en.Wedoany.com Reported - Bridge Green has inaugurated its state-of-the-art critical mineral recovery facility, named the "Circularity Hub," in Chennai, marking a significant step forward in strengthening India's circular economy and critical mineral supply chain.
Positioned as Tamil Nadu's first dedicated critical mineral recovery plant for lithium-ion batteries, the launch comes at a time of growing strategic collaboration between India and the United States in the fields of critical minerals and advanced energy technologies.
With an annual processing capacity of 7,200 metric tons, the circular economy hub is designed to recover critical mineral-bearing materials from spent lithium-ion batteries and battery manufacturing scrap. Through urban mining and advanced recycling processes, the hub aims to transform battery waste into valuable resources that can be reintegrated into the domestic manufacturing ecosystem.
According to the company, the plant was built with a focus on safety, quality, sustainability, and resource efficiency. The recovered materials are expected to help strengthen India's critical mineral security and reduce dependence on imported raw materials, thereby supporting the rapidly growing battery and clean energy industries.
The inauguration was attended by Thiru Arul Prakasam M, MLA of Saidapet constituency, and Thiru S. Vijayakumar, MLA of Gummidipoondi constituency, who highlighted Tamil Nadu's growing role in India's transition to advanced materials and clean energy technologies.
The event also drew participation from numerous industry leaders, including Thiru Srinivasan, CEO of the Centre for Advanced Automotive Research (CAAR), and ALN Rao, Head of Sustainability at Recykal, who recognized the importance of developing domestic battery recycling and critical mineral recovery capabilities.
Bridge Green stated that the Circularity Hub represents a long-term commitment to building a sustainable and resilient energy ecosystem through the recovery, reuse, and recycling of critical materials essential for the clean energy transition.
The facility is expected to contribute to India's broader goals, including promoting resource circularity, supporting electric vehicle adoption, and establishing a secure domestic supply chain for critical minerals needed for battery and renewable energy technologies.
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