The Association for the Battery Recycling Industry (ABRI) is the peak body for the battery recycling industry in Australia
Driving a battery Circular Economy
A circular economy seeks to replace the old industrial model of ‘extract, makeuse and dispose’,
with a restorative approach that ensures resources are available for future priduction and prosperity.
ABRI and its members are driving innovation and investment to foster a safe, sustainable and world leading battery recycling industry over the medium term.
The Australian battery recycling sector, with support of companies across the battery supply chain, is working towards these goals:
Becoming the leading downstream supplier of low emissions and sustainably produced minerals feedstock for battery manufacturing; and
Australia becoming an innovation hub and developer of technology to support safe and sustainable battery recycling and repurposing and reverse logistics.
ABRI was established in 2008 and consists of recyclers, OEMs and battery repurposing companies, waste sector companies, government entities, research institutions and environment groups to promote the collection, recycling and safe disposal of all batteries.
ABRI’s role includes research, advocacy, education and stakeholder engagement to promote safe and environmentally responsible recycling of all batteries at end of life.
A circular economy for batteries has these benefits:
Recovery of critical minerals and other materials for feedstock in new products
Reduction in the environmental impacts of mining and manufacturing virgin materials
Reduction in the environmental impacts of landfill
How can we add value to your organisation?
ABRI members represent the entire supply chain for batteries, enabling your to make connect, access best practice and participate in dynamic information sharing.
As the peak body, ABRI is the focal point for issues affecting the battery recycling industry and provides members with a voice on matters that drive a battery circular economy and industry best practice.
Benefits:
Brand exposure. In March quarter 2024, there were over 2,000 visits to ABRI’s website to find companies providing battery recycling services
Workshops – Presentations and policy discussions from leading industry players and research institutions
ABRI conference – discounted member tickets
Policy and advocacy – working with governments on win-win policy and regulatory outcomes to support industry best practice and a circular economy
Networking opportunities
News and information – member bulletins on regulatory and other events, general bulletins on the latest industry news and research
Collaboration with Battery Stewardship Council and the Australian Battery Industry Association on industry issues
Training and education
