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NavPrakriti Launches Lithium-Ion Battery Recycling Plant Near Kolkata

NavPrakriti Launches Lithium-Ion Battery Recycling Plant Near Kolkata

NavPrakriti has opened a new plant near Kolkata to recycle old batteries!

This plant will take used lithium-ion batteries and process them to recover valuable materials.

The founder was inspired by the government's focus on recycling and sustainable tech.

The plant can currently handle 1000 tonnes of batteries each month, and it is capable of processing more in the future.

They are working with battery makers and others to collect batteries for recycling, following government rules.

This initiative aims to help India grab a share of the growing global battery recycling market.

It will also help with responsible disposal of battery waste and aid in recovering critical minerals.

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