Japanese automaker Honda and battery materials manufacturer Princeton NuEnergy have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to collaborate on the development of lithium-ion battery recycling technologies.
Since 2022, the companies have conducted joint technical validation of Princeton NuEnergy’s plasma-based direct cathode-to-cathode recycling and upcycling technologies for lithium-ion battery manufacturing scrap and end-of-life materials.
Through this work, Princeton NuEnergy has produced rejuvenated nickel manganese cobalt (NMC) cathode active material that has performance characteristics comparable to primary raw material. This supports Honda’s long-term goals for resource circularity and electrification, the companies said.
The strategic partnership will focus on collaborative validation projects and the potential for future commercial-scale applications that align Honda’s global electrification strategy and Princeton NuEnergy’s goal to expand cost-efficient production of battery-grade cathode active materials through a closed-loop platform.
“Our work with Honda shows strong technical alignment and a clear pathway for advancing circular battery materials. This MOU reflects a shared commitment to accelerating the next phase of sustainable, high-performance material production,” said Dr. Chao Yan, co-founder and CEO of Princeton NuEnergy.
Source: Princeton NuEnergy
