutionize energy storage.

Why is this the future?

First, they offer much higher energy density. That means a smaller, lighter battery can store up to twice the energy, giving your EV a much longer range.

Second, they promise ultra-fast charging—it takes just minutes to power up.

Third, the non-flammable solid electrolyte is safer by almost eliminating the risk of thermal runaway and fires.

For electric vehicles, this translates to mass adoption, making range anxiety a thing of the past.

For consumer electronics, it means slimmer designs and all-day power.

And for the energy grid, it offers safer, more reliable storage.

Top companies worldwide—from Toyota to QuantumScape—are racing to overcome the final challenges, like manufacturing cost and scale.

GLC Recycle is well positioned for the future; as battery designs evolve, so do our battery recycling systems as we work toward a cleaner greener future.

GLC Recycle is a Singapore-based innovator in sustainable battery recycling, using green, low-carbon processes to recover and reintegrate critical raw materials into the value chain.

It holds multiple certifications including ISO 9001 Quality Management System, ISO 14001 Environmental Management System, ISO 45001 Occupational Health & Safety Management System, R2v3 Standard for sustainable electronic recycling and UL-2809 Verified recycled content.