Rotterdam the Netherlands has safe and reliable lithium batteries for energy storage

4 FAQs about Rotterdam the Netherlands has safe and reliable lithium batteries for energy storage

What is SK TES Rotterdam battery recycling?

“The SK Tes Rotterdam Battery Recycling Plant is located in a key logistics hub in Western Europe, and it was developed utilizing a combination of SK Tes' innovative waste battery recycling technology and environmentally friendly approach,” Holberg says.

Can SK TES recycle lithium-ion batteries?

Global electronics and battery recycling company says its Rotterdam, Netherlands, plant has been equipped to handle 10,000 metric tons of lithium-ion batteries annually. SK Tes says its new plant's location at the Port of Rotterdam, Europe's largest seaport, “improves the efficiency and sustainability of SK Tes' operations.”

What are some examples of lithium-ion batteries in the Netherlands?

In almost all homes in the Netherlands there are already countless examples of lithium-ion batteries lying around, for example in mobile phones, laptops, cordless vacuum cleaners, robo-lawnmowers and electric bikes. More and more people also have an electric car with a big battery in the garage.

Are lithium-ion batteries safe?

Lithium-ion batteries are essential in many modern technologies, but they also pose significant safety risks, such as fire and explosion. Therefore, a comprehensive set of laws and guidelines have been developed in the Netherlands to ensure the safe production, storage, transportation and use of lithium-ion batteries.