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The World Needs to Crack Battery Recycling, Fast

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The World Needs to Crack Battery Recycling, Fast

In the future, with the rise of electric vehicles (EVs), the issue of recycling their rechargeable batteries is becoming a concern. These batteries contain valuable metals that are challenging to extract, such as cobalt, which is mostly sourced from the Democratic Republic of Congo under hazardous conditions. As the demand for EVs increases, so does the volume of spent batteries. While China currently dominates the raw material recovery market, Europe is catching up, with car manufacturers like Volkswagen and mineral processors exploring recycling options. However, current recycling methods are crude, and researchers are investigating more sustainable and efficient techniques. Additionally, there is a push to develop cheaper and more environmentally-friendly battery alternatives to reduce the need for recycling.

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