Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Chunyan Xiong, Kang Kan, Ziyun Xie, Chengchong Wang, Xiaolei Li, Yuanlai Xu, Yafen Dai, Jiangman Sun, Jiajun Gao, Bin Shan, Jian Pu
Summary: The recovery of high-valued metals like Li and Co from spent Li-ion batteries is crucial for sustainability. This study proposed a novel molecular design strategy, which inserted another group between two -COOH groups on an organic acid to activate them. Based on this strategy, a solvent named dicarboxylated polyethylene glycol (dcPEG) was chosen to leach Li and Co from LiCoO2. It showed outstanding leaching performance and could simultaneously extract Co and Li with an efficiency of almost 100%. This work not only provided a promising solvent but also inspired researchers in the field of molecular design.
ACS SUSTAINABLE CHEMISTRY & ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Yeonjae Jung, Bongyoung Yoo, Sungcheol Park, Yonghwan Kim, Seongho Son
Summary: This study proposes a new method for selective leaching and recovery of lithium from spent batteries, achieving over 80% lithium leaching through a roasting process after nitric acid deposition. The research findings indicate that high-purity lithium nitrate can be obtained under specific conditions.
Review
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Youngjun Shin, Seoa Kim, Sanghyuk Park, Jimin Lee, Jihyeon Bae, Dongwoo Kim, Hyeoncheol Joo, Sungho Ban, Haeun Lee, Yonghoon Kim, Kyungjung Kwon
Summary: This review comprehensively covers the direct recycling process of spent Li-ion batteries (LIBs), including liberation and regeneration processes, separation technologies, degradation mechanisms of cathode active materials, regeneration methods, and electrochemical performance of regenerated materials. The impacts of impurities during the direct recycling process are discussed, and research issues for commercialization are suggested.
RENEWABLE & SUSTAINABLE ENERGY REVIEWS
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Lingyu Kong, Zhaowen Wang, Zhongning Shi, Xianwei Hu, Aimin Liu, Wenju Tao, Benping Wang, Qian Wang
Summary: Salvaging valuable metals from cathode materials of spent lithium-ion batteries is a promising strategy for green and sustainable development. The use of methanol as a reducing agent for the acid leaching of cathode materials allows efficient extraction of cobalt and lithium. The leaching process is diffusion-controlled, and methanol is transformed into formic acid to enhance leaching.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Arif Jumari, Cornelius Satria Yudha, Endah Retno Dyartanti, Muhammad Nizam, Suranto, Agus Purwanto
Summary: The study aims to recover lithium from spent lithium-ion batteries and regenerate cathode materials. It was found that lithium can be efficiently extracted from spent cathodes and high purity Li2CO3 can be obtained. The regenerated cathode material exhibited good performance.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY-JMR&T
(2022)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Zaowen Zhao, Bao Zhang, Jingtian Zou, Pengfei Li, Zihang Liu, Lei Cheng, Xing Ou, Jiafeng Zhang
Summary: With the increasing demand for electric vehicles, the manufacture of lithium-ion batteries and the consumption of rare resources such as lithium and cobalt are being accelerated. To explore high-efficiency resource reuse, researchers have synthesized high-capacity Ni-rich LiNi0.92Co0.05Mn0.03O2 from a Ni-Co-Cu-Fe alloy powder obtained from recycling spent batteries. The regenerated cathode material exhibits well-crystallized structure and spherical morphology, with promising electrochemical performance.
JOURNAL OF ENERGY STORAGE
(2022)
Review
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Gaolei Wei, Yuxuan Liu, Binglei Jiao, Nana Chang, Mengting Wu, Gangfeng Liu, Xiao Lin, XueFei Weng, Jinxing Chen, Liang Zhang, Chunling Zhu, Guiling Wang, Panpan Xu, Jiangtao Di, Qingwen Li
Summary: This article explores the obstacles to the practical implementation of direct recycling of Li-ion batteries (LIBs) and provides potential solutions. It emphasizes the need for long-term collaboration among manufacturers, battery producers, and recycling companies to advance fully automated recycling of spent LIBs. Lastly, a smart direct recycling framework is proposed to achieve the full life cycle sustainability of LIBs.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Siyu Zhang, Chenglong Zhang, Xihua Zhang, En Ma
Summary: This study proposes a method to recover Li and Co metals from spent LCO batteries using an NH4Cl-acid leaching system and mechanochemical activation. The method achieves high leaching efficiencies by controlling the parameters.
ACS SUSTAINABLE CHEMISTRY & ENGINEERING
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Xiaojian Liu, Yayun Ma, Xiangyang Zhou, Juan Yang, Hongyi Kang, Yuehui He, Jingjing Tang, Fanyun Su, Wan Yang, Yaguang Zhang
Summary: With the increasing demand for lithium resources, it is crucial to selectively recover lithium from spent lithium-ion batteries (LIBs). In this study, a novel biomass reducing agent waste bamboo powder (BP) is proposed, and its thermal reduction mechanism on spent cathode powder (SCP) is explored. The addition of gas-solid reaction in the BP reduction process is found to be superior to carbonized non-activated carbon (NC) and activated carbon (AC). Through a two-stage leaching process of water leaching and low concentration acid leaching, more than 99% of lithium is preferentially recovered from the reducing residue. This research achieves low-cost, green and selective recovery of lithium from spent LIBs, with broad industrial application prospects.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Aminul Islam, Srimonta Roy, Masud Ali Khan, Pronoy Mondal, Siow Hwa Teo, Yun Hin Taufiq-Yap, Mohammad Tofayal Ahmed, Tasrina Rabia Choudhury, G. Abdulkreem-Alsultan, Shahjalal Khandaker, Md Rabiul Awual
Summary: This study focused on the environmentally benign recovery of cobalt, manganese, nickel and lithium from waste Lithium Nickel Manganese Cobalt oxide batteries using citric acid. By optimizing the leaching conditions, high recovery rates were achieved under low temperature interface reaction control. The diffusion controlled leaching reaction showed lower environmental impact compared to other methods.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Zhiming Yan, Anwar Sattar, Zushu Li
Summary: This study presents an improved method for lithium recovery from Li(NixMnyCo1-x-y)O2 cathode materials, combining carbothermal reduction and water leaching. The reduction products at different temperatures are clarified, and the effects of various factors on lithium leaching efficiency are analyzed. The results show that the improved lithium extraction process can effectively recover over 93% of lithium with a purity greater than 99.5%. Additionally, the effect of aluminium and copper impurities on the lithium recovery rate is investigated.
RESOURCES CONSERVATION AND RECYCLING
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yu Wang, Yanan Tu, ZhiQiang Xu, Xi Zhang, Yang Chen, EnZe Yang
Summary: This manuscript investigates the properties of metal impurities in spent NCM materials and proposes an effective method for their removal. The combined method of magnetic separation, alkaline leaching, and ammonia leaching can remove Fe, Al, and Cu from spent NCM materials, showing great potential for industrial-scale recycling.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yu Wang, Zhiqiang Xu, Meijie Sun, Yanan Tu, Xusheng Duan
Summary: In this paper, a potential method for the closed-loop recovery and regeneration of cathode materials from spent lithium-ion batteries is developed, which successfully removes metal impurities from the batteries and synthesizes layered oxide LiNi1/3Co1/3Mn1/3O2 materials.
ACS SUSTAINABLE CHEMISTRY & ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Junjian Zhou, Shen Wang, Xinyu Wang, Chengyu Zhang, Zhengguo Gu, Tong Zhou, Zhiye Yuan, Ting Long, Jiang Yin, Yahui Yang, Lishan Yang
Summary: ZnxMn2O4/carbon, recycled from spent alkaline batteries, was used as a cathode material in aqueous zinc batteries, demonstrating excellent specific capacity and cycling stability.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Qian Hu, Hong Zhong, Zhanfang Cao
Summary: The preferential leaching of Li and Ni from spent lithium-ion batteries was proposed for the first time. The stable structure of cathode material was destroyed by reduction roasting, and then Li and Ni were leached in sodium persulfate solution. The leaching efficiencies of Li and Ni reached 95.07% and 96.02% under the optimized conditions, respectively. Kinetic analysis showed that the leaching process was controlled by surface chemical reaction. XPS, XRD, thermodynamic analysis, and SEM-EDS were used to explore the mechanism. This method could effectively simplify the recovery and separation process, providing a new thought for the utilization of spent lithium-ion batteries.
SEPARATION AND PURIFICATION TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Xiaojian Liu, Bei Wang, Yayun Ma, Xiangyang Zhou, Juan Yang, Yuehui He, Jingjing Tang, Fanyun Su, Wan Yang
Summary: This study proposes a combined process of reduction roasting of herb-medicine residue and oxalic acid leaching to improve the recovery efficiency of lithium from spent lithium-ion batteries. By utilizing the reducing gas produced from the pyrolysis of herb-medicine residue, the layered structure of the cathode powder is destroyed and converted into Li2CO3, Ni, Co, and MnO. Additionally, selective extraction of lithium is achieved using oxalic acid, and the efficiency and kinetics of lithium extraction are improved under the combined action of herb-medicine residue and oxalic acid.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Muxina Konarova, Nuno Batalha, Gabriel Fraga, Mohamed H. M. Ahmed, Steven Pratt, Bronwyn Laycock
Summary: This study presents a proof of concept for a technology that integrates PET recovery from mixed plastic waste and plastic pyrolysis. By depolymerizing PET into TPA using a low volatility oil as medium, it achieves low-pressure operation and a selective separation and recovery of TPA from the product mix. Full PET conversion and high TPA recovery were achieved, making it an effective solution for processing mixed waste streams and improving the yield and quality of liquid product from thermal pyrolysis compared to untreated feedstock.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Zhenhua Sun, Jing Li, Xuejiang Wang, Siqing Xia, Jianfu Zhao
Summary: This study investigated the influence of in-situ formed MgFe2O4 on the hydrothermal treatment of swine manure. The results showed that the in-situ formation of MgFe2O4 improved the dehydration and decarboxylation of organic components in swine manure, thereby improving its carbonization degree. Furthermore, it enhanced the stabilization of heavy metals and the retention of phosphorus. MgFe2O4 modified hydrochars exhibited remarkable adsorption capacity for Pb(II) and Cu(II) without any leaching of heavy metals.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yijing Jiang, Boyang Leng, Jingxin Xi
Summary: The increased generation of municipal solid waste has had a significant impact on the economy, environment, and public health. The current waste treatment process has limitations. By developing a comprehensive social costing model, this study assesses the impacts of municipal solid waste management throughout its life cycle and provides policymakers with best practices and feasibility information.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Marina Hernandes de Paula e Silva, Ricardo Coser Mergulha, Jose Geraldo Vidal Vieira, Andrea Brasco Pampanelli, Rodrigo Salvador, Diogo Aparecido Lopes Silva
Summary: This study developed and implemented a self-assessment tool to assist companies in decision-making processes for establishing circular flows based on Lean Manufacturing and Circular Economy principles. The tool utilized a maturity model and was applied to nine companies of varying characteristics. The findings revealed that certain companies showed higher maturity in water-waste and chemical-emissions management, with larger enterprises focusing on these strategies. However, many companies lacked sufficient training and employee awareness prior to seeking cleaner alternatives, and comprehensive actions to manage the product lifecycle were lacking. To address these gaps, the tool provided tailored recommendations for each company to improve their processes, products, and value chain.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Gamze Dogdu, Turgay Pekdemir, Sanaz Lakestani, Seyda Karabork, Osman Cavus
Summary: This paper presents data on food waste associated with mini size food packaging services, highlighting the difficulties in emptying the food and consumer wastefulness as the main causes. These findings have significant implications for the sustainability of food and relevant packaging.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Qingxia Li, Xin Kong, Yuxin Chen, Jianan Niu, Jia Jing, Jin Yuan, Yifeng Zhang
Summary: This study investigates how to enhance methane production from food waste after hydrothermal pretreatment. The results demonstrate a significant increase in methane yield when zero-valent iron and magnetite are used together, and high organic loading is favorable for methane production. Microbial diversity analysis further reveals the dominant pathways and metabolic processes involved in methane generation.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
D. H. H. Sim, I. A. W. Tan, L. L. P. Lim, E. T. Lau, B. H. Hameed
Summary: The development of controlled-release fertilizer formulation is important for preventing environmental pollution caused by nutrient leaching and volatilization. This study combined biochar-based fertilizer with encapsulation technology to improve the nutrient release mechanism. Optimal conditions for synthesizing urea-impregnated biochar (UIB) were determined using central composite design, and the release of nitrogen was described by mathematical models. Results showed that encapsulated UIB (EUIB) achieved complete release of nitrogen in water and exhibited improved water retention in sandy-textural soil. Therefore, EUIB derived from peppercorn waste has the potential to be used as a sustainable controlled-release fertilizer for agriculture.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yuchuan Wang, Neslihan Akdeniz
Summary: Incorporating biochar into composting systems can increase compost temperatures. This study developed a heat transfer model for a biochar-amended co-composting system and found that biochar increased thermal conductive losses but also enhanced microbial activity, resulting in an overall increase in total heat unit. When biochar was applied on the surface, it mainly functioned as an insulator.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
George Tsalis, Birger Boutrup Jensen, Jessica Aschemann-Witzel
Summary: This paper empirically explores the relationship between retail price promotions and household food waste. The results show that households with a higher proportion of discount food purchases and environmental awareness tend to waste less food, while larger households and those lacking food handling skills tend to waste more food.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Lukas Friederici, Arne Koch, Patrick Martens, Jana Pantzke, Sebastiano Di Bucchianico, Thorsten Streibel, Christopher P. Rueger, Ralf Zimmermann
Summary: The increasing demand for lightweight materials has led to a rise in fiber-reinforced plastic (FRP) production. However, the properties and compositional range of FRPs pose challenges to recycling strategies. Pyrolysis has emerged as a promising method for separating the fibers from the polymer matrix. This study investigated the pyrolysis process using thermal analysis and high-resolution mass spectrometry, and also assessed the toxicity of the recovered fibers using an in vitro model.
Review
Engineering, Environmental
Devika Kannan, Shakiba Khademolqorani, Nassibeh Janatyan, Somaieh Alavi
Summary: This paper introduces Smart Waste Management (SWM) that applies Industry 4.0 technologies in waste management. A framework called SWM4.0 is developed, which highlights the importance of smart people, smart cities, smart enterprises, and smart factories in achieving successful waste management. The paper also suggests future research directions and managerial implications.