Collaborating on Efficient Graphite Recycling
EMR, a U.K.-based recycling firm, has partnered with the University of Birmingham to improve graphite recovery from electric vehicle (EV) batteries. This collaboration is part of the Faraday Institution’s Industry Sprint program. Graphite, a crucial component of EV batteries, also plays a vital role in industries like steelmaking and brake linings. Despite traditional focus on recovering lithium, cobalt, and nickel, graphite is now gaining attention due to its high volume in EV batteries.
Technological Advancements in Battery Recycling
The collaboration aims to develop efficient methods for recovering graphite, supporting both the EV industry and the wider circular economy. As the demand for EVs grows, so does the need for scalable and environmentally-friendly recycling solutions. EMR’s previous success in the Recovas project and the opening of its Coventry-based Battery Recycling Centre demonstrate the company’s leadership in battery recycling technology.
New Facilities Boost EV Battery Recycling Capacity
EMR recently opened its Battery Recycling Centre in Coventry, processing over 2,000 metric tons of EV batteries annually. The center handles battery viability assessments and onsite shredding, making it a key facility for reuse and recycling. In Hamburg, EMR collaborated with Northvolt, Europe’s leading battery manufacturer, to open a similar plant in late 2023. These facilities aim to increase recycling capacity, reduce waste, and further integrate the circular economy.
Innovation Drives Sustainability in EV Battery Recycling
Roger Morton, Managing Director of Technology and Innovation at EMR, emphasized the importance of developing cost-effective, environmentally sustainable methods for graphite recovery. With growing demand for EV batteries, the need for innovative solutions to recover graphite and other materials efficiently becomes crucial for maintaining a sustainable supply chain in the EV market.
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