Themed collection Energy Materials Redesign, Reuse and Repurpose

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Open Access Tutorial Review

Supercritical CO2 technology for the treatment of end-of-life lithium-ion batteries

Supercritical fluid technology is a promising approach for sustainable and efficient resource recovery (especially fluorinated binders and electrolytes) from end-of-life lithium ion batteries with significant economic and environmental perspectives.

Graphical abstract: Supercritical CO2 technology for the treatment of end-of-life lithium-ion batteries
From the themed collection: RSC Sustainability Recent Review Articles
Open Access Critical Review

Remanufacturing of perovskite solar cells

For improved sustainability, remanufacturing is a vital loop of a circular economy. We detail progress on remanufacturing strategies for perovskite solar cells and highlight key aspects that need advancement to deliver a sustainable technology.

Graphical abstract: Remanufacturing of perovskite solar cells
From the themed collection: RSC Sustainability Recent Review Articles
Open Access Accepted Manuscript - Paper

Reduced graphene oxide from dead Li-ion batteries with β-Co(OH)2 as potential electrode for enhanced charge storage capabilities

Open Access Paper

Upcycling of lithium cobalt oxide to LiNi1/3Mn1/3Co1/3O2

Upcycling of lithium cobalt oxide (LCO) into lithium nickel manganese cobalt oxide (NMC111) cathode material using acetone antisolvent crystallization of citrate leachate followed by sol–gel synthesis with complementary metal acetate or sulfate salts.

Graphical abstract: Upcycling of lithium cobalt oxide to LiNi1/3Mn1/3Co1/3O2
Open Access Paper

Spent graphite from lithium-ion batteries: re-use and the impact of ball milling for re-use

The growing demand for lithium-ion batteries over the last decade, coupled with the limited and geographically confined supply of high-quality battery-grade graphite, underscores the importance of recycling graphite from spent batteries.

Graphical abstract: Spent graphite from lithium-ion batteries: re-use and the impact of ball milling for re-use
Open Access Paper

Upcycling of low value end-of-life cathode material into next generation cathode materials

Low value Mn based spinel from an EOL EV battery is selectively leached and upcycled to higher value next generation cathode materials.

Graphical abstract: Upcycling of low value end-of-life cathode material into next generation cathode materials
Open Access Paper

Recycling hazardous and energy-demanding piezoelectric ceramics using an oxide–halide perovskite upside-down composite method

Both Pb-based and Pb-free piezoceramics find a new purpose as fillers in upside-down composites fabricated with an ultralow energy budget, providing a second life to sensors and energy harvesters.

Graphical abstract: Recycling hazardous and energy-demanding piezoelectric ceramics using an oxide–halide perovskite upside-down composite method
Open Access Paper

Optimizing geographic locations for electric vehicle battery recycling preprocessing facilities in California

Optimizing the location of lithium ion battery preprocessing facilities.

Graphical abstract: Optimizing geographic locations for electric vehicle battery recycling preprocessing facilities in California
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About this collection

As the world moves away from using fossil fuels to produce energy, demand for alternative materials is increasing. In order to ensure a sustainable supply of energy materials in the future, it is vital that they can be recycled and used again. This collection highlights research that aims to make this a reality.

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