Decarbonizing Transport and Energy - IDTechEx at Innovation Zero
Innovation Zero 2026 highlighted rapid progress in sustainable aviation fuel, maritime electrification, and nuclear power. Lighthouse Fuels announced a carbon‑negative SAF plant slated for 2031, positioning it as Europe’s largest second‑generation SAF project. Marine Zero showcased data‑driven services to help ship owners plan electric propulsion and shore‑side charging. Assystem emphasized its expanding role in the UK’s nuclear SMR market, leveraging engineering expertise across the full reactor lifecycle.
The Growth of Graphene and Revolutionary CNTs with IDTechEx
IDTechEx forecasts the graphene market to hit $1 billion by 2032, while highlighting the material’s diverse forms and the standardization challenges that hinder rapid adoption. Multi‑wall carbon nanotubes (CNTs) are experiencing commercial growth, driven by demand for conductive additives in lithium‑ion...
Join Our Webinar on EV Li-Ion Batteries
IDTechEx will host a live webinar on May 14, 2026, focusing on emerging lithium‑ion cell chemistries, pack trends, and evolving supply chains for electric‑vehicle batteries. Presenter Daniel Parr, a technology analyst, will examine battery requirements, compare chemistry advantages, and discuss...
EV Li-Ion Batteries Market Set to Reach US$320 Billion by 2036
The global lithium‑ion battery market for electric vehicles is forecast to grow from $170 billion in 2026 to $320 billion by 2036, a 6.5% CAGR. Growth is driven by booming BEV sales in China, rising adoption in Europe, and a projected 4,500 GWh...
Outlook for Wide Bandgap Semiconductors: Explainer Video
The IDTechEx explainer video reviews the outlook for wide‑bandgap semiconductors—silicon carbide (SiC) and gallium nitride (GaN)—and their expanding role in power electronics for data centers, renewable‑energy systems, and electric vehicles. It outlines the current state of commercialization and presents a...
The $320Bn Li-Ion Battery Market for EVs in 2036 (Video)
IDTechEx released a video projecting the global lithium‑ion battery market for electric vehicles to reach roughly $320 billion by 2036. The forecast assumes a compound annual growth rate of about 15 % as EV sales expand across passenger cars, commercial trucks, buses...
Join Our Webinar on Battery Technologies for Off-Highway Machines
IDTechEx is hosting a 30‑minute webinar on May 7, 2026 about battery technologies for off‑highway machines in construction, agriculture and mining. Senior Technology Analyst Pranav Jaswani will present findings from the firm’s 2026‑2036 research report, covering market drivers, machine demands, current battery activity...
Join Our Expert Webinar on Humanoid Robots in Industry
IDTechEx is hosting a 30‑minute webinar on April 30, 2026, led by technology analyst Shihao Fu, to examine the market readiness, ROI, and ten‑year outlook for humanoid robots in industry. The session notes a transition from prototype demos to structured...
Power Electronics Market to Exceed US$65 Billion by 2036
The IDTechEx report projects the global power‑electronics market to climb from $25.5 billion in 2026 to $65.2 billion by 2036, a 10% compound annual growth rate. Wide‑bandgap semiconductors—silicon carbide (SiC) and gallium nitride (GaN)—are gaining traction, with SiC set to dominate electric‑vehicle...
Cooling Off with Thermal Management - Electric Cars to Data Centers
Thermal management is emerging as a critical cross‑industry focus as electric vehicles (EVs) and high‑performance data centers scale. IDTechEx’s latest research outlines the key materials—pads, gels, silicones for interfaces and ceramics, mica, aerogels for fire protection—used to keep EV batteries,...
Finding the Best Batteries for Electric Off-Highway Machines
Off‑highway sectors such as construction, agriculture and mining are accelerating electrification, with OEMs like Caterpillar, John Deere and Volvo backing the shift. IDTechEx’s updated 2026‑2036 report projects the global off‑highway battery market to expand to over 45 GWh by 2036, driven by...
Will IME Be the Path for Printed Electronics to Break Into Automotives
In‑mold electronics (IME) is gaining traction in the automotive sector after Kronos Mechatronics captured the LOPEC 2026 Startup Award for Best Business Potential. At LOPEC 2026, several IME firms showcased how conductive traces can replace traditional wiring, delivering lighter, lower‑cost interiors and...
Clean Energy Driving the Uptake of Ion Exchange Membranes
Ion exchange membranes, essential for green hydrogen, fuel cells and carbon capture, are set to drive a booming market that will surpass $2.9 billion in annual revenue by 2035, according to IDTechEx. Innovations such as ultrathin films, composite reinforcement, co‑extrusion and...
Outlook for Electric Vehicle Battery Materials: Video
IDTechEx analyst Daniel Parr released a video outlining the near‑term outlook for electric‑vehicle battery materials. He highlights accelerating demand for lithium, nickel and cobalt, while noting supply constraints and the rise of recycling and solid‑state technologies. The analysis also points...
Can US Innovation Shift the Second-Life EV Battery Landscape?
The United States lags behind China and the EU in second‑life EV battery deployment due to weak federal policy, costly UL certification, and limited battery supply. A partnership between AI‑infrastructure firm Crusade and recycler Redwood has built the world’s largest...