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Taiwanese company ProLogium, backed by Mercedes-Benz, says it has begun producing large-format solid-state battery cells at a gigawatt-capable facility in Taoyuan. The company’s Gen 3.5 cell has a stated energy density of approximately 381 Wh/kg, while ProLogium plans to expand production in Taiwan and France.
Nine U.S. states have passed legislation making it easier to use plug-in solar power kits, opening a new market for renters and residents of multifamily buildings. Adoption remains tied to electrical safety, the positions of landlords and utilities, and the availability of equipment with reliable certification.