Chile has launched the LIBR3 initiative, led by CircularTec and funded by Corfo, to give a second life to lithium batteries from electric vehicles by repurposing them for stationary energy storage systems. The three-year project focuses on R&D, technological validation, regulatory framework development, and assessing the full battery lifecycle to recover valuable materials like lithium, cobalt, and nickel. LIBR3 also addresses challenges such as safety protocols, supply chain coordination, and the lack of regulations for second-life battery use.
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