The rapid growth of electric mobility and energy storage solutions across Southeast Asia has triggered a parallel surge in lithium-ion battery waste. Yet, the region remains in the early stages of building a comprehensive recycling ecosystem capable of handling this influx. In this session, a clear picture of the current lithium-ion battery recycling landscape in Southeast Asia will be presented, focusing on Malaysia and Indonesia. The presentation will cover key challenges—including the lack of harmonised regulations, limited collection networks, and technological barriers—and how industry leaders like EcoNiLi are turning these challenges into opportunities.

Drawing on real case studies and operational data, we will explain how hydrometallurgical processes are being applied to safely and efficiently recover critical materials, such as black mass. Attendees will gain insights into scalable recycling models, regional supply chain dynamics, and how a circular economy approach can turn battery waste into valuable resources, contributing to both sustainability goals and economic growth.

This session is ideal for technical delegates seeking practical knowledge of how lithium-ion recycling is being implemented in Southeast Asia.