Can Battery Recycling for Electric cars keep pace
Battery recycling for electric cars is not an easy business model. Whilst more US companies are interested in recycling of electric car batteries, a recent
Battery recycling for electric cars is not an easy business model. Whilst more US companies are interested in recycling of electric car batteries, a recent
New research into recycling lithium-ion batteries is being conducted by James Cook University (JCU) PhD Candidate, Emenike Okonkwo. “The method I’ve developed through my research
Decarbonizing transportation through greater use of electric vehicles is a major trend around the world. Lithium -ion batteries are also a critical component in developing
Ecobatt’s Battery Collection Service has almost 5,000 collection bins nationally with Australian retailers. Clearly it has never been more convenient for the public to recycle
This article talks about the current penetration of EV’s in the Australian market and the challenges of infrastructure when looked at from a UK perspective.
Article explains how the company addresses integrated recycling solutions
Ecobatt has visited and looked at the various technologies utilised by leading recycling companies in Europe and the US. The company has a policy of
Lithium-ion batteries will play a pivotal role in our future energy needs, however we still have a long way to go when it comes to
Australia’s peak recycling body has called for a national battery recycling scheme to tackle the growing problem seriously and prevent batteries from exploding in recycling
If you live in Victoria, households and businesses must recycle batteries after the state government banned all e-waste from landfill this year. The Victorian government
Lithium-ion batteries have had a poor recycling record for years, however a new report shows lithium-ion battery recycling is advancing much more than we think.
Battery recyclers will play an increasingly vital role in the future, as batteries power more and more parts of our lives. The battery market is
When batteries run out of power or are no longer usable, recycling them helps protect the environment and recover precious resources to reuse in new
Workplaces are taking recycling more seriously these days, but successful recycling programs hinge on staff engagement and making it as simple as possible. Companies and
Laptops are part of everyday life, whether it’s for study, work or personal use, but what do you do with laptop batteries when they run
When smartphone batteries reach the end of their useful life, they often end up in a drawer at home even though there are many advantages
Batteries are made up of metals, chemicals and other materials that may not seem reusable, however most things found in batteries can be recycled. Despite
Lithium batteries power our smartphones, laptops and many other devices every day, so it’s important that we recycle the finite resources within them. Despite their
Recycling mercury-containing waste goes a long way in protecting the environment, but did you know that there are additional benefits? Mercury is found in some
Lead-acid batteries help you start your car each day, but what happens to them once they run out of juice? These batteries, which can also
South Australia’s first big battery, the biggest lithium battery in the world, in fact, went online in December 2017. It was manufactured by Tesla, and
From Sydney to Geelong, through South Australia and Western Australia, libraries are getting in on the battery recycling act. Their focus is on the collection
You probably know that it’s a good idea to recycle your spent batteries, but are you aware of the many benefits resulting from battery recycling?
Less than 10% of batteries sold in Australia each year are recycled, with the rest ending up in landfill. That’s crazy, and not just from
What do Accor, Hilton, Crown, Mercure and Langham have in common? Sure, they’re all high profile hotel chains, but what most people don’t know is
Ecocycle Business Development Manager, Mr Daryl Moyle, recently presented to the battery recycling industry at a Lighting Council of Australia (LCA) hosted panel discussion. The
A recent report from CSIRO, Lithium battery recycling in Australia, found that a local lithium-ion battery recycling industry is both economically and environmentally achievable. The
Lithium batteries mainly comprise iron, cobalt, nickel, copper and aluminium. Despite their name, lithium only makes up 2-3% of the weight of the battery, in
Smoke alarms (or smoke detectors) are much like the millions of items of normal electrical and electronic waste that we generate each year. They are
A market research report from Million Insights predicts that in 2025 the global automotive battery market will be worth US$95.57 billion (AUD$129 billion). That will
Since lithium-ion batteries appeared on the market in 1991 they’ve revolutionised mobile computing, telecommunications and, increasingly, the delivery of electricity at grid scale. However, we
Batteries are a growing waste problem. While many millions of batteries are sold in Australia each year, less than 5% get recycled. That’s quite disturbing.
While most battery collection programs will accept most types of battery for recycling, nearly all of them will only take intact batteries. The reason is
Could Kwinana in Western Australia be to lithium what Silicon Valley is to information technology? With Australia being the world’s largest producer of lithium, a
In December 2017 Victoria’s Loy Yang power station ‘tripped’ and went off-line. Within a fraction of a second the world’s largest lithium-ion battery, based in
Victoria will ban all electronic waste (including batteries) from landfill from July 2019. Other states are also moving in the same direction. Rising to the
The hazards of disposing of batteries, particularly lithium batteries, in general waste have been highlighted by an increase in the number of fires in waste
Think of ‘cinemas’ and ‘recycling’ and the obvious things that come to mind are popcorn buckets and soft drink bottles. Coffee cups and choc-top wrappers
Think of ‘cinemas’ and ‘recycling’ and the obvious things that come to mind are popcorn buckets and soft drink bottles. Coffee cups and choc-top wrappers
It’s early days yet in the move from an oil-fuelled economy to one that runs on batteries, but analysts are looking into their crystal balls
A key to successful recycling is to make it as easy as possible for everyone to get involved. Ecocycle kept this ideal in mind when
Whether it’s a huge national park or a small local reserve, parks and gardens improve our wellbeing and play an important role in creating a
Battery-powered toys are so common we barely give them or, more specifically their batteries, a second thought. Generally, the batteries contained in toys do their
Batteries are used in dozens of devices around the home. While they deliver a high level of reliability and safety, they are not completely without
As a further demonstration of its commitment to battery recycling, Ecocycle has become a member of the Australian Battery Recycling Initiative (ABRI). Established in 2008,
Cadmium exposure has been linked to a large number of illnesses, including kidney and cardiovascular diseases and cancer. Yet, it is estimated that 90 tonnes
An increasing number of people are working on the move, often aided by technology. Laptops, tablet computers and mobile phones are pretty much standard tools
There are many different types of batteries, both in rechargeable and regular (single use) form. Often you don’t get a choice as to which sort
Across three chilling episodes of the ABC series War On Waste, Craig Reucassel lifted the lid on several of Australia’s dirty little secrets. Sorry, make
Local councils are often at the forefront of recycling, and for decades they’ve been doing a great job collecting paper, cardboard, jam jars, steel cans
Australian researchers are on the verge of producing a revolution in battery technology, promising to overcome the problems of exploding mobile phones and avoiding the
Lithium is the lightest of all metals, and that’s a key reason why lithium-based batteries are used in everything from phones to electric vehicles (EVs)
Wouldn’t it be great if recycling batteries, lighting waste and electronic waste (e-waste) was as easy as recycling our plastic bottles and newspapers? Unfortunately, that’s
A recent report from marketsandmarkets.com forecasts that the global battery recycling market will grow from US$8.1 billion in 2016 to US$11.83 billion by 2022, an
Are rechargeable batteries recyclable? The short answer is ‘yes’. Actually, that’s pretty much the long answer too. Rechargeable batteries are just as recyclable as their
A growing number of car manufacturers are incorporating electricity, in various ways, into their drivetrains. This has created new classes of vehicle with different battery
While pure electric vehicle (EV) sales have travelled a rocky road in Australia, it’s a different story for hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs). Just 219 EVs
When businesses set environmental targets it isn’t simply for the warm glow of doing something good for the planet. It’s also good for the bottom
One of the keys to boosting recycling is to make the whole process as simple as possible. When it comes to hand-held batteries, only a
Illuminated exit signs are a critical safety feature of most commercial buildings. If the power goes out or in an emergency, the light from these