Panasonic Energy develops solid-state battery that can operate at 150 degrees Celsius https://t.co/gOa8AE3QLj https://t.co/gOa8AE3QLj

By: ReutersTech

Published: 2026-09-10T04:17:17.862716Z

Last Updated: 2026-09-10T04:17:17.862718Z

Category: Science & Technology

The battery is engineered to operate at temperatures as high as 150 degrees Celsius, according to the company.

Solid-state batteries replace the flammable liquid electrolyte used in many conventional lithium-ion cells with a solid material, potentially improving safety and durability.

The technology could be useful in demanding environments, including industrial equipment, aerospace applications and other systems exposed to intense heat.

Panasonic Energy, a major battery supplier and part of Japan’s Panasonic Group, has not indicated that the technology is ready for mass production or provided a commercial launch timeline.

The company’s announcement reflects a broader industry push to develop batteries that offer greater energy density, improved safety and longer operating lifespans. Solid-state designs remain difficult and expensive to manufacture at scale, however, and researchers continue to face challenges involving performance, reliability and production costs.