This shift is compelling OEMs and battery integrators to invest heavily in sodium-ion battery integration technologies, spurring substantial market growth. The objective of SI 2030 is to develop specific and quantifiable research, development, and deployment. . The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) is an intergovernmental organisation that supports countries in their transition to a sustainable energy future, and serves as the principal platform for international co-operation, a centre of excellence, and a repository of policy, technology. . The primary growth factor for this market is the rapid advancement in sodium-ion battery technology, which is increasingly being adopted as a viable alternative to lithium-ion batteries due to its lower cost, abundant raw material availability, and enhanced safety profile. A significant driver for. . The reliance on sodium sourced from soda ash supports environmentally friendly practices that avoid the energy-intensive process that is often associated with lithium mining.