# World Power Battery Conference in Yibin > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/world-power-battery-conference-in-yibin > Updated: 2026-09-08T11:35:00.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2. The 2026 World Power Battery Conference was scheduled to take place in Yibin, Sichuan Province, from September 3 to 4. The event, hosted by the Sichuan Provincial People's Government, aimed to facilitate international cooperation among over 120 companies, including industry leaders such as Tesla, CATL, and BYD. Spain was designated as the guest of honor, with participation expected from Germany and South Korea. Following the commencement of the conference, several technological advancements and industry trends were highlighted. Data presented indicated significant improvements in lithium-powered battery technology, including driving ranges increasing to 1,000 kilometers, charging times dropping to approximately 10 minutes, and a 90% reduction in battery costs. During the event, eight new power battery technologies for the 2025–2026 period were unveiled, such as hybrid solid-liquid batteries and high-safety energy storage batteries. Experts noted that ensuring battery safety across its entire lifecycle has become a primary development trend in the industry. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-08: World Power Battery Conference opens in Yibin, China The 2026 World Power Battery Conference in Yibin, China, showcased advancements in ultra-fast charging, increased battery range, and new hybrid solid-liquid battery technologies. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/world-power-battery-conference-opens-in-yibin-china ### 2026-08-20: World Power Battery Conference to be held in Yibin, China The 2026 World Power Battery Conference will be held in Yibin, China, from September 3-4, featuring industry giants like Tesla, CATL, and BYD to discuss global energy transition and battery technology. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/world-power-battery-conference-to-be-held-in-yibin-china --- Cite as: World Power Battery Conference in Yibin. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/world-power-battery-conference-in-yibin