The trouble with China’s bigger, better batteries
- Posted on October 1, 2026
- By Financial Times
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China's battery technology has emerged as a transformative force in the global energy sector, establishing unprecedented dominance in manufacturing and innovation. As nations worldwide accelerate their transition toward renewable energy and electric vehicles, Beijing's strategic investments in battery development have positioned the country at the forefront of this critical industry. However, this technological supremacy raises important questions about supply chain dependencies, geopolitical implications, and the environmental sustainability of rapid battery production scaling.
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