The procurement of lithium battery recycling declined in April, primarily due to inventory stockpiling by hydrometallurgical plants and the continuous downward trend in lithium salt prices.

Conference Background With the rapid development of global electric vehicles, batteries, as key energy storage devices, are gradually becoming an indispensable part of people's daily lives. However, the production and recycling of batteries have brought serious negative impacts on the environment, such as resource waste and pollution, which are becoming increasingly prominent. To address this challenge, governments, enterprises, and research institutions around the world are intensifying their efforts to promote battery recycling and circular utilization. Global Lead-Acid Battery Recycling Status: Lead-acid batteries have been widely used in fields such as automobiles and UPS, with a relatively high recycling rate. However, due to the harmful substances contained in lead-acid batteries, improper handling can cause serious harm to the environment and human health. Therefore, governments around the world have introduced policies to support the recycling and reuse of lead-acid batteries, while strengthening supervision and encouraging active participation from enterprises and the public. Global Lithium Battery Recycling Status: Compared to lead-acid batteries, the recycling rate of lithium batteries is relatively low, and due to the presence of rare metals and other resources, their value is higher. To promote the circular utilization of lithium batteries, policies on their recycling and reuse are gradually becoming stricter, and related industry chain enterprises are actively researching and developing new recycling technologies and processes to promote the sustainable development of lithium batteries. In this context, the international conference on battery recycling and circular utilization has emerged, aiming to promote global exchange and cooperation in battery recycling and reuse, drive innovation and development of related technologies, jointly address the environmental issues brought by repeated battery use, and contribute to the sustainable development of the clean energy industry. Conference Highlights 01 Supply and Demand Exchange and Cooperation The conference provided a platform for face-to-face networking, allowing enterprises to introduce their core products and main businesses on-site, promoting in-depth understanding among enterprises and the discovery of potential customers. 02 Discussion on Lead and Lithium Battery Recycling Markets To promote sustainable development and build a resource-saving society, strengthen the management and supervision of waste battery recycling, and promote the healthy development of the recycling market, the conference invited recycling industry associations and enterprises to interpret current battery recycling policies and market analysis. 03 Closed-Door Meetings Closed-door meeting on the progress of secondary refined lead delivery, closed-door seminar on power battery recycling 04 Interpretation of Tax Issues One year after the introduction of the reverse invoicing policy and the cancellation of local fiscal tax rebate policies in the battery recycling industry, industry professionals were invited to interpret the policies issued by various regions and provide feedback on the implementation of the recycling market. 05 Domestic and International Market Situation and Macro Analysis The conference invited industry experts to interpret the macro situation at home and abroad, discuss commonalities in the lead and lithium recycling markets, analyze the overseas market for lead ingots, and analyze the feasibility of recycling enterprises going global for investment. 06 Awards and Recognition Establishment of a high-quality recycler selection activity Conference Personnel Structure Previous Attendee List Lead Battery Recycling Enterprises Zhejiang Tianneng Environmental Protection Technology Co., Ltd. Zhejiang Chaowei Bafang Circular Industry Co., Ltd. Shanghai Xinyun Rare Metal Recycling Co., Ltd. Anhui Hongyuqian Environmental Protection Technology Co., Ltd. Jiangmen Leien Renewable Resources Co., Ltd. Nantong Lishi Environmental Protection Technology Co., Ltd. Chengdu Xupai Environmental Protection Technology Co., Ltd. Suzhou Langang Environmental Protection Technology Co., Ltd. Sichuan Rongsheng Changhong Renewable Resources Recycling Co., Ltd. Jiangsu Jieyu Renewable Resources Co., Ltd. Jiang Kuai New Energy Technology Co., Ltd. Power Battery Recycling Enterprises GEM Co., Ltd. Guangdong Brunp Recycling Technology Co., Ltd. Zhejiang Huayou Cobalt Co., Ltd. Guangdong Guanghua Sci-Tech Co., Ltd. Jiangxi Ganfeng Lithium Group Co., Ltd. Jiangxi Miracle Golden Tiger Cobalt Co., Ltd. Ganzhou Haopeng Technology Co., Ltd. Zhejiang New Era Zhongneng Technology Co., Ltd. CNGR Advanced Material Co., Ltd. Anhui Xunying Power Energy Technology Co., Ltd. Ganzhou Tengyuan Cobalt New Material Co., Ltd. Xiamen Tungsten Co., Ltd. Shanghai BYD Co., Ltd. Lvxun New Energy Technology (Foshan) Co., Ltd. Secondary Lead Smelters Taihe County Dahua Energy Technology Co., Ltd. Anhui Lukong Environmental Protection Co., Ltd. Camel Group (Anhui) Renewable Resources Co., Ltd. Anhui Tianshuo Metal Materials Co., Ltd. Jiangsu New Chunxing Resource Recycling Co., Ltd. Zhejiang Tianneng Resource Recycling Technology Co., Ltd. Henan Yuguang Gold and Lead Co., Ltd. Jiyuan Hongda Resource Comprehensive Utilization Co., Ltd. Jiyuan Juxin Resource Comprehensive Utilization Co., Ltd. Jiangsu Haibao New Energy Co., Ltd. Battery Enterprises Tianneng Battery Group Co., Ltd. Chaowei Group Leoch International Technology Ltd. Guangzhou Great Power Energy Technology Co., Ltd. Gotion High-tech Co., Ltd. REPT Battero Energy Co., Ltd. Phylion Battery Co., Ltd. SVOLT Energy Technology Co., Ltd. Zhuhai CosMX Battery Co., Ltd. Shenzhen Desay Battery Technology Co., Ltd. EVE Energy Co., Ltd. Farasis Energy (Ganzhou) Co., Ltd. Jiangxi Ganfeng Lithium Group Co., Ltd. Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Limited BYD Co., Ltd. Shenzhen Haopeng Technology Co., Ltd. SEVB Sungrow Power Supply Co., Ltd. Jiangsu Haibao New Energy Co., Ltd. Xupai Power Supply Co., Ltd. Jingjiu Power Technology Co., Ltd. Fengfan Co., Ltd. Jujiang Power Manufacturing Co., Ltd. Camel Group Co., Ltd. Zhejiang Just Electrical Appliances Co., Ltd. Conference Schedule Sponsorship Pricing Conference Contact Qi Lv 18361710903 lvqi@smm.cn

On April 16, the 2025 (10th) New Energy Industry Expo, hosted by SMM Information & Technology Co., Ltd., was grandly held at Halls F3-G3 of the Suzhou International Expo Center in Jiangsu from April 16-18. The conference officially opened on April 16, with multiple academicians, top-tier entrepreneurs, and industry professionals engaging in lively discussions on topics such as a decade of review and outlook on the new energy industry, Europe's perspectives and challenges on sustainable, circular, and safe batteries, how to build a globally coordinated battery value chain, China's new energy mineral demand and outlook, mineral resource reserve management and risk prevention, distribution patterns, metallogenic characteristics, and exploration directions of nickel ore resources in western China, interpretation of the new mineral resources law, and global cobalt market dynamics. On April 17, eight forums were held simultaneously, including the Battery Raw Materials Forum, New Energy Battery Materials Forum, Battery Auxiliary Materials Forum, New Energy PV ESS Forum, International Mining Investment and Development Summit Forum, Lithium Battery Recycling Forum, All-Solid-State Battery Forward-Looking Technology Forum, and Hydrogen Energy Industry Development Forum. This article is a live text broadcast of four forums: the New Energy PV ESS Forum, Lithium Battery Recycling Forum, All-Solid-State Battery Forward-Looking Technology Forum, and Hydrogen Energy Industry Development Forum. SMM will provide full coverage of the conference through text, images, and video live broadcasts. Please refresh to view! Click to view the live photo broadcast. Click to view the special report of this summit. On April 17, the New Energy PV ESS Forum featured the following speech topics and speakers: "Global ESS Market Development Opportunities and Challenges" by Ye Mingyuan, Senior ESS Consultant at SMM, from 09:00-09:20; "Evolution Path of New-Type Power Systems and ESS Development" by Zhang Fuqiang, Chief Engineer at the Energy Strategy and Planning Research Institute of the State Grid Energy Research Institute, from 09:20-09:40; "How the PV ESS Industry Can Move from Cut-Throat Competition to Win-Win in the Era of Surplus Capacity" by Tang Tuo, Consulting Engineer at the Policy and System Research Institute of Nengjian Times (Shanghai) New Energy ESS Technology Co., Ltd., from 09:40-10:00; "Practices of Collaborative Carbon Reduction in New-Type Power Systems for the Nonferrous Metallurgy Industry" by Professor Liao Siyang from Wuhan University, from 10:00-10:20; "Zero-Carbon Parks, the Next Main Battlefield for ESS" by Liu Guohua, Chief Engineer at the Power Grid Engineering Company of Northwest Electric Power Design Institute Co., Ltd. of China Power Engineering Consulting Group, from 10:20-10:40; "Research and Solutions for Fire Prevention in Lithium Battery Applications" by Fan Rong, Engineer at the New Energy Safety Research Center of the Building Fire Research Institute of the China Academy of Building Research, from 10:40-11:00; "Efficient Power Generation, Worry-Free Guarantee: Ginlong's Assistance in Low-Carbon Development for High Energy-Consuming Enterprises" by Xu Tong, Senior Product Manager at Ginlong Technologies Co., Ltd., from 11:00-11:20; "Industrial and Commercial ESS Solutions Leading the Green Transformation of the Metal Industry" by Yang Shu, Vice President of Jiangsu Weiheng Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd., from 11:20-11:40; "Integrated Generation-Grid-Load-Storage Solutions Supporting High Energy-Consuming Industries" by Xie Lirong, Manager of the Smart Energy Business Department at the Power Grid Branch of NARI Group, from 11:40-12:10; "Current Status and Trend Analysis of Industrial and Commercial ESS Development" by Wang Liang, R&D Director at Ganfeng LiEnergy (Dongguan) Technology Co., Ltd., from 13:30-13:50; "Current Status/Challenges of China's Aluminum Industry and the Path of Energy Transformation" by Pan Cunxiang, Secretary General of the Xinjiang Nonferrous Metals Industry Association, from 13:50-14:10; "Difficulties and Solutions for Carbon Reduction in Aluminum Production and Processing Environments" by Ma Liangjun, Director of the Industrial and Commercial Sales Department - Jiangsu Region at Xi'an JD Energy Co., Ltd., from 14:10-14:30; "How Spot Power Trading Can Help High Energy-Consuming Enterprises Reduce Costs and Increase Efficiency" by Wang Yubo, Deputy General Manager of Beijing Yineng Zhongwang Technology Co., Ltd., from 14:30-14:50; "New Ampace Industrial and Commercial ESS Life Cycle Solutions from an Investor's Perspective, Considering Operational Indicator Reliability" by Ma Jinpeng, President of the ESS Business Unit China at Xiamen New Ampace Technology Co., Ltd., from 14:50-15:10; "Application Value and Development Trends of Digital Intelligent ESS Technology in High Energy-Consuming Enterprise Scenarios" by Zhu Mingchun, China Marketing General Manager at Hongzheng ESS (Shanghai) Energy Technology Co., Ltd., from 15:10-15:30; "Efficient and Stable Operation of ESS Power Stations Driven by AI Technology" by Fan Zeyu, Senior Product Manager at Jiangsu Linyang ESS Technology Co., Ltd., from 15:30-15:50; "Legal Risks and Prevention of Integrated Generation-Grid-Load-Storage Applications in Mining Enterprises" by Ma Yuqi, Senior Partner and Head of the Mining Energy M&A and Restructuring Department at Beijing Yuren Law Firm, from 15:50-16:10. The Lithium Battery Recycling Forum featured the following speech topics and speakers: Opening remarks by Zhou Bo, Executive Vice President of SMM, and Yu Qun, Vice President of Jereh New Energy Recycling Technology Co., Ltd., from 13:30-13:45; "High-Quality Development Practices in the DRT Power Battery Recycling Industry" by Zhang Xiaobing, Ph.D., Deputy General Manager of Guangdong Brunp Recycling Technology Co., Ltd., from 13:45-14:10; "Leading the Resource Recycling Revolution, Building a Green Circular Future" by Xu Bo, Senior Engineer at Jereh New Energy Recycling Technology Co., Ltd., from 14:10-14:35; "Progress in Cathode and Anode Material Repair and Restoration" by Ai Wuyun, Founder and Chairman of Shenzhen Xinmao New Energy Technology Co., Ltd., from 14:35-15:00; "Progress and Challenges in Lithium-Ion Battery Recycling in Japan" by Kenji Takeda, Chief Representative of the Nickel Institute Japan Office, from 15:00-15:25; "Application and Case Sharing of DRCC® Low-Energy Deep Concentration Technology in Lithium Recycling" by Bao Wei, General Manager Assistant and EMBA Tutor at Jiangnan University, from 15:25-15:50; "Application Research of Cutting-Edge Lithium Battery Recycling Solutions" by Dr. Meng Xiao, General Manager and Senior Engineer at Cyclewell, from 15:50-16:15; "How to Make Battery Recycling Projects a Choice for Investors" by Liu Ying, Chairman/CEO of Ningbo Weifu Technology Co., Ltd., from 16:15-16:40; "Breaking Through 2025: Profit Analysis of China's Lithium Battery Recycling, and Opportunities and Challenges Under Policy Changes" by Lin Ziya, Lithium Battery Recycling Industry Analyst at SMM, from 16:40-17:05. The All-Solid-State Battery Forward-Looking Technology Forum featured the following speech topics and speakers: "Industrialization Progress of Key Materials for Wanbang Shenghui Solid-State Batteries" by Yu Yanan, Manager of the Achievement Transformation Center at Sichuan Wanbang Shenghui New Energy Technology Co., Ltd., from 13:30-14:00; "Key Manufacturing Processes and Equipment for Solid-State Batteries" by Du Yixian, Dean of the Research Institute at Guangdong Liyuan Heng Intelligent Equipment Co., Ltd., from 14:00-14:30; "Industrialization Technology and Engineering Challenges of Oxide Solid-State Batteries" by Lin Jiu, General Manager of Zhejiang Fengli New Energy Technology Co., Ltd., from 14:30-15:00; "Hybrid Challenges and Solutions in Current and Future Battery Production" by Luo Yongheng, Chief Dry Process Engineer at Jiangsu Daojin Intelligent Manufacturing Technology Co., Ltd., from 15:00-15:30; "Unlocking Low-Altitude Economy Applications for High-Energy Solid-State Batteries" by Sun Li, President of Shenzhen Xinjie Energy Technology Co., Ltd., from 15:30-16:00; "Prospects of Zirconates as Solid Electrolytes" by Dr. Roberto C. Dante, Chief Research Officer and CEO at 2Dto3D S.r.l.s., from 16:00-16:30; "Analysis of Global Solid-State Battery Competition and Introduction of Technology Roadmap" by Zhu Jian, Senior Consulting Project Manager at SMM, from 16:30-16:50; "Current Status and Trends of China's Lithium-Ion Battery Industry" by Liu Yanlong, Former Secretary General of the China Industrial Association of Power Sources, from 16:50-17:20. The Hydrogen Energy Industry Development Forum featured the following speech topics and speakers: "Interpretation of China's Low-Carbon Hydrogen Industry Policies" by Chen Hao, Director of the Hydrogen Energy Research Institute at Xuyang Group, from 09:00-09:25; "Current Status and Development Trends of the Hydrogen Production Electrolyzer Industry" by Shi Yong, Chief Engineer at Jiangsu TrinaSolar Yuan Hydrogen Technology Co., Ltd., from 09:25-09:50; "Current Status and Outlook of Pure Magnesium-Based Solid-State Hydrogen Storage" by Zhang Yuxiang, Co-Founder and Director of Aiqing Technology (Suzhou) Co., Ltd., from 09:50-10:15; "Economic Analysis of Hydrogen Use in Fuel Cell Commercial Vehicles" by Professor Wu Xiaohua from the School of Automotive and Transportation at Xihua University, from 10:15-10:40; "Application and Development of Green Hydrogen in the Petrochemical Industry" by Rong Junfeng, Chief Expert at the Sinopec Research Institute of Petroleum Processing, from 10:40-11:05; "Another Path of the New Energy Revolution: Construction of the Hydrogen Fuel Cell Vehicle Ecosystem" by Yu Xiang, Project Director at Beiqi Foton Motor Co., Ltd., from 11:05-11:30; "Trends in China's Hydrogen Energy Industry and Outlook for Corporate Capital Operations" by Li Bingyang, Senior Partner and General Manager of the New Energy Business Unit at Hejun Consulting, from 11:30-11:55. On April 18, SMM also prepared three forums: the Overseas Market Forum, Low-Altitude Economy Forum, and Suzhou Virtual Power Plant Ecosystem Forum (3rd). Stay tuned for more exciting content tomorrow!Click to view the special report on the 2025 (10th) New Energy Industry Expo.

In the field of lithium recycling, low-energy deep concentration technology is accelerating innovation. The synergy between membrane technology and chemical innovation, such as EDTA-assisted loose nanofiltration technology, enables efficient separation of lithium and magnesium, with a lithium recovery rate exceeding 90%. It also allows for the high-value utilization of magnesium by-products, reducing environmental impact. Breakthroughs have also been made in direct recycling technologies, such as the "low-temperature crushing - membrane separation - electrodeposition" short-process technology, which skips traditional high-pollution steps, achieving a lithium recovery rate of over 90% and reducing energy consumption by 35%-70%. Emerging green bio-metallurgical technology, which uses acidophilic bacteria metabolism to extract lithium, is still in the R&D stage but shows great potential due to its environmental friendliness and low energy consumption. Meanwhile, digitalization and intelligence are empowering the industry, leveraging AI algorithms and blockchain to improve recovery rates and reduce costs. Driven by policy, automakers, battery manufacturers, and recycling companies are collaborating across industries to build closed-loop alliances. Additionally, multi-metal co-recovery and high-value utilization are becoming trends, enabling the simultaneous recovery of other metals during lithium extraction, thereby increasing the added value of scrap. SMM Information & Technology Co., Ltd. (referred to as SMM) will launch the Lithium Battery Recycling Forum at the CLNB 2025 (10th) New Energy Industry Expo on April 16-18, 2025. Wei Bao, Assistant General Manager/EMBA Mentor of Qiantong Environmental Technology (Suzhou) Co., Ltd./Jiangnan University, will be invited as a keynote speaker to discuss the application and case studies of DRCC® low-energy deep concentration technology in lithium recycling. Keynote Speaker: Presentation Topic: Application and Case Studies of DRCC® Low-Energy Deep Concentration Technology in Lithium Recycling Wei Bao Senior Process Engineer Qiantong Environmental Technology (Suzhou) Co., Ltd. Assistant General Manager | Marketing Manager Director of High-Salinity Water Treatment R&D Center EMBA Mentor, Jiangnan University Environmental Engineering Mentor, Jiangsu Ocean University You are cordially invited to participate in the CLNB 2025 (10th) New Energy Industry Expo. About Qiantong Environmental Technology: Qiantong Environmental Technology (Suzhou) Co., Ltd., specializing in membrane separation technology, has over 30 years of experience in water treatment. Its vision is to transform seawater and wastewater into valuable resources. Since its establishment in 2011 as QT ENVIRO-TECH LTD, the company aims to be a leading solution provider in seawater desalination and wastewater recycling, emphasizing integrity, people-oriented values, and continuous improvement. Following the design philosophy of quick installation, high reliability, and low manpower requirements, Qiantong Environmental Technology offers seawater desalination solutions under the registered trademarks "fastRO®" and "iDesalt®," having provided systems and equipment to over 20 countries worldwide. These projects span more than 20 countries, showcasing the company's international influence and technical strength. Additionally, as an active member of the International Desalination Association (IDA), Qiantong Environmental Technology (Suzhou) Co., Ltd. leverages its deep expertise and extensive global business network to actively address global water scarcity issues, committed to transforming seawater and wastewater into clean water resources. Through continuous efforts and innovation, the company has made significant contributions to promoting sustainable development. Lithium Battery Recycling Forum April 17 Title Sponsor: Jereh New Energy Recycling Technology Co., Ltd. [13:30-13:45] Guest Speeches Speakers: Bo Zhou, Executive Vice President, SMM Information & Technology Co., Ltd. Qun Yu, Vice President, Jereh New Energy Recycling Technology Co., Ltd. [13:45-14:10] High-Quality Development Practices in the DRT Power Battery Recycling Industry Speaker: Xiaobing Zhang, Ph.D., Deputy General Manager, Guangdong Brunp Recycling Technology Co., Ltd. [14:10-14:35] How to Improve Dismantling and Crushing Through Technological Innovation to Enhance Recovery Rates and Reduce Costs Speaker: Bo Xu, Senior Engineer, Jereh New Energy Recycling Technology Co., Ltd. [14:35-15:00] Physical Recycling of Lithium Battery Cathode and Anode Materials Speaker: Wuyun Ai, Chairman, Shenzhen Xinmao New Energy Technology Co., Ltd. [15:00-15:25] Progress and Challenges in Lithium-Ion Battery Recycling in Japan Speaker: Kenji Takeda, Chief Representative, Nickel Institute Japan Office [15:25-15:50] Application and Case Studies of DRCC® Low-Energy Deep Concentration Technology in Lithium Recycling Speaker: Wei Bao, Assistant General Manager, Qiantong Environmental Technology (Suzhou) Co., Ltd., EMBA Mentor, Jiangnan University [15:50-16:15] Applied Research on Cutting-Edge Lithium Battery Recycling Solutions Speaker: Xiao Meng, Ph.D., General Manager, Cyclewell, Senior Engineer [16:15-16:40] High-Quality Regeneration Applications of Scrap Lithium Battery Anode Recycling Speaker: Jun Gong, Deputy General Manager, Hunan Bobang Shanhe New Materials Co., Ltd. [16:40-17:05] Breaking Through 2025: Profit Analysis of China's Lithium Battery Recycling and Opportunities and Challenges Under Policy Reforms Speaker: Ziya Lin, Lithium Battery Recycling Industry Analyst, SMM Information & Technology Co., Ltd. More Exciting Summits April 16, 2025 Opening Ceremony & Forum of Academicians and Top-Tier Entrepreneurs Business Package Sub-Forum 1: Investing in Poland·New Energy Strategy Forum New Energy Industry Forum SMM Sodium-Ion Battery Application Market—Development Seminar SMM New-Type Anode Material Innovation Seminar International Cobalt Association Industry Salon Sub-Forum 2: New Energy Mineral Exploration and Industry Development Forum Gala Dinner & Awards Ceremony April 17, 2025 Sub-Forum 2: Battery Raw Materials Forum Sub-Forum 3: New Energy Battery Materials Forum Sub-Forum 4: Hydrogen Energy Industry Development Forum Business Package Sub-Forum 5: Lithium Battery Recycling Forum Sub-Forum 6: All-Solid-State Battery Forward-Looking Technology Forum Sub-Forum 7: Battery Supporting Auxiliary Materials Forum Sub-Forum 8: New Energy PV ESS Forum Sub-Forum 9: International Mining Investment and Development Summit Forum April 18, 2025 Sub-Forum 10: Overseas Market Forum Sub-Forum 11: Low-Altitude Economy Forum Sub-Forum 12: Suzhou Virtual Power Plant Ecosystem Forum (3rd) The CLNB 2025 (10th) New Energy Industry Expo provides a high-quality platform for exchange and cooperation in the new energy industry. Wei Bao, Assistant General Manager/EMBA Mentor of Qiantong Environmental Technology (Suzhou) Co., Ltd./Jiangnan University, will attend this grand event, sharing his rich industry experience and unique strategic insights. It is believed that on the basis of this exchange and discussion, all parties will promote cooperation and development across the entire new energy industry chain, contributing to global energy transformation. CLNB 2025 New Energy Industry Expo Date: April 16-18, 2025 Location: Suzhou International Expo Center This year's exhibition focuses on the entire new energy industry chain, showcasing power batteries, energy storage, raw materials, materials, equipment, mining, and battery recycling, offering a one-stop exhibition experience.

【100,000-Ton LFP & 50,000-Ton Lithium Carbonate Project Proposed for Sichuan】A Sichuan-based tech company plans a ¥2.3 billion lithium recycling hub in a specialized industrial zone. The facility will process lithium-rich materials (e.g., aluminum electrolyte, lepidolite) to produce 100,000 tons/year of LFP and 50,000 tons/year of lithium carbonate across five production lines.

[Sichuan's 100,000 mt LFP and 50,000 mt Lithium Carbonate Project Is Here] Recently, the Environmental Impact Assessment Report for the Lithium Resource Recycling Project by Sichuan Kunwei Technology Development Co., Ltd. was announced for proposed approval. The total investment of the project is approximately 2.3 billion yuan, with a planned land area of 510 mu, located in the Dechang County Specialty Industrial Park. The project aims to promote the high-quality development of Sichuan's lithium battery industry through the efficient recycling of lithium-containing materials. It will comprehensively utilise lithium-rich aluminum electrolytes, lepidolite, spodumene, and other lithium-containing materials to produce two products: battery-grade lithium carbonate and LFP. The project will construct a total of five production lines, including three for lithium carbonate and two for LFP, with an annual output of 50,000 mt of lithium carbonate and 100,000 mt of LFP.

Lithium, one of the main materials used in lithium-ion batteries, has seen outrageous price volatility in the recent past. It is likely to do so again in 2025 based on a mix of economic, political, and technological factors. To companies seeking quality and compliant suppliers of lithium prices, knowledge of these drivers is essential to facilitate an informed buying decision.

As 2025 draws near, the lithium sector is experiencing increasingly vibrant transformation driven by a combination of international demand for green technology, evolving regulatory environments, and changing patterns of supply. This has witnessed price action and trends going awry as new markets evolve to feed the world's insatiable lithium appetite. It is where we would be talking about the prevailing trends in the price of lithium, the supply chain pressures emanating from all over the world driving the same, and how the emerging economies are pushing the new normal with their support to the same.

[SMM Analysis: Indonesian Team, Lithium Recovery From Mixed Batteries, Process Optimization and Efficiency Improvement] A research team from Gadjah Mada University in Indonesia and other institutions is dedicated to exploring innovative methods for recovering lithium from scrap lithium-ion batteries. The researchers successfully achieved a lithium recovery rate of up to 95.7% from ternary batteries with a selectivity of 100% by combining carbothermal reduction and water leaching under atmospheric conditions.

The worldwide need for lithium ion batteries is surging due to the rising favoritism towards vehicles (EVs) and portable electronic devices among consumers globally as cleaner and sustainable technologies gain momentum in the modern world's landscape. Lithium recycling has gained importance amidst this shift towards sustainability as it plays a crucial role in minimizing environmental harm and maintaining a consistent flow of critical materials necessary for advancing modern technology further.