Lithium is the lightest metal and a cornerstone of rechargeable batteries powering electric vehicles, portable electronics and energy storage systems. It also shows up in ceramics, lubricants, and pharmaceuticals. Umicore produces cathode active materials using high-purity lithium and recycles lithium from spent Li-ion batteries through both pyrometallurgical and hydrometallurgical processes to help close the loop.

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Sustainable procurement of battery materials