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by leonidasrup 27 days ago
There is lot of hype around battery recycling, like claims: EV batteries are now more than 99% recyclable

https://electrek.co/2025/10/28/forget-the-myths-ev-batteries...

The information from scientific literature is much more realistic.

"All the current recycling methods of lithium-ion batteries have advantages and disadvantages concerning environmental impact, efficiency, and economic viability. However, a significant gap exists between academic research and industrial application. Researchers, policymakers, manufacturers, and recyclers should focus on greener methods with high recovery rates, low emissions, and minimal waste towards zero emissions. "

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S037877532...