The new independent and sustainable lithium hydroxide refinery near Redcar, UK, will be all-electric in an effort by Tees Valley Lithium to future-proof the plant.
As the aluminum industry seeks to reduce its climate impact, electrification is one solution that could help reduce emissions and dependence on fossil fuels.
The lithium-ion battery industry’s climate footprint is being scrutinized, putting pressure on all parts of the production chain to become more energy efficient and sustainable.
As interest in sustainability increases among lithium-ion battery manufacturers, there’s been a surge in interest for electric and energy-efficient heating solutions.
As legislators and customers alike demand a clean lithium-ion battery production chain, a good start is to replace fossil fuels in the production process with electricity wherever possible.
Seeking new opportunities is vital to success, experts say. Considering the speed of change, all organizations need to be innovative in order not to become obsolete in their field.
The global energy crisis and easier siting of plants make a strong case for transitioning from gas to electric heating technology for lithium refining, especially in the long run.