China’s New Rubbing Tech Recycles Dead Batteries Without Fire, Fumes, Waste With more and more electric vehicles, gadgets, and solar energy systems being used worldwide, the issue of how to dispose of dead batteries has become a pressing concern. Traditional methods of battery recycling often involve fire, fumes, and the generation of harmful waste, posing […]
Ultrasound tech reveals fire-causing defects in EV and phone batteries in seconds
Ultrasound Tech Reveals Fire-Causing Defects in EV and Phone Batteries in Seconds As battery-related fires increase globally, a new method developed by researchers at Drexel University could revolutionize the detection of fire-causing defects in electric vehicle (EV) and phone batteries. With the ever-growing demand for safer and more efficient energy storage solutions, this breakthrough in […]
Ultra-precise US nano scans help revive dead EV batteries with pinpoint recyclingÂ
Ultra-Precise US Nano Scans Help Revive Dead EV Batteries with Pinpoint Recycling Lithium-ion batteries power everything from electric cars to grid storage. Nearly all the world’s electric vehicles (EVs) run on lithium-ion batteries, making them a crucial component in the transition to a greener, more sustainable future. However, as these batteries age, they lose their […]
50-million-year-old bacteria could be the future of clean battery recycling
50-Million-Year-Old Bacteria: The Future of Clean Battery Recycling What if the breakthrough in battery recycling wasn’t high-tech—but prehistoric? As the world braces for a surge in electronic waste from old batteries, a surprising solution may lie in 50-million-year-old bacteria. This ancient microorganism, found in the depths of the ocean, has shown remarkable abilities to break […]
Tesla co-founder’s firm to recycle old batteries for rare earths to beat China curbs
Tesla Co-Founder’s Firm to Recycle Old Batteries for Rare Earths to Beat China Curbs Shared mobility company Lime has turned to Redwood Materials, a company founded by Tesla co-founder JB Straubel. Redwood Materials aims to tackle a pressing environmental issue while also securing a supply of rare earth materials crucial for electric vehicles. With China […]
Panasonic to recycle nickel from used lithium batteries for circular EV economy
Panasonic to recycle nickel from used lithium batteries for circular EV economy In the realm of electric vehicles (EVs), the spotlight often shines on the cutting-edge technology that drives these eco-friendly cars. However, a crucial aspect of this industry that often goes unnoticed is the sustainable management of the resources that power these vehicles – […]
US firm turns lithium from old Tesla EV batteries into power source for drones
US Firm Transforms Lithium from Old Tesla EV Batteries into Power Source for Drones The electric vehicle (EV) market is expanding rapidly, with industry analysts predicting as many as 125 million EVs on the road globally by 2030. This surge in EV production has led to a secondary challenge: what to do with the batteries […]