Global Climate News

Scientists from Sophia University and Università di Pavia developed a microwave-induced pyrolysis method to recycle VVF power cables, achieving complete pyrolysis in 12 minutes without toxic chemicals.

Materials science advancements have enabled new battery recycling methods including integrated carbothermal reduction and magnetic separation, offering more efficient and sustainable alternatives to traditional hydrometallurgy and pyrometallurgy techniques.

Researchers at National University of Singapore have developed graphene aerogels with SiC nanowires and carbon nanotubes for effective microwave radiation protection, featuring strain-tunable properties and environmental durability.

Element Energy has commissioned 53 MWh second-life battery storage project in Texas using 900 repurposed EV batteries, operating on ERCOT grid since May 2024.

Schneider Electric and Glencore have partnered to create a closed-loop system for recycling copper and implementing digital automation technologies to increase efficiency and reduce emissions in copper mining operations.

Researchers developed two novel porous organic polymers (POPs) based on tetralactam macrocycles for selective gold recovery from electronic waste, achieving high capture capabilities of 1.27 and 0.72 g per gram.

US Department of Energy has announced $70.8M funding for EV battery recycling and manufacturing modernization, including $50M for automotive industry transformation and $11.5M for battery recycling infrastructure.

Researchers reviewed environmental problems of emerging toxic metals and treatment technologies, focusing on soil and sediment contamination from electronic waste and industrial sources.

Element Energy has commissioned a 53 MWh energy storage facility in Texas using 900 repurposed electric vehicle batteries, marking it as the world's largest second-life battery storage project connected to the grid. The company has partnered with LG Energy Solution Vertech and secured $111 million in funding, including a $73 million Series B investment and a $38 million credit line from Keyframe Capital Partners.