Lithium Battery fires incidence becoming a daily occurrence.

Australia could lead the way with lithium-ion battery recycling, says CSIRO report

The incidence of fires caused by overheating of lithium batteries is becoming a daily occurrence.  Currently Australia lacks a dedicated lithium recycling facility.  Just 10% of Australia’s lithium battery waste is being recycled. Transporting lithium batteries overseas is a dangerous business.  In 2023 a cargo ship containing lithium batteries for recycling caught fire off the […]

Recycling car batteries still a challenge.

Recycling electric car batteries: How to recycle EV, HEV, PHEV and eBike batteries

Despite the wide variety of demand estimates, the future growth of EV vehicles is assured.  More economies are now transitioning to renewable energy.  In Australia economic conditions have seen the demand slow for new vehicles as families battle with cost-of-living pressures.  In Europe the market has seen an excess of stock of imported Chinese EVs.  […]

Use of Lithium-ion batteries booming.

Undoubtedly use of Lithium-ion batteries(LIBs) is booming in Australia. A recent paper by the CSIRO highlighted the importance of managing the growing waste stream. Currently Australia is producing 3,300 tonnes of lithium-ion battery waste each year. Only 10% of Australia’s lithium-ion battery waste was recycled in 2021. This compares with 99% of lead acid battery […]

Lithium-ion batteries, safety and peace of mind are paramount.

Lithium-ion battery

When it comes to Lithium-ion batteries safety and peace of mind are paramount.  The growing popularity of e-scooters and e-bikes as a form of urban transport has taken off around Australia. Micro or urban mobility is the new catchcry for the under 35’s who have embraced it as a major source of transport.  A recent […]

Battery Stewardship Council Announces Early Review of B-cycle Scheme.

/BSC announces review

The Battery Stewardship Council (BSC) has announced an early review of the current B-cycle battery scheme.  Initially set for reauthorisation by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) in September 2025. Due to economic pressures and mounting frustration from collectors and recyclers, this review is being expedited to before the end of 2024. A reduction […]

Growth of battery recycling being realised

Growth of battery recycling being realised

In Australia the growth of the fledgling battery recycling industry is starting to be realised. Currently the national recycling rate of household batteries is estimated at 12%.  This compares with Europe which is currently running at over 60%.  Whilst our industry is in its infancy the  global challenges of recycling  lithium-ion batteries is only now […]

Demand for Lithium-ion Batteries grows

Lithium-ion Batteries

As the demand for lithium-ion batteries grows managing their end-of-life recycling is an increasingly important issue for manufacturers, and suppliers. Particularly, sectors such as electric vehicles, stationary energy storage, and consumer electronics  who are all experiencing dramatic growth. Recyclers are turning their attention to extracting valuable metals with the prospects of re-using those materials in […]

The importance of recycling EV batteries is slowly being recognised

Battery collection Container

The importance of recycling EV batteries is slowly being recognised throughout the world.  Companies along the battery supply chain are investing billions of dollars in recycling capabilities.  Furthermore, they are confronting projected shortages of the raw materials that will power the next generation of electric vehicles. Importantly, a recent article in the Financial Review outlined […]

The BSC calls for a national plan.

Recycling electric car batteries: How to recycle EV, HEV, PHEV and eBike batteries

The Battery Stewardship Council has called for a national plan on used EV Batteries.  Libby Chaplin, CEO of the BSC, has outlined the need for a national stewardship plan. This will complement the take back schemes that some EV car brands have adopted. The national Electric Vehicle Strategy released in April, identified the importance of battery […]

Recycling Lithium-ion Batteries

Could grinding up Lithium batteries help recycle them

Recycling Lithium-ion batteries is becoming a more important initiative for many of the world’s largest companies.  The increasing usage of mobile phones, laptops and wireless technology means that efficiently recycling of lithium-ion is all important. New research shows that grinding up old batteries might lead to a low-energy way to recycle the lithium and other […]

Recycling old batteries to work as new

Recycled battery materials can work as well as new ones

Recycling old batteries to work as new might sound unrealistic but new independent tests show it can be done.  Redwood Materials, a US specialist recycling company believes that using cathodes can revolutionise the process.  How much power a battery holds, and how long it lasts, depends on its lattice of metallic atoms-how well it can […]

Are rechargeable batteries recyclable?

Are rechargeable batteries recyclable?

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 non-rechargeable counterparts. In fact, good old 12-volt lead-acid car batteries enjoy a higher rate of recycling, over 95% in some countries, than any other type of battery. Waste-reduction champions Rechargeable […]