What is the future of lead batteries? And is Stryten betting its future on lead or lithium? The ever-increasing availability of new battery technologies on the market often raises those two critical questions.

As for the question of the future of lead batteries, lead will continue to play a critical role in powering vehicles, markets and industries. Some in the industry have looked at newer technologies as a potential replacement for lead batteries, but we believe multiple battery technologies are needed to meet the growing demand for energy storage solutions. The trends and facts below provide plenty of reasons not to overlook lead when planning for the next century of innovations.

In response to the second question, Stryten’s approach will always be focused on our customers. Our first priority is to identify each customer’s need, and then find the best solution for that need, regardless of technology. We are not betting our future on any one solution. Instead, we believe the future will involve great battery technology, which will include multiple solutions, depending on customer needs.

Market trends for innovative lead batteries:

• The electric vehicle market continues to grow, and with it, so does the need for lead batteries to provide critical backup power for safety features such as power steering and braking systems. Additionally, the rise of electric devices in modern vehicles for infotainment systems and safety features, like lane departure sensors and brake assist, requires more robust batteries to keep up with the greater demand for power.
• As large distribution centers experience growth and higher demand, lead batteries in motive power applications must stand up to heavy duty performance requirements. When combined with fast charging capabilities, lead batteries provide greater energy efficiencies and more uptime. 
• Network power applications used for backup power by telecommunications, utilities and data center providers depend on lead batteries. These providers have come to rely on this proven technology because of their reliability, thermal runaway safety, lower total cost of ownership and resiliency to power critical infrastructure, often in tough environmental conditions.
• The demand for energy storage continues to grow as more renewable energy sources come online.  Renewable energy is a key component in reducing our dependence on fossil fuels and shrinking our carbon footprint. Lead batteries offer a cost-effective option in storing energy generated by renewable sources such as solar and wind.