American Battery Technology Company (ABTC), established in 2011 and headquartered in Nevada, specializes in sustainable battery material production and recycling. The company operates through three main divisions: lithium-ion battery recycling, primary battery metal manufacturing, and resource development. ABTC has positioned itself as a significant contributor to the domestic supply chain of critical battery materials, supporting the growing demands of electric vehicles, energy storage systems, and consumer electronics industries. Their focus on environmentally responsible practices and innovative processing methods has earned them recognition from the U.S. Department of Energy and other prominent industry stakeholders.
Battery Technology
ABTC’s technological foundation centers on its proprietary hydrometallurgical battery recycling process, which efficiently recovers high-purity metals like lithium, cobalt, nickel, and manganese from end-of-life batteries. This process stands apart from traditional recycling methods by avoiding high-temperature smelting, instead utilizing chemical extraction techniques that minimize environmental impact while maximizing material recovery rates. The company has also developed advanced extraction technologies for processing lithium-bearing sedimentary resources, specifically tailored to Nevada’s geological conditions. These technologies enable the production of battery-grade lithium hydroxide through an environmentally conscious process.
Their battery recycling system includes an innovative inline water treatment component that operates in a closed loop, enhancing the purity of recovered materials while conserving water resources. Additionally, ABTC’s universal recycling system can process various battery types, from small consumer electronics to large-format electric vehicle batteries, demonstrating exceptional versatility in handling different battery chemistries and configurations.
Recent Projects
In January 2025, ABTC secured a $144 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy to construct their second lithium-ion battery recycling facility. This new facility will process 100,000 tonnes of battery materials annually, five times the capacity of their first plant. The project involves collaborations with BASF, Siemens, Clemson University, and Argonne National Laboratory. Construction is scheduled to begin in 2025, creating 1,200 construction jobs and 300 permanent operational positions. The company also recently commissioned a first-of-kind facility for manufacturing battery-grade lithium hydroxide from Nevada claystone deposits.
Investors
ABTC’s financial backing includes significant institutional investment, with a $10 million registered direct offering announced in December 2024 and a $50 million debt financing through senior-secured convertible notes. Major shareholders include Vanguard Global Advisers LLC (2.975%), BlackRock Institutional Trust Co. NA (0.9043%), and Geode Capital Management LLC (0.7565%). The company has also received substantial government support through competitive federal grants totaling over $150 million.
Business Details
Location: Reno, Nevada, United States
Website: https://americanbatterytechnology.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/abtcompany/
