In the Electric Vehicle Era, Battery Recycling Becomes an Urgent Necessity
- STIC CEGIR
- Jul 25
- 1 min read
The growing adoption of electric vehicle (EVs) highlights the urgent need for sustainable battery waste management. Evy Kartini, a researcher from the Research Organization for Nanotechnology and Materials at BRIN, explained that while EVs help reduce carbon emissions, the number of the used batteries is expected to surge in the near future. In response, BRIN is developing a direct recycling method using water, which is more environmentally friendly than the pyrolysis method that produces air pollution. Current recycling efforts focus on Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) and Nickel Manganese Cobalt (NMC) batteries, which contain valuable components such as nickel, chrome, steel, and aluminum.
Evy emphasized the importance of public awareness regarding battery types used in EVs, noting that LFP batteries have a longer life cycle than NMC batteries, despite differences in voltage and capacity. Safety is also a major concern, as battery temperatures can rise during use and plastic separators may cause leaks. Evy stated that the battery recycling technology developed by BRIN is not overly complex and has already undergone trials, with results comparable to those of global manufacturers like Sumitomo.
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