Kristiansand, Norway – Vianode, an advanced battery materials company, has introduced its first high-performance solution based on recycled graphite, aiming to meet the growing demand for sustainable electric vehicle (EV) and battery manufacturing. This new product marks a significant step towards closing the graphite loop in battery production and reducing reliance on virgin materials.
“Vianode is a driving force in sustainable production of batteries and battery materials, with localized production close to customers,” stated Dr. Stefan Bergold, Chief Commercial Officer at Vianode. “Our new recycled product completes the graphite loop in battery production, reducing reliance on virgin materials. It is a leap forward in making EV and battery production significantly less resource-intensive.”
The recycled graphite will enable North American and European battery and EV manufacturers to reduce dependence on imported materials and comply with regional regulations promoting domestic feedstock. It also supports the EU’s target of achieving 25% recycling of synthetic graphite by 2030.
Addressing Emission Challenges in Battery Production
Anode graphite, a key component in lithium-ion batteries, contributes significantly to battery cell emissions. Vianode’s Via ONE plant, which began production in 2024, has achieved a record-low climate impact of 1.9 kg CO₂ equivalents (CO₂e) per kg of graphite, representing a 90% reduction compared to conventional production.
Vianode’s new recycled graphite material aims to further reduce emissions, targeting 1.0 kg CO₂e per kg graphite by 2030. This advancement offers automotive and battery manufacturers the ability to produce EVs with lower emissions and enhanced battery efficiency.
Proprietary Recycling Process for Enhanced Graphite Quality
Vianode’s proprietary recycling process recovers both synthetic and natural anode graphite, addressing environmental challenges associated with sourcing natural graphite. “Vianode’s proprietary recycling process enables us to recover both types of anode graphite, thereby limiting the environmental challenges traditionally associated with sourcing natural graphite,” explained Bridget Deveney, VP Product Development and Applications at Vianode. “We retain the natural graphite content and enhance product quality through improved homogeneity and customized performance specifications to meet specific customer requirements.”
The Vianode Technology Center in Kristiansand is currently researching additional recycled products to create a circular battery value chain in North America and Europe.
Vianode’s Vision for Sustainable Battery Materials
Vianode, backed by Altor, aims to supply advanced battery materials to 3 million EVs per year by 2030. The company operates the Via ONE plant in Norway and plans to establish large-scale plants across North America and Europe. Product samples and technical data sheets of the recycled graphite are now available for customer evaluation.
