<ul><li>U.S. researchers at the UChicago Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering are developing an EV battery without 'forever chemicals' such as per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).</li><li>Current lithium-ion EV batteries contain PFAS, which can contaminate the environment and pose health hazards.</li><li>The researchers have designed a non-fluorinated solvent, free of PFAS, for the battery electrolyte, resulting in better ion-pairing and improved performance.</li><li>The goal is to address environmental concerns at the design stage and ensure proper handling of end-of-life EV batteries.</li></ul>

U.S. Researchers Are Developing An EV Battery Without ‘Forever Chemicals’

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