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Ultium Cells and Li-Cycle collaborate to expand recycling in North America

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Ultium Cells LLC, a joint venture between General Motors and LG Energy Solution, announced an agreement with Li-Cycle to recycle up to 100% of the material scrap from battery cell manufacturing. Ninety-five percent of these materials can be used in the production of new batteries or for adjacent industries.

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Government of Canada, Québec invest in GM-POSCO CAM plant in Québec

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CAM are key battery materials that consist of components such as processed nickel, lithium and other materials that make up about 40% of the cost of a battery. The project was first announced in March 2022 to supply General Motors’ fast-expanding battery production in North America.

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GM joins IRMA to certify sustainability and human rights in EV supply chain

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As automotive battery demand expands globally, access to battery materials is of increasing importance. GM says that its work with the initiative will also foster collaboration with other companies to share best practices and drive transformation of the mining industry toward more responsible operations.

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GM signs major Li-ion supply chain agreements: CAM with LG Chem and lithium hydroxide with Livent

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General Motors announced two major Li-ion battery supply chain agreements, one with LG Chem for cathode active material (CAM), and one with Livent for the supply of battery-grade lithium hydroxide. Livent will provide battery-grade lithium hydroxide to GM over a six-year period beginning in 2025.

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GM battery fabrics funding in Quebec to manage $1 billion

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Basic Motors and South Korea’s Posco Date M stated they are going to make investments extra to extend the manufacturing capability at their chemical battery fabrics facility in Canada, taking their estimated overall funding within the plant to over US$1 billion.

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GM battery fabrics funding in Quebec to supremacy $1 billion

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Basic Motors and South Korea’s Posco Day M mentioned they are going to make investments extra to extend the manufacturing capability at their chemical battery fabrics facility in Canada, taking their estimated overall funding within the plant to over US$1 billion.

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The Importance of Recycling and Repurposing EV Batteries

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However, this shift introduces a new challenge: the recycling of EV batteries. These batteries, essential to the operation of EVs, eventually reach the end of their life cycle. This duration is influenced by several factors: Battery Type: Different battery chemistries have varying lifespans.