Batteries2 days agoGoing with the flow: Renewable energy battery breakthroughA 3D-printed battery designed at Queen's University Belfast could speed up energy storage research. 2 days ago6 days agoWatch: E-bike battery explodes at recycling centreLithium batteries found in e-bikes can be extremely hazardous if damaged or crushed.6 days ago8 days agoSerious bin lorry fire prompts barbecue warning A Wychavon councillor says "doing the right thing helps protect staff, vehicles, local services".8 days ago1 Jul 2026Battery disposal warning after bin lorry fireThe fire was caused by a lithium battery incorrectly disposed in household waste, the council says.1 Jul 202625 Jun 2026Power banks and vapes now biggest fire risk on planesLithium battery fires are the number one safety risk to aircraft, yet the number of devices found in hold bags has nearly doubled in a year. 25 Jun 202619 Jun 2026Battery recycling warning after spate of firesA fire chief issues the warning after three blazes linked to batteries in recent days.19 Jun 202619 Jun 2026Firm's joy at agreeing US aluminium contractBridgnorth Aluminium, which employs 368 people, says it has signed a five-year deal.19 Jun 202627 May 2026Public warned after discarded batteries spark firesHouseholders are being urged not to put batteries and vapes in their bins.27 May 202620 May 2026Why batteries in our bins are a burning issueOne contractor says rising costs associated with the fires could be passed on to taxpayers.20 May 2026...
