- Ecobat launched three battery recycling plants in one year, with plans to expand processing to 25,000 tons.
- Soaring global EV production and battery demand make recycling critical for sustainable supply and reduced mineral extraction.
- Each facility recovers “black mass,” containing key minerals reused in batteries, supporting a circular, low-impact battery economy.
Ecobat expands battery recycling across three countries as EV demand soars
Ecobat, a global leader in battery recycling, has hit a major milestone. The company launched three new lithium-ion battery recycling facilities in just 12 months. These plants are now up and running in Germany, the United States, and the United Kingdom.
Together, the new sites can process up to 10,000 tons of used lithium-ion batteries each year. Ecobat also plans to expand that capacity to 25,000 tons in the future. This move supports the growing demand for battery recycling as EVs and electronics become more common.
Brett Horton, Managing Director of Ecobat Solutions, commented:
“Ecobat’s rapid expansion in lithium-ion battery recycling demonstrates our commitment to meeting the growing demand for sustainable, closed-loop production processes. With EV sales rising and more end-of-life batteries entering the market, our new facilities are well-positioned to meet these challenges, creating value for our partners and stakeholders, while helping to drive the transition to a circular economy.”
According to the Advanced Propulsion Centre UK (APC), global battery-electric vehicle (BEV) production will double between 2027 and 2035, significantly boosting battery demand. In 2024, global battery consumption surpassed 1 terawatt-hour (TWh) for the first time and will exceed 4 TWh by 2035. This surge underscores the critical need for robust battery recycling infrastructure to support sustainable supply chains and reduce reliance on raw material extraction.
Ecobat’s facilities focus on creating “black mass.” This is a material rich in key minerals like lithium, cobalt, nickel, manganese, and graphite. These elements are reused in making new batteries. Recycling them reduces the need for mining and helps build a more sustainable supply chain.
The Hettstedt, Germany plant opened in late 2023. It processes a wide range of batteries, including those from EVs, e-bikes, and power tools. Casa Grande, Arizona came online in April 2024. It supports the fast-growing US recycling network. Darlaston, England joined in November 2024. It plays a key role in the UK’s circular economy efforts.
With this rapid growth, Ecobat is positioning itself at the center of the circular battery economy—one that reuses, recycles, and reduces waste.
