SMRTR Science & EngineeringNov 10, 2025Interesting Engineering

New EV battery recycling process recovers 99% pure nickel and cobalt

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South Korean researchers developed an eco-friendly battery recycling process using a special solvent that eliminates harmful chemicals and reduces wastewater production. The breakthrough method recovers over 95% of valuable metals from old EV batteries while achieving 99% purity for nickel and cobalt.

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