An $850,000 Western Australian Government grant will assist Envirostream Australia, a Livium subsidiary, in developing a battery recycling facility in the state.
The grant marks a significant milestone in Envirostream’s efforts to build a nationwide electronic waste (e-waste) management solution. The grant will be used to establish a cutting-edge battery sorting and dismantling recycling facility.
The Western Australian facility will focus on collecting, sorting, discharging and storing batteries. Batteries will then be transported to Envirostream’s Campbellfield facility for final processing to mixed metal dust and other metals. The facility is expected to play a pivotal role in transforming Envirostream’s collection capabilities and service footprint across the country.
The grant was awarded after a rigorous evaluation process by the State Government, which noted the facility’s quality, innovation and potential impact. The Western Australian Government recognises the value it will bring to the community and acknowledges Envirostream’s dedication and commitment to making a positive difference. The grant is subject to entering into a funding agreement with the Western Australian Government and customary due diligence checks, which are materially complete.
This grant forms part of the State Government’s broader commitment to e-waste recycling. It is part of recently announced $5.4 million in additional grants allocated to support e-waste recycling initiatives across the state. To date, the Western Australian government has allocated around $10 million in grants to boost the local e-waste recycling industry. This commitment underpins the importance of sustainable recycling infrastructure in Western Australia and aligns with the company’s objectives to drive environmental progress across Australia.
Developing this recycling facility is a core component of Livium’s strategic recycling roadmap. This roadmap envisions a comprehensive national battery collection, sorting and recycling network that establishes integrated end-of-life battery processing domestically.
Livium CEO and Managing Director, Simon Linge, said the grant represents a meaningful step forward in the company’s mission to establish a sustainable national battery recycling ecosystem.
“Western Australia’s grants seek to increase e-waste reuse, storage, collection, processing and recycling capabilities, creating jobs and supporting the state’s circular economy.
“We are grateful for the support and are committed to building a facility that will contribute to a greener future by efficiently managing e-waste and recovering valuable materials.”
Mr Linge said the company’s long-term recycling strategy also involves the development of battery processing capabilities in Western Australia and other states once minimum collection volumes are met.
“By fostering local recycling capabilities, we aim to strengthen Australia’s position in the global battery recycling industry and contribute to a circular economy.”
