Norwegian battery materials developer Vianode and Italian cell manufacturer FAAM have successfully demonstrated a process to recycle anode graphite from production scrap. The companies converted recovered graphite concentrate into anode-grade material that matches the electrochemical performance of virgin graphite.
The partners are now scaling this technology for industrial deployment. The initiative aims to integrate higher volumes of recycled graphite back into the battery manufacturing supply chain, addressing a significant industry challenge regarding the reuse of this critical mineral.
Vianode has been actively expanding its recycling capabilities. In June 2026, the company signed a memorandum of understanding with the Aachen-based recycler cylib to validate recovered graphite concentrate for use in anode materials. This follows Vianode's initial launch of a recycled graphite product in April 2025.
