Salient Energy

Salient Energy is a Canadian company based in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, that has developed an innovative alternative to lithium-ion batteries using zinc-ion technology. Unlike traditional lithium-ion batteries, Salient's zinc-ion batteries use cheap and abundant zinc instead of scarce and expensive metals like lithium or cobalt. The company's batteries are designed for stationary energy storage applications, offering advantages such as lower costs, increased safety, and easier recycling options. Salient Energy's zinc-ion batteries feature a water-based chemistry that eliminates the risk of fire and explosion, making them intrinsically safe. The company has made significant progress in developing and testing their technology, including completing safety testing with Underwriters Laboratories (UL) for their proprietary zinc-ion energy storage battery. Salient Energy aims to provide a scalable alternative to lithium-ion batteries for grid-scale energy storage, supporting the integration of renewable energy sources and Canada's decarbonization goals. The company is working towards commercialization, with plans to build a factory and begin pilot projects for residential energy storage applications.