According to ILA, 99% of lead batteries in Europe and the US are collected at the end of their life and recycled to produce lead needed for new batteries, creating a truly closed-loop circular economy. Ecobat’s closed-loop recycling system means we manage the recycling process from start to finish, from collection through recycling through production of metal alloys, recycled plastics and materials from sulfur and, finally, distribution and servicing of new batteries.  We accomplish this using  our extensive global network of collection, recycling and distribution facilities. This allows us to maximize the recyclability of and return from recycled batteries, increasing value to our customers and enabling greater sustainability.

The process begins with collecting batteries for recycling and delivering them to our facilities. The core material from these batteries is then recovered and refined to manufacture the highest quality lead and lead alloys, over 80% of which is returned to battery manufacturing. By keeping batteries within our network, we minimize the logistical requirements of transporting batteries and reduce our environmental impact.

Alongside our lead production and recycling operations, Ecobat also manages the reclamation of polypropylene used in the development of premium polymer solutions. For more than a decade, we’ve been developing PP-recyclate as a high-quality alternative to industry polymers.