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Nissan and Stena Recycling give used EV batteries a new life

Nissan and Stena Recycling give used EV batteries a new life

Nissan and Stena Recycling have entered a strategic partnership to develop and expand the reuse of second-life electric vehicle batteries in Norway. With over 80,000 Nissan LEAFs on Norwegian roads, Nissan has established a new value chain for batteries that are no longer suitable for road use. 

The partnership combines Stena Recycling’s expertise in recycling and reuse with Nissan’s experience in electric vehicle technology, laying the foundation for a circular business model that

GF EcoMate: the 24/7 smart heat source management service from GF Building Flow Solutions

GF EcoMate: the 24/7 smart heat source management service from GF Building Flow Solutions

GF Building Flow Solutions’ new business model GF EcoMate is a 24/7 heat source management, combining intelligent software and IoT sensors to optimize heating systems. The solution achieves an average of 30% energy savings, leveraging real-time building occupancy insights and weather forecasting for precise energy adjustments. Designed for light commercial buildings, EcoMate offers a unique business model with a risk-free contracting service fee based on shared cost savings and no hardware

Evonik's New Co-Binder TEGO® Res 1100 Improves Plastic Waste Deinking

Evonik's New Co-Binder TEGO® Res 1100 Improves Plastic Waste Deinking

Evonik Coating Additives is driving circularity in packaging recycling with its innovative new co-binder, TEGO® Res 1100.

  • Faster, better recycling: Improves recyclate quality for true circularity
  • Deinks at low temperatures: Saves energy and time
  • Broad compatibility: Easily integrates into existing solventborne ink formulations without affecting performance
  • Food contact compliant: Allows for broad usage including food packaging applications

The industry challenge

The circular economy