Ascend Elements produces recycled lithium carbonate from used Li-ion batteries at commercial scale

Published: Sep 9, 2025 13:32

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[SMM New Energy News Flash] Ascend Elements, a U.S.-based battery recycling company, has successfully produced over 99% pure recycled lithium carbonate (Li₂CO₃) from black mass at commercial scale for the first time at its Covington, Georgia facility. The company currently operates a 3,000-ton-per-year lithium recovery line and plans to expand production to over 15,000 tons annually in the U.S. and Europe by 2027. This achievement enhances energy independence and supply chain security, as both the U.S. and Europe largely rely on imports from South America and China. Studies show Ascend’s recovery process reduces CO₂ emissions by up to 86% compared with traditional mining, marking a breakthrough in sustainable critical mineral sourcing.

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