CellMine’s core technology is a patent-pending chemical recycling process that rejuvenates cathode materials from lithium-ion battery black mass, including Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) chemistries. Using novel green solvents at temperatures below 120°C, it selectively dissolves lithium, cobalt, and nickel to yield two high-purity (>99.5% battery-grade) product streams—a cathode precursor precipitate and a lithium-rich solution. The process improves material morphology and is designed for scalable regional or national deployment.
Recycled cathode precursor precipitate and lithium-rich solution, both achieving >99.5% battery-grade purity and enhanced morphology for direct use in new battery manufacturing.
CellMine secured initial funding validation through the Ecosurety Exploration Fund and received a £500,000 grant from Innovate UK for an 18-month development phase focused on scaling up technology and assessing commercial viability. It is collaborating with the University of St. Andrews to test and validate performance of its recycled cathode materials in new battery designs, preparing for potential pilot plant construction.
CellMine has secured a pre-seed investment led by Zinc VC, grant funding from Innovate UK, and initial support from Ecosurety Exploration Fund.
