Recording of Monday, June 22, 2026 | The smarter E Europe Conferences 2026 | Conference Program | Language: English | Duration: 11:01 .

Advancements in Energy Storage Technologies in Asia

Energy storage sales in Asian markets are rapidly increasing, driven by innovations from companies like Electroder, which specializes in battery development and manufacturing across automotive and industrial sectors. The capacity of battery cells has been enhanced, with notable improvements such as the jump from 280 mAh to 340 mAh, achieved through refined production techniques. Anticipations for the future include the emergence of cells exceeding 500 mAh post-2024. Larger battery cells are gaining popularity due to lower initial costs and reduced maintenance; however, they also pose safety and lifespan challenges. Current manufacturing practices require strict controls to maintain uniformity, as increased cell size can lead to decreased cycle life. While manufacturers claim their cells endure over 10,000 cycles, actual performance often varies due to various aging mechanisms affecting cells. Innovations in software tools have enabled better predictions of capacity loss under different conditions, facilitating improved decision-making for manufacturers and users alike.

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Speaker

Dr. Yao Wu
General Manager, Europe
Electroder
Germany

Talk of session: Battery Storage Technology: What Next?

The rapid expansion of utility-scale and commercial battery storage is pushing technological innovation beyond today's conventional lithium-ion solutions. New cell designs and new battery chemistries, such as sodium-ion, are entering the market while system designs are evolving with innovative power electronics, system architectures and control strategies. Together, these innovations help reduce cost, boost energy density and efficiency, and improve ROI across the globe through optimized operations and increased life spans. This session will present cutting-edge developments and discuss which technologies are most likely to shape the next generation of battery energy storage.

Further Talks of this session:

From Lithium to Sodium: Opportunities and Challenges in Terms of Cost, Safety, and Sustainability

Speaker

Andreas Pesl
Head of Energy Storage Systems
EDAG Engineering GmbH
Germany

To Talk

Closing the Loop: How Next-Gen BMS Turns Monitoring Into Action

Speaker

Urs Kalt
Product Manager
Munich Electrification
Germany

To Talk

Advances in Predictive Control of Modular Multi-String BESS for Improved Efficiency and Lifetime Profitability

Speaker

Melina Graner
Research Associate
Technische Universität München
Germany

To Talk

Q&A

To Talk