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🗞️ Driving the news: Climate tech continues to surge, with significant progress in batteries, nuclear energy, and materials
• The next few years will be crucial for determining which emerging technologies succeed in the race to tackle climate change
🔭 The context: Battery technology has dominated climate innovation, with alternative battery types like sodium-ion and solid-state on the brink of commercialization
• Simultaneously, nuclear energy is gaining renewed attention, with companies aiming to deploy advanced reactor designs
• Material sourcing and recycling are also becoming critical as demand for rare earth metals increases
🌍 Why it matters for the planet: Breakthroughs in batteries, nuclear power, and sustainable materials are essential for reducing carbon emissions and supporting renewable energy infrastructure, key to limiting global warming
⏭️ What's next: As we approach milestones like the 10-year anniversary of the Paris Agreement, the race to commercialize climate tech will intensify, shaping the future of energy, transportation, and materials
💬 One quote: "We need zero-emissions options that are able to generate electricity 24-7. Nuclear fits that bill," wrote Casey Crownhart
📈 One stat: The world needs to accelerate battery deployment significantly to meet climate goals
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