MAGAZINES

02/03/2026

ELBC 2026 (European Lead Battery Conference) is already generating momentum in the global battery and lead sector with the release of the event’s key dates and official updates. With an open call for academic papers, an international award, and strong demand for exhibition space, the 2026 edition is expected to bring together companies, researchers, and strategic industry leaders.

01/26/2026

While the world races after Lithium, Brazil has just proven that the next frontier of energy storage may carry a Bazilian accent. USP (Sao Paulo State University) has developed a functional, rechargeable Niobium battery with 3 volts that operates outside the laboratory and, most importantly, the prototype has already entered real industrial testing.

12/10/2025

The Brazilian Government launched the National Plan to Prevent Lead Contamination. Pb-S.AMERICA joined the first meeting and highlighted the importance of upcoming regulations for the battery and recycling industry. Updates will follow in February 2026.

12/09/2025

The 2026 edition of the ELBC European Lead Battery Conference & Exhibition is now officially underway.

09/22/2025

ntares stood out at ISLC and ABC 2025 in Malaysia, presenting the EcoSlag project — an initiative that turns waste into sustainable solutions for the global industry.

09/15/2025

Quality control with advanced techniques, innovation projects, and standardized testing guiding decisions and opening new opportunities.

09/08/2025

Representatives of the Chinese company Contemporary Amperex Technology Limited (CATL), the world leader in battery manufacturing, met in Brasília with the Minister of Mines and Energy (MME), Alexandre Silveira, to strengthen a partnership aimed at boosting domestic battery production.

08/12/2025

The global battery industry stands at a transformative crossroads, driven by technological innovation and an increasing demand for sustainable energy solutions. Within this dynamic landscape, Women in the Global Battery Industry (WGBI) emerges as a vital force, dedicated to advancing women's participation and leadership across all sectors of the battery industry.