The global expansion of electric mobility and energy storage is driving demand for lithium-ion batteries to new record levels each year. At the same time, sustainability requirements, supply security, and CO\u2082 efficiency are becoming increasingly important. As a result, end-of-life batteries are transforming from a waste product into a valuable raw material source \u2014 and battery recycling is emerging as one of the most exciting future markets in the green-tech industry. For investors, this represents a sector where ecological impact and economic potential directly align.<\/p>\n[\/nectar_responsive_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” gradient_type=”default” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” top_margin=”30″ top_margin_tablet=”30″ top_margin_phone=”0″ column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” column_padding_type=”default” gradient_type=”default”][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” top_margin=”20″ top_margin_phone=”0″ column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” column_padding_type=”default” gradient_type=”default”][nectar_responsive_text inherited_font_style=”default” font_size_min=”26px” text_color=”#003554″ font_size_desktop=”1.6vw” font_line_height=”1.1″ text_direction=”default”]\n
Batteries are the backbone of the energy and mobility transition. Their importance grows with every installed solar system, every new EV on the road, and every newly deployed energy-storage unit. Annual demand for lithium, nickel, cobalt, and graphite<\/strong> is rising rapidly \u2014 highlighting how dependent the industry is on just a few mining regions.<\/p>\n This dynamic affects several strategic themes:<\/p>\n Security of raw material supplies in a volatile geopolitical world<\/p>\n<\/li>\n CO\u2082-reduction targets across the entire supply chain<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Cost stability for energy and automotive manufacturers<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Sustainability in production and disposal<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n It is exactly at this intersection that our Green Tech Portfolio<\/strong> is positioned.<\/p>\n <\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” top_margin=”20″ top_margin_phone=”0″ column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” column_padding_type=”default” gradient_type=”default”][nectar_responsive_text inherited_font_style=”default” font_size_min=”26px” text_color=”#003554″ font_size_desktop=”1.6vw” font_line_height=”1.1″ text_direction=”default”]\n Until today, the battery industry has largely followed a linear model: This leads to ecological, social, and economic risks:<\/p>\n High water and energy consumption in mining<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Dependence on individual countries<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Volatile raw material prices<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Growing volumes of end-of-life batteries<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n At the same time, most of the valuable metals inside a used battery remain almost chemically intact. They are not waste \u2014 they are urban mines<\/strong>.<\/p>\n A transition to a circular economy<\/strong>, the core of sustainable value creation, is therefore unavoidable.<\/p>\n This development aligns directly with the focus of our Innovation Portfolio<\/strong>.<\/p>\n <\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” top_margin=”20″ top_margin_phone=”0″ column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” column_padding_type=”default” gradient_type=”default”][nectar_responsive_text inherited_font_style=”default” font_size_min=”26px” text_color=”#003554″ font_size_desktop=”1.6vw” font_line_height=”1.1″ text_direction=”default”]\n Through its new Battery Regulation and the Critical Raw Materials Act, the EU is setting clear frameworks that will transform the entire industry.<\/p>\n Key elements include:<\/p>\n Minimum shares of recycled materials in new batteries<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Transparent CO\u2082 accounting<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Mandatory recycling quotas for lithium, nickel, and cobalt<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Introduction of a digital battery passport<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Support for European processing and recycling supply chains<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Recycling is no longer optional \u2014 it becomes a legal prerequisite<\/strong> for market access in Europe.<\/p>\n For investors, this means long-term regulatory certainty and growth visibility<\/strong>.<\/p>\n <\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” top_margin=”20″ top_margin_phone=”0″ column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” column_padding_type=”default” gradient_type=”default”][nectar_responsive_text inherited_font_style=”default” font_size_min=”26px” text_color=”#003554″ font_size_desktop=”1.6vw” font_line_height=”1.1″ text_direction=”default”]\n The recycling process consists of several technologically advanced but highly scalable steps:<\/p>\n 1. Disassembly & Pre-processing<\/strong><\/p>\n Batteries are inspected, discharged, opened, and metal housings removed.<\/p>\n 2. Shredding & Black Mass Production<\/strong><\/p>\n The electrochemical core is processed into a powder known as Black Mass<\/strong>, which contains lithium, nickel, manganese, cobalt, and graphite.<\/p>\n 3. Hydrometallurgy<\/strong><\/p>\n Chemical processes recover the metals at high purity. Many of the companies behind these technologies belong to the innovation landscape evaluated within our Innovation Portfolio<\/strong>.<\/a><\/p>\n <\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” top_margin=”20″ top_margin_phone=”0″ column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” column_padding_type=”default” gradient_type=”default”][nectar_responsive_text inherited_font_style=”default” font_size_min=”26px” text_color=”#003554″ font_size_desktop=”1.6vw” font_line_height=”1.1″ text_direction=”default”]\n The coming years will see significant volume growth driven by:<\/p>\n Rising numbers of end-of-life EV batteries<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Production scrap from gigafactories<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Regulatory pressure<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Raw material shortages and price volatility<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Estimates suggest that by 2030, the battery-recycling market will be several times larger<\/strong> than today. Europe, the U.S., and major Asian markets are investing heavily in their own circular-economy structures.<\/p>\n For investors, this creates a segment in which growth is driven not cyclically, but politically, technologically, and structurally<\/strong>.<\/p>\n A clear focus area of our Green Tech Portfolio<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n <\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” top_margin=”20″ top_margin_phone=”0″ column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” column_padding_type=”default” gradient_type=”default”][nectar_responsive_text inherited_font_style=”default” font_size_min=”26px” text_color=”#003554″ font_size_desktop=”1.6vw” font_line_height=”1.1″ text_direction=”default”]\n Redwood Materials (USA)<\/strong><\/p>\n Redwood Materials is considered a technological pioneer in closed-loop recycling. It works with leading EV manufacturers and uses hydrometallurgical processes to recover materials like lithium, nickel, cobalt, copper, and graphite in battery-grade quality. Sources: Northvolt \u201cRevolt\u201d (Europe)<\/strong><\/p>\n Northvolt is implementing one of Europe\u2019s most ambitious circular strategies. Through its Revolt<\/strong> program, the company aims to source 50%<\/strong> of raw materials for battery production from recycling by 2030. Source: 1. Technology Providers<\/strong><\/p>\n Recycling systems<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Automated disassembly<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Sorting and chemical recovery processes 2. Vertically Integrated Recyclers<\/strong><\/p>\n Direct access to feedstock<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Production of cathode & anode materials 3. OEMs with Circular Strategies<\/strong><\/p>\n Manufacturers investing early benefit from CO\u2082 advantages, cost efficiency, and regulatory protection.<\/p>\n For investors, this creates a broad range of opportunities \u2014 from deep-tech specialists to major industrial partners.<\/p>\n <\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” top_margin=”20″ top_margin_phone=”0″ column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” column_padding_type=”default” gradient_type=”default”][nectar_responsive_text inherited_font_style=”default” font_size_min=”26px” text_color=”#003554″ font_size_desktop=”1.6vw” font_line_height=”1.1″ text_direction=”default”]\n Technology maturity, scalability, energy efficiency<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Access to battery feedstock and collection structures<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Regulatory compliance, certification, EU alignment<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Partnerships with OEMs, cell producers, energy companies<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Raw material risks: price hedging, market volatility<\/p>\n<\/li>\n ESG transparency & verifiable CO\u2082 footprint<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” top_margin=”20″ top_margin_phone=”0″ column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” column_padding_type=”default” gradient_type=”default”][nectar_responsive_text inherited_font_style=”default” font_size_min=”26px” text_color=”#003554″ font_size_desktop=”1.6vw” font_line_height=”1.1″ text_direction=”default”]\n Battery recycling is not only an environmental necessity \u2014 it is a central lever for balancing resource security, cost stability, and sustainability<\/strong>. The emerging market offers strong, policy-supported growth prospects.<\/p>\n For investors seeking to combine future technologies with sustainable industrial development, this segment is a strategic key market<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Portfolio Context<\/strong><\/p>\n Green Tech Portfolio<\/strong>\n
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According to the U.S. Department of Energy, more than 95%<\/strong> of critical battery metals can be recovered and directly reintegrated into anode and cathode material production.<\/p>\n
DOE: https:\/\/www.energy.gov\/lpo\/articles\/lpo-offers-conditional-commitment-redwood-materials-produce-critical-electric-vehicle<\/a>
Redwood Materials: https:\/\/www.redwoodmaterials.com\/resources\/how-battery-recycling-works\/<\/a><\/p>\n
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Northvolt has already produced the first lithium-ion cell whose nickel, manganese, and cobalt were 100% recovered<\/strong> from recycled batteries \u2014 a major milestone for the European battery industry.
The company is simultaneously expanding production and recycling capacities, establishing a holistic circular approach that serves as a blueprint for Europe<\/strong>.<\/p>\n
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