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EV battery recycling has a math problem

21 days ago

EV battery recycling faces economic challenges, with some salvage yards paying to dispose of batteries rather than making money.
Valuable minerals like nickel and cobalt are being replaced by cheaper iron phosphate in newer batteries, reducing recycling profitability.
Colorado passed a law requiring manufacturers to take responsibility for recycling EV batteries, aiming to prevent environmental hazards.

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