Recyclekaro expands recycling capacity to 24,000 tonnes, widening India’s circular economy

By Staff Report March 1, 2025 2:57 pm IST

Recyclekaro, an e-waste management and lithium-ion battery recycling business, expanded its operations, increasing its total recycling capacity to 24,000 tonnes annually at its state-of-the-art facility in Palghar, near Mumbai.

The expansion boosts Recyclekaro’s e-waste recycling capacity from 7500 MT to 24000 MT per year and battery recycling capacity from 4200 MT to 10,000 MT per year, advancing India’s green agenda through sustainable solutions for e-waste, battery waste, and plastic recycling.

India generates over 3.2 million tonnes of e-waste annually, with lithium-ion battery waste growing at a 30% CAGR. Recyclekaro’s expanded capacity directly addresses these challenges, accelerating the country’s transition to a cleaner, more sustainable future. This development is vital for mitigating the environmental risks associated with improper battery disposal while recovering valuable resources for reuse. Recyclekaro remains committed to a zero-disposal approach, ensuring that all waste is recycled or repurposed, aligning with its mission to minimise landfill waste and promote circularity.

“As we expand, we remain focused on pioneering innovative recycling solutions that will redefine the industry. By leveraging advanced technology and sustainable practices, Recyclekaro is driving India’s shift towards a circular economy. Our vision is to create a future where resources are infinitely reusable, contributing to a cleaner, greener planet,” said Rajesh Gupta, Founder & Director, Recyclekaro.

Equipped with cutting-edge technology, Recyclekaro’s Palghar facility recovers critical metals, such as lithium, cobalt, nickel, and manganese, with over 95% efficiency and 99.5% purity. These metals are crucial for the production of sustainable energy storage solutions. To date, Recyclekaro has successfully recycled 26,632 MT of e-waste and 8,432 MT of lithium-ion batteries, furthering its dedication to environmental sustainability.