Battery recycling pioneer Altilium has achieved a significant milestone in clean energy innovation by recycling over 97% of the lithium and 99% of the graphite from Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) batteries at its UK plants. This groundbreaking achievement addresses a critical challenge within the electric vehicle (EV) sector, as LFP batteries are becoming increasingly common.
Altilium’s patented EcoCathode technology has proven highly effective in extracting valuable materials for reuse in new battery manufacturing. This innovation is particularly timely, as the demand for LFP batteries in the UK is expected to grow from 18% of the EV market in 2027 to 25% by 2035, according to data from the Advanced Propulsion Centre.
“The rise in LFP battery adoption presents both a challenge and an opportunity for recyclers,” said Altilium COO Dr. Christian Marston. “At Altilium, we are developing solutions to ensure these batteries are recovered, helping to drive the UK’s circular battery economy.”
Marston also emphasized the commercial and environmental benefits of the company’s approach. “Our pioneering EcoCathode technology allows us to recover lithium and graphite efficiently, making LFP recycling both commercially viable and environmentally essential. By expanding our ability to recycle LFP batteries alongside Nickel Manganese Cobalt (NMC) batteries, we are strengthening the UK battery supply chain and supporting the transition to a cleaner, greener transport industry.”
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