TECHNOLOGY SUMMARY

The EC-Leach technology, developed by researchers at Idaho National Laboratory, is an electrochemical process that effectively leaches cobalt, nickel and other valuable constituents from Li-ion battery electrodes.

AREA/MATURITY/AWARDS

Primary Application Area: Materials & Manufacturing

Technology Development Status: Prototype

Technology Readiness Level: TRL 5

Vetted Programs/Awards: This technology is funded by the Department of Energy's Critical Materials Institute.

SHOWCASE SUMMARY

Organization Type: Academic/Gov Lab

Website: https://inl.gov/

GOVT/EXTERNAL FUNDING SOURCES

External Funding to Date: This technology is funded by the Department of Energy's Critical Materials Institute.