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It seems better to reuse Lithium Batteries than to recycle the Lithium

Discussion in 'Environmental Discussion' started by JimboPalmer, Nov 6, 2019.

  1. JimboPalmer

    JimboPalmer Tsar of all the Rushers

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    My understanding is that it’s quite common to reuse EV battery cells in stationary applications after 10-15 years in cars. Pretty commonly used in rapid chargers, UPS systems, “power smoothing,” etc.
     
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    Bingo.

    All these used HEV/BEV batteries can and will be removed, remanufactured and repurposed into stationary battery backup for the grid. The first company that figures out the right combination will make a killing.