Cirba Solutions to Build World-Class EV Battery Materials Facility in South Carolina
Cirba Solutions, a leading authority in battery materials and management for end-of-life batteries and gigafactory scrap, announced a significant Phase I investment of over $300 million. This investment will establish a world-class, lithium-ion electric vehicle (EV) battery recycling flagship facility in South Carolina. Boasting more than three decades of industry experience, Cirba Solutions has been instrumental in the creation of a sustainable closed-loop battery supply chain. In a bid to match the surging demand for critical materials required in EV batteries, the company is set to invest over $1 billion in the next five years to expand the necessary infrastructure.
The upcoming battery materials campus, sprawling across over 200 acres, will create more than 300 jobs. The location has been strategically chosen near Columbia, South Carolina, in Richland County, which will benefit from the significant economic impact of this project. The groundbreaking ceremony is slated for later this year, marking the beginning of the construction phase. The operational phase is anticipated to commence in late 2024, which will mark a significant step forward in addressing the critical demand for EV battery materials.
“The State of South Carolina and Richland County have been tremendous partners in supporting Cirba Solutions’ strategy to build a sustainable battery materials supply chain,” said David Klanecky, President and CEO of Cirba Solutions. “We are proud to bring this battery materials mega-site to Richland County, which will create generational jobs in the state and support an amazing community. Additionally, it shows our commitment to provide sustainably sourced and domestic battery-grade raw materials for cathode production in North America.”
The State has been a magnet for economic development centered on sustainability and high-tech manufacturing that will bring jobs with an environmental focus to the area.
“South Carolina has worked hard to create a business environment where the electric vehicle industry can thrive, and with announcements like this it is most certainly paying off. We are proud to have Cirba Solutions as a partner as we continue to grow our already booming electric vehicle industry,” said South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster.
Beyond merely creating jobs, Cirba Solutions is deeply committed to partnering and giving back to the communities in which it operates. As part of this commitment, the new facility in South Carolina will serve not only as a recycling hub but also as a center for education and professional training. Leveraging its vast industry experience and knowledge, the company aims to enlighten the community about the processing technology for end-of-life batteries. Emphasizing on clean energy, the facility will ensure that eco-conscious operational practices are employed in processing these materials, converting them back into reusable battery materials. This move underscores Cirba Solutions’ dedication to creating a sustainable closed-loop supply chain for EV batteries, while also investing in the local community.
“We are thrilled to be expanding our footprint and partnering with the state of South Carolina. This flagship battery materials site is crucial to the success of North America’s battery supply chain and is strategically located to support our partners,” said Luke Kissam, Chairman of Cirba Solutions’ Board.
The South Carolina campus is in addition to Cirba Solutions’ expanded Lancaster, Ohio and Trail, British Columbia facilities that have been processing batteries for decades. The company’s expanding footprint is bringing hundreds of new jobs to local communities, expanding the battery and sustainability sectors, and providing critical materials for electric vehicle manufacturing.
About Cirba Solutions
Cirba Solutions is the most trusted and only complete service provider in the battery management industry, taking batteries at end-of-life, processing them to extract critical materials and supplying those materials back into the supply chain. With an operational, differentiated platform, its full suite of capabilities addresses lithium-ion and cross-chemistry battery demand supporting a circular battery supply chain for the industry. It is the leader in end-to-end battery recycling management solutions, offering battery-centric logistics, collection program solutions, second-life applications and validating cathode production, with technological processes that emphasize environmental compliance. Cirba Solutions combines the resources and expertise of Heritage Battery Recycling, Retriev Technologies and Battery Solutions.
