Big Problem of Recycling Lithium-Ion Batteries
The automotive world is changing rapidly. According to forecasts, by 2030, 23 million people in the world will become happy owners of electric cars. General Motors has announced plans to stop selling gasoline-powered vehicles by 2035.
Lithium-ion batteries are a major fire threat — here's why and what consumers can do
Lithium-ion batteries have an internal chemistry that leads to major fires and toxic pollutants when they combust. What role can consumers play in keeping themselves and the general public safe?
Amarillo Fire Department raising awareness on lithium ion batteries
AMARILLO, Texas (KFDA) - Amarillo Fire Department says it has recently seen an increase in fires caused by lithium ion batteries. According to Jason Love with the Amarillo Fire Department, lithium ion is present in almost all rechargeable batteries.
High-performance sodium-ion cathode paves the way for lithium-ion battery alternative
For decades, scientists have sought ways to counter our dependence on lithium-ion batteries. These traditional, rechargeable batteries energize today's most ubiquitous consumer electronics—from laptops to cell phones to electric cars.
Recent Columbia fires connected to lithium-ion batteries. Here's what to know
Two recent fires in Columbia were connected to lithium-ion batteries. The fire department issued advice for safely storing them.
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Lithium-ion batteries are especially susceptible to catching fire; recycle them safely in Clark County
Today is National Battery Day, the holiday you never knew existed. It celebrates the ubiquity and usefulness of batteries by honoring their inventor, Italian physicist Alessandro Volta, born Feb. 18, ...
Material Recycling Association Flags Safety Gaps In Lithium-Ion Battery Recycling
The Material Recycling Association of India (MRAI) has called for immediate reforms, including stringent safety protocols, ...
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Blue Whale Materials Announces Strategic Partnership with Call2Recycle to Advance Lithium-Ion Battery Recycling in North America
Blue Whale Materials (BWM), a leader in lithium-ion battery recycling, announced a strategic partnership with Call2Recycle, ...
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UK firm recovers 97% lithium from used batteries, new method can transform EV industry
Altilium's advanced recycling process addresses the challenges of LFP batteries, extracting valuable materials.
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Deloitte and CAS publish report analysing lithium-ion battery recycling industry
Deloitte and CAS, a division of the American Chemical Society specialising in scientific knowledge management, announced the ...
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Andritz, Duesenfeld sign cooperation agreement for lithium-ion battery recycling technology
The collaboration positions Andritz and Duesenfeld as partners for the mechanical pretreatment of lithium-ion batteries, especially in the production of black mass, and aims to enhance the ...
Bill in legislature seeks to address lithium battery fires
A Nebraska lawmaker believes her bill addresses the growing hazard of fires caused by improperly disposed of lithium-ion batteries and doesn't zap taxpayers. " LB 309 brings forth a unique option to ...
Save the River begins battery recycling pilot program
Save the River is taking charge of the dead battery issue. As part of upcoming National Battery Day, Save The River on Tuesday launched a battery collection pilot program. The nonprofit river advocacy ...