The article discusses the growing issue of electronic waste (e-waste), particularly focusing on lithium-ion batteries. In 2022, 62 billion tonnes of e-waste were produced, with only 22.3% recycled. Alban Regnier from Volt R and Alberto Tosoni from Ecomet Refining highlight the importance of reconditioning and recycling these batteries. Regnier emphasizes the potential for repurposing batteries with significant residual capacity, while Tosoni discusses the challenges of recycling processes. The article underscores the environmental impact and the need for better battery lifecycle management in Europe. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)