Redivivus, a leading innovator in lithium-ion battery (LIB) recycling, has partnered with Re-New-Able Technologies to establish Illinois’ first battery recycling facility. The facility will focus on addressing the increasing demand for safe, sustainable battery disposal and recycling, while also supporting the state’s growing clean energy sector.
Addressing Growing Need for Safe and Efficient Battery Recycling
This partnership will leverage Re-New-Able Technologies’ base in Hazel Crest, Illinois, and combine it with Redivivus’ proprietary Redi-Shred process to address the state’s growing need for efficient recycling methods. The facility will accept batteries of any charge or health condition, including those from local businesses, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), and auto wrecking yards. This approach will help alleviate logistical challenges and enable easier collaboration with automotive OEMs and battery manufacturers in Illinois.
Redi-Shred Technology Revolutionizes Battery Disposal
The heart of the project is the Redi-Shred technology, a modular process that enables the safe and cost-effective processing of damaged or defective batteries. The Redi-Shred system freezes, shreds, and neutralizes hazardous materials from Class 9 Hazmat to a safe slurry, making the batteries suitable for transport and recycling. By establishing modular units closer to the feedstock suppliers, Redivivus and Re-New-Able aim to streamline the recycling process and reduce costs.
Strengthening Illinois’ Role in Clean Energy and Battery Recycling
Through this collaboration, the two companies will set new industry standards for the recycling of lithium-ion batteries. By improving material recovery, logistics, and minimizing the environmental impact, the project will provide Illinois with a leading position in clean energy innovation. The recycling facility is designed to create a scalable blueprint for future battery recycling efforts, promoting sustainability within the industry.
Localized Recycling to Minimize Costs and Enhance Safety
In addition to addressing the safety and logistical challenges of battery recycling, this project will significantly reduce costs by localizing operations. As Redivivus CEO Erika Guerrero explains, localizing the process will enhance the availability of black mass sources in the U.S., which are currently scarce. With this facility, the partnership will uphold the highest safety standards while managing the growing amount of battery waste generated across industries.
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