Sortbat contributes to the ReUse Project: Revolutionizing LFP Battery Recycling
Tirlemont, - The ReUse project, co-supported by Horizon Europe, is dedicated to transforming the recycling of lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries in Europe. LFP batteries, known for their low cost, high safety, and long lifespan, are used in electric vehicles and stationary applications. However, their end-of-life presents a major environmental challenge. ReUse aims to tackle this challenge by developing an innovative direct recycling process, with Sortbat as one of the partners.
Advanced Sorting for Direct LFP Battery Recycling
Sortbat operates a state-of-art facility where batteries are collected, sorted, secured, dismantled, and reused. Together with partners, Sortbat provides a detailed technical description of LFP battery production waste and EoL LFP batteries. On the premises of Sortbat, an innovative process is developed to sort LFP batteries with high accuracy from other types of Li-ion batteries. Additionally, Sortbat provides detailed guidelines on safety and regulations for the storage, handling, and transport of LFP battery waste. This information is crucial to ensure that the recycling process proceeds safely and in compliance with European standards. Finally, in collaboration with other partners, Sortbat conducts a comprehensive market analysis of current and future LFP waste streams in Europe. This study is fundamental for adapting recycling strategies to market developments and ensuring the long-term viability of the project.
Revolutionizing LFP Battery Recycling in Europe
The ReUse project, "Efficient direct recycling for low-value LFP battery for circular and sustainable waste management," aims to enhance the circularity and sustainability of the Li-ion battery value chain in Europe. Aligned with the objectives of the Battery Partnership launched under Horizon Europe, ReUse develops new recycling processes that efficiently recover and reuse components and materials from the entire low-value Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) battery waste stream ranging from production scrap to end-of-life LiB. The project focuses to create a closed-loop where recovered materials are directly reused in the production of new batteries. Furthermore, ReUse designs a direct recycling process that enhances energy efficiency and material purity. The ultimate goal of this innovative process is to reduce carbon footprint and minimize waste.
ReUse represents a pioneering effort in Europe by implementing a specific direct recycling process for LFP batteries. This approach positions Europe at the forefront of battery recycling technology, strengthening the global competitiveness of the European battery ecosystem, and contributing to the transition towards a greener and more sustainable economy. The project contributes to the objectives of the European Green Deal and efficient and sustainable recycling technologies towards climate neutrality.
About ReUse:
The ReUse project is co-funded by the European Union’s Horizon Europe research and innovation programme and the Swiss State Secretariat for Education, Research, and Innovation (SERI).
The ReUse project brings together 13 partners from 8 different European countries and spans a duration of 36 months.
The website: REUSE (reuse-batteries.eu)
