Livium Ltd (ASX:LIT, OTC:LMMFF) has picked up an A$850,000 grant from the Western Australian Government to establish a battery recycling facility as part of the state’s electronic waste infrastructure funding program.
“This grant from the WA Government represents a meaningful step forward in our mission to establish a sustainable national battery recycling ecosystem,” CEO and managing director Simon Linge said.
“WA's grants seek to increase e-waste reuse, storage, collection, processing and recycling capabilities, creating jobs and supporting WA's circular economy.”
Recoverable metals
The grant, awarded to Livium’s subsidiary Envirostream Australia Pty Ltd, will support the development of a WA-based facility for battery collection, sorting, discharge and temporary storage.
This facility will handle batteries locally before they are transported to Envirostream’s Campbellfield plant in Victoria for final processing into Mixed Metal Dust (MMD) and other recoverable metals.
The WA facility is expected to significantly expand Envirostream’s capacity, strengthening its collection network and supporting a broader national battery recycling strategy.
Bolstering recycling infrastructure
The grant is part of the WA Government’s recent A$5.4 million in additional funding for e-waste recycling, bringing the total state commitment to nearly A$10 million.
This initiative aims to bolster WA’s recycling infrastructure in line with environmental goals, supporting local e-waste processing and reducing reliance on overseas disposal.
The grant will propel Livium’s long-term plan to create a nationwide battery recycling framework, building towards self-sufficiency in end-of-life battery processing.
“We are grateful for the support and are committed to building a facility that will contribute to a greener future by efficiently managing e-waste and recovering valuable materials,” Linge said.
“The company’s long-term recycling strategy also involves the development of battery processing capabilities in WA and other states once minimum collection volumes are met.
“By fostering local recycling capabilities, we aim to strengthen Australia’s position in the global battery recycling industry and contribute to a circular economy.”