ProtectLiB

ProtectLiB, a spin-off from the University of Graz, specializes in lithium-ion battery recycling for electric vehicles. Founded by Jürgen Abraham, Tobias Kopp, and Chris Pichler, they offer a patented, compact on-site system that safely recovers lithium, cobalt, and nickel without heat, reducing costs and environmental impact.

Company Location

Country:

Austria

City:

Graz

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Company Overview

ProtectLiB is a University of Graz spin-off founded by Jürgen Abraham, Tobias Kopp, and Chris Pichler. Based in Graz, Austria, it develops innovative lithium-ion battery recycling solutions for electric vehicles, aiming to maximize material recovery and minimize environmental impact.

Battery Technology

ProtectLiB’s patented, container-sized recycling system operates without heat to separate lithium, cobalt, and nickel from liquid electrolytes, producing non-hazardous residuals. It reduces emissions by approximately 70% compared to traditional mining, safely processes damaged batteries, and enables on-site deployment to cut transportation costs.

Products

A compact, container-sized recycling unit offering cost-effective, on-site processing of end-of-life batteries to recover lithium, cobalt, and nickel, reducing environmental footprint and transportation needs.

Recent Projects

Pilot project at the Greinbach business park with Green Testing Lab for CE certification, site planning, and logistics; end-to-end recycling services for OEMs and battery manufacturers; decentralized processing solutions for waste management firms; sustainability and regulatory compliance consulting.

Investors

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