How do you solve a problem like lead battery recycling?

An increased global emphasis on low carbon initiatives is set to significantly increase the demand for batteries, leading to concerns surrounding the responsible management of lead throughout the lifecycle of automotive and industrial batteries. The rapid rise of electrification seemingly took us all by surprise – not least the automotive industry; but now there’s now stopping it. For example, it’s estimated that there will be more than 18 million electric vehicles on our roads by the end of the decade. The resulting increase in demand for batteries and energy storage technologies is already intensifying competition for access to raw materials. More worryingly, it may present growth opportunities to the unregulated recycling sector.