This black powder from old batteries could be worth more than gold

A Hidden Treasure in Your Old Phone

Picture this: that old smartphone sitting in your drawer contains materials worth more per pound than many precious metals. When we throw away batteries, we're literally throwing away treasure. The dark, powdery material inside spent batteries – called "black mass" – is quickly becoming one of the most valuable substances on Earth. Read more...

How India's approach to battery waste will determine its energy future and economic independence

India's Electric Revolution: A Double-Edged Opportunity

India is racing toward an electric future at breakneck speed. With over 1.5 million electric vehicles already on our roads and ambitious targets of 30% EV adoption by 2030, we're witnessing one of the world's fastest clean mobility transitions. Read more...

The Tipping Point: Why Now?

For decades, India remained largely dependent on fossil fuels and imported technology for its energy needs. However, a perfect storm of global events, policy shifts, and technological maturation has suddenly made lithium-ion battery manufacturing a national priority. The question isn't whether India needs this ecosystem—it's whether India can afford not to build it. Read More...