In Pictures: Japanese GreenTech Firm GSA Opens Lithium-Ion Battery Recycling Lab in Biel/Bienne, Switzerland

GSA's new Biel/Bienne lab aims to close the loop on battery materials as recycling infrastructure expands across Europe.

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The facility will target used lithium-ion batteries, recovering valuable cathode materials for reuse.

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GSA's direct regeneration process is designed for NMC and LFP chemistries common in consumer and EV batteries.

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The partnership with the Swiss Battery Technology Center underscores growing pressure to curb battery waste.

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Commercializing cathode regeneration could reduce reliance on virgin raw materials in European battery supply chains.

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Battery recycling is emerging as a critical component of Europe's circular economy strategy.

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The Biel/Bienne laboratory joins a growing cluster of cleantech innovation at Switzerland Innovation Park.

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GSA plans to scale its recycling process toward European expansion following the lab's opening.

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Direct regeneration of cathode active materials could offer a lower-energy alternative to conventional hydrometallurgical recycling.

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