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Melbourne's New Facility Aims for 90% Battery Recycling

9/12/2025

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A new Battery-in-Device Shredding (BIDS) facility in Melbourne aims to recover over 90% of valuable materials from discarded batteries.
The Victorian Government invested AU$2 million in the project through its Circular Economy Infrastructure Fund.
EcoBatt, the operator, highlights the need for safe management of embedded batteries to prevent hazardous waste incidents.
The facility processes approximately 2,000 pounds of devices per hour, boosting local recycling efforts.
As electric vehicle adoption increases, the recycling industry adapts to reclaim materials and lessen harmful mining practices.

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Story summary

A new Battery-in-Device Shredding (BIDS) facility in Melbourne aims to recover over 90% of valuable materials from discarded batteries.
The Victorian Government invested AU$2 million in the project through its Circular Economy Infrastructure Fund.
EcoBatt, the operator, highlights the need for safe management of embedded batteries to prevent hazardous waste incidents.
The facility processes approximately 2,000 pounds of devices per hour, boosting local recycling efforts.
As electric vehicle adoption increases, the recycling industry adapts to reclaim materials and lessen harmful mining practices.