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The Australian Battery Recycling Initiative (ABRI) has been formed by a group of battery manufacturers, recyclers, retailers, government bodies 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….More > |
Latest News
Australian Government report highlights opportunities in the Lithium-ion Battery Value Chain
The report identifies ‘new economy opportunities for Australia’ and specifically finds that the battery recycling industry could “not only address waste issues, but also stabilise global supplies” (see page 38). To download the report click here.
New lithium hydroxide factory in WA wins federal approval
The Guardian features an article on the a new facility set to boost local jobs and supply growing global demand for lithium, which is used in renewable energy storage. The plant will process spodumene ore from the Greenbushes lithium mine, producing 60,000 tonnes of lithium hydroxide annually with capacity to expand to 100,000 tonnes. To read the article, click here.
Button cell safety once again in the media
Recently cricket fans were urged to throw out wristbands handed out at matches after safety threat, highlighting once again the need for increased awareness abut safe disposal practices for button cell batteries. To read the ABC article about this incident, click here.
‘What about the plug?’
The Guardian recently explored Australia’s electric car industry and finds that infrastructure is being stalled by government policy paralysis. To More…
Battery Recycling Prize: US invests millions in innovation
US Energy Secretary Rick Perry hopes to spark innovation in battery recycling with the newly established Lithium-Ion Battery Recycling Prize. More…
Lithium Australia progressing German Sadisdorf project at strategically opportune time
ABRI member Adrian Griffin of Lithium Australia, discusses the companies strategic initiative in the EU. He explores the company’s Sadisdorf More…
U.S. Government invests $5.5 million lithium battery recycling technology
The U.S. Department of Energy will award $5.5 million to companies advancing lithium-ion battery recycling technology, and it will dedicate More…
Recent US accident rates in Waste Collection highlights safety risks
This report is timely and is an important reminder to Australia companies to put the focus on safety. The Solid More…
NSW Network to Drive Innovation and Sustainability in Waste and Recycling
The NSW Government is investing $1.5 million to establish a Circular Economy Innovation Network. ABRI is pleased to be a More…