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August 17, 2025

Electroslag Refining (ESR) for Battery Recycling in Low-Cost Electricity Regions: Opportunities and Challenges

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SGSudhakar Geruganti

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Overview

Analysis shows electroslag refining enhances critical metal recovery from spent lithium-ion batteries, implying economic advantages in selected regions.

Key Points

  • Electroslag refining offers 40% lower operational expenses than hydrometallurgy, making it advantageous for battery recycling.
  • Cost-effective in regions with electricity prices around $0.03 to $0.05/kWh, specifically targeting cobalt and nickel recovery.
  • Adaptations for different regions are essential, with modifications for solar-rich areas to optimize processes.
  • Policy incentives, like tax credits linked to renewable energy, could further promote electroslag refining adoption.

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Sudhakar Geruganti (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68a36c360a429f79733307d5https://doi.org/10.31224/5034
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