• Shyamkumar Parikh

The rapid global transition toward electrification, driven by the rise of electric vehicles (EVs), renewable energy systems, and portable electronics, has significantly increased the demand for rechargeable batteries, particularly lithium-ion batteries (LIBs). While these technologies play a pivotal role in achieving low-carbon energy goals, they also pose substantial challenges concerning the management of end-of-life batteries. Without effective recycling strategies, spent batteries contribute to environmental pollution, resource depletion, and safety risks. Battery recycling not only helps recover valuable metals like lithium, cobalt, and nickel but also minimizes the environmental footprint associated with raw material extraction. This research explores the current landscape of battery recycling, highlighting technological advancements such as hydrometallurgical, pyrometallurgical, and direct recycling techniques. Hydrometallurgical methods have gained traction due to their ability to selectively recover materials under relatively mild conditions, while direct recycling offers potential cost and energy savings by preserving battery components for reuse. The integration of automation and AI in sorting and disassembly processes further enhances recycling efficiency and worker safety. However, despite these advancements, the industry faces notable challenges. These include the lack of standardization in battery design, economic barriers that make recycling less competitive than mining, safety hazards during transport and dismantling, and insufficient infrastructure, especially in developing countries. Additionally, regulatory frameworks and consumer awareness vary significantly across regions, hindering effective implementation. The study emphasizes the need for a coordinated approach involving policymakers, manufacturers, researchers, and consumers to develop sustainable battery recycling ecosystems. Recommendations include eco-design of batteries, incentives for recycling infrastructure, international collaboration, and investment in innovative technologies. Ultimately, overcoming these challenges is essential to ensuring the long-term sustainability of energy storage systems and reducing the environmental impact of battery use in a clean energy future.

Battery Recycling, Lithium-Ion Batteries, Energy Storage, Sustainable Technology, Hydrometallurgy, Pyrometallurgy, Direct Recycling, Resource Recovery, Circular Economy, Environmental Sustainability

"Advancements and Challenges in Battery Recycling: Paving the Way for Sustainable Energy Storage", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.11, Issue 6, page no.K789-K801, June-2024, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2406A92.pdf

"Advancements and Challenges in Battery Recycling: Paving the Way for Sustainable Energy Storage", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.11, Issue 6, page no. ppK789-K801, June-2024, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2406A92.pdf