Sustainability

Lead-acid battery recycling has a critical role in reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and mitigating environmental impacts. Recycling these batteries decreases the need for raw material extraction, lowers energy consumption, and reduces harmful emissions. This report presents the environmental benefits, particularly GHG reduction, of recycling one ton of used lead-acid batteries (ULABs) using current recycling processes.

Greenhouse Gas Emission Reductions

Recycling lead-acid batteries results in significant GHG savings:
1. GHG Emission Reductions: Recycling lead-acid batteries can cut CO2 emissions by 1.65 metric tons per ton of battery recycled. This stems from reducing the need for primary lead production, which is a highly energy-intensive process.
2. Energy Savings: Recycling also saves up to 75% of the energy required for primary lead extraction. This energy efficiency translates directly into fewer emissions, as less fossil fuel is consumed.

Environmental Impact Reduction

The recycling of one ton of ULABs significantly reduces environmental pollutants:
1. Lead Pollution Mitigation: Proper recycling reduces lead emissions, which are harmful to human health and ecosystems. Pyrometallurgical processes, a common recycling method, capture lead more efficiently, preventing its release into the environment. By recycling, up to 98% of the lead in ULABs can be recovered.
2. Reduction in Sulfur Dioxide (SO2) and Particulate Emissions: Emissions of sulfur dioxide and particulate matter, often associated with primary lead production, are significantly curtailed during the recycling process. Lead-acid battery recycling reduces these pollutants by about 50% compared to virgin production.
3. Water Contamination Prevention: Hydrometallurgical methods used in some recycling processes limit the release of toxic metals into water systems. This method can reduce hazardous waste generated from recycling by 90%, greatly improving overall sustainability

By providing an effective and environmentally safe solution to battery waste, Dubatt is contributing to saving resources, preventing pollution, protecting public health, creating jobs, and supporting the circular economy. Our commitment to sustainable practices and a green future is unwavering, and we are proud to play a vital role in protecting the planet for future generations.