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Japan recovers up to 90% lithium from used EV batteries
Researchers in Japan have developed a new method to recover up to 90% of lithium from used electric vehicle batteries. The process uses a chemical treatment that separates lithium efficiently, addressing a key challenge in battery recycling. This could reduce reliance on mining and lower EV battery costs.
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While promising, scaling this lab method to industrial volumes and ensuring cost-effectiveness remain significant hurdles.
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