Lithium-ion batteries are rechargeable energy storage devices that utilize lithium-ion electrolytes to facilitate the movement of lithium ions between the positive and negative electrodes during charging and discharging cycles.
The global lithium-ion battery market size was estimated at USD 54.4 billion in 2023 and is projected to register a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 20.3% from 2024 to 2030. Automotive sector is expected to witness significant growth owing to the low cost of lithium-ion batteries.
How will rising demand for lithium-ion batteries affect the battery industry?
Rising demand for substitutes, including sodium nickel chloride batteries, lithium-air flow batteries, lead acid batteries, and solid-state batteries, in electric vehicles, energy storage, and consumer electronics is expected to restrain the growth of the lithium-ion battery industry over the forecast period.
The consumer electronics segment led the market in 2023 and accounted for the largest revenue share of more than 31.0%. Portable batteries are incorporated in portable devices and consumer electronic products.
A decline in the demand for lead-acid batteries, owing to EPA regulations on lead contamination and resulting environmental hazards coupled with regulations on lead-acid battery storage, disposal, and recycling, has led to an increase in the demand for Li-ion batteries in automobiles.
In terms of revenue, the LCO segment accounted for the largest market share of over 30.0% in 2023. High demand for LCO batteries in mobile phones, tablets, laptops, and cameras, on account of their high energy density and high safety level, is expected to augment segment growth over the forecast period.
What is lithium ion battery used for?
Li-ion batteries are also utilized for providing backup power supply for commercial buildings, data centers, and institutions. Also, lithium-ion battery is preferred for energy storage in residential solar PV systems. These factors will boost the growth of energy storage applications over the forecast period.