Beyond disposal: Transforming e-waste into a resource through battery recycling
The rising issue of end-of-life spent lithium-ion batteries (Lithium-Ion Battery’s) arises from the widespread use of these batteries in everyday items like portable electronics, electric vehicles, and renewable energy storage systems worldwide. This surge in usage has led to a rapid increase in electronic waste (e-waste) generated from Lithium-Ion Batteries. For example, in 2025 there will be more than 1 billion electric cars on the road globally. In addition to this, global lithium‐ion battery demand will increase from 700 Gigawatt hours (GWh) in 2022 to 4 TWh by 2030 which amounts to $ 30 billion worth of investment needed for sustainable recycling globally over five years (2025-2030).
