Fluoride-ion batteries: The future of high-energy, safe, and sustainable energy storage

Shakila Akter; Nur Mohammad Badhon; Dil Mohammad; Md. Abid; Razu Shahazi; Md. Rahim Uddin; Md. Mahmud Alam

doi:10.59400/mtr3084

Fluoride-ion batteries: The future of high-energy, safe, and sustainable energy storage

Shakila Akter Department of Chemical Engineering, Z. H. Sikder University of Science and Technology (ZHSUST), Shariatpur 8024, Bangladesh
Nur Mohammad Badhon Department of Chemical Engineering, Z. H. Sikder University of Science and Technology (ZHSUST), Shariatpur 8024, Bangladesh
Dil Mohammad Department of Chemical Engineering, Z. H. Sikder University of Science and Technology (ZHSUST), Shariatpur 8024, Bangladesh
Md. Abid Department of Chemical Engineering, Z. H. Sikder University of Science and Technology (ZHSUST), Shariatpur 8024, Bangladesh
Razu Shahazi Department of Chemical Engineering, Z. H. Sikder University of Science and Technology (ZHSUST), Shariatpur 8024, Bangladesh
Md. Rahim Uddin
1 Department of Chemical Engineering, Z. H. Sikder University of Science and Technology (ZHSUST), Shariatpur 8024, Bangladesh
2 Department of Chemical Engineering, College of Environmental Science and Forestry, State University of New York, Syracuse, NY 13210, USA
Md. Mahmud Alam Department of Chemical Engineering, Z. H. Sikder University of Science and Technology (ZHSUST), Shariatpur 8024, Bangladesh

Article ID: 3084

Keywords: fluoride-ion batteries, energy storage, high energy density, sustainable materials, ionic conductivity, cycling stability, corrosion resistance, electric vehicles, portable electronics, next-generation batteries

Abstract

Fluoride-ion batteries (FIBs) are emerging as a potential alternative to lithium-ion batteries, offering higher energy densities, improved safety, and the use of more abundant and sustainable materials. Recent advancements in fluoride-ion technology have focused on addressing key challenges, such as the low ionic conductivity of fluoride and the development of suitable electrode materials. Researchers have made progress in creating electrolytes that stabilize fluoride ions during charging and discharging, leading to prototypes with enhanced cycling stability and energy capacity compared to earlier models. However, issues like corrosion and the need for more efficient energy storage remain significant barriers. Ongoing research is dedicated to finding novel materials that can improve conductivity, as well as to developing corrosion-resistant components that will enhance the longevity and safety of fluoride-ion batteries. Additionally, improving the overall energy efficiency and scalability of production is crucial for future commercialization. If these challenges are successfully overcome, fluoride-ion batteries could offer a transformative solution for high-energy applications, including electric vehicles, portable electronics, and large-scale grid energy storage. As research progresses, fluoride-ion batteries hold the potential to become a key technology in the quest for more sustainable, high-performance energy storage systems.

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2025-09-16

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Akter, S., Badhon, N. M., Mohammad, D., Abid, M., Shahazi, R., Uddin, M. R., & Alam, M. M. (2025). Fluoride-ion batteries: The future of high-energy, safe, and sustainable energy storage. Materials Technology Reports, 3(2). https://doi.org/10.59400/mtr3084

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