Charging towards Sustainability The Circular Revolution of EV Battery Recycling

Ankit Sharma is the Co-Founder & Director, Vidyuta Materials Pvt. Ltd., which stands at the forefront of innovation in the energy storage industry, pioneering the manufacturing of cutting-edge battery materials for the batteries used in energy storage systems (ESS), electric vehicles (EVS), mobiles, laptops, etc.

- Ankit Sharma

Currently, Vidyuta is engaged in the manufacturing of cathode active materials (CAM) for lithium-ion cells. As a joint venture with Lohum Ecotech Pvt. Ltd. (one of the country's largest lithium-ion battery recyclers and refiners), Vidyuta embodies a commitment to sustainability and technological advancement, with a vision to revolutionize the energy storage industry in India and the rest of the world by creating a closed loop battery ecosystem.

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Vidyuta Materials Pvt. Ltd. initially started with a state-of-the-art pilot manufacturing facility, with an initial annual production capacity of 200 tonnes or 150 MWh focused on high nickel cathode active materials. The current plant can grow up to 1 GWh annual capacity of materials which will include production of high nickel materials as well as LFP (Lithium Ion Phosphate). The facility not only produces the final material, but also the necessary precursors for cathode active materials, which is a crucial process for achieving self-sustainability. Vidyuta and Lohum have already signed an MOU with Tamil Nadu to establish one of the largest integrated facilities in India. This facility will be developed in phases and is expected to eventually produce approximately 10 GWh capacity of cathode active materials, including both high nickel and LFP.

Embracing sustainable practices and a commitment to a greener planet, Vidyuta follows the circular economy principle, ensuring that materials are reused, repurposed, and recycled wherever possible. This approach minimizes environmental impact and positions Vidyuta as a leader in sustainable manufacturing practices.