I think there will be a place for similar, low temperature processes that tolerate an intermittent supply of electricity. At least, for a while.
Form Energy, the Iron-Air battery people, are working on something similar, which shouldn't be a surprise, with the rusting/unrusting tech.
I think the new demand for various metals, Lithium, rare earths, etc., will revive a lot of dormant technology. This electrochemical approach, and also specialty materials with affinities for specific ions.
Brazil is the 2nd largest exporter of iron ore, and I'm guessing they get a good price on solar panels via BRICS, without a tariff. Good for them. Now they can export steel.
I think there will be a place for similar, low temperature processes that tolerate an intermittent supply of electricity. At least, for a while.
Form Energy, the Iron-Air battery people, are working on something similar, which shouldn't be a surprise, with the rusting/unrusting tech.
I think the new demand for various metals, Lithium, rare earths, etc., will revive a lot of dormant technology. This electrochemical approach, and also specialty materials with affinities for specific ions.
Brazil is the 2nd largest exporter of iron ore, and I'm guessing they get a good price on solar panels via BRICS, without a tariff. Good for them. Now they can export steel.