The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) and the Qilu University of Technology have signed a memorandum of understanding for a cooperative project titled “Critical Technologies for Comprehensive Recycling and Regeneration of Spent Power Lithium-ion Battery”. Led by Dr YU Xiaoliang, Department of Mechanical Engineering of PolyU, and Prof. ZHU Yunhai, High-Tech Industry (Pilot) Base of the Qilu University of Technology (Shandong Academy of Sciences), the collaboration aims to establish a joint research laboratory to conduct research and development on the critical technologies for comprehensive recycling and regeneration of spent power lithium-ion battery through a long-term and in-depth strategic partnership. It is expected to further contribute to the sustainable development of the lithium-based new energy industry.
As the demand for electric vehicles continues to surge, the production of power lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) has also seen a corresponding rapid increase. This phenomenon has led to an explosive rise in the number of spent power LIBs. Addressing this challenge, comprehensive recycling and regeneration, including the recovery and reuse of spent LIBs, emerges as a promising development direction to maximize resource utilization.
The signing ceremony for the framework agreement was held on 28 May at the 2024 Shandong-Hong Kong Science and Technology Innovation Cooperation Conference in Hong Kong Science & Technology Parks. The document of cooperation was signed by Prof. DONG Cheng, Associate Vice President (Mainland Research Advancement) of PolyU and Prof. WU Yantao, Secretary of the Party Committee of Qilu University of Technology, and Mr LIN Wu, Secretary of the Shandong Provincial Party Committee, also attended this ceremony.
Through such collaborative efforts, both parties will explore opportunities for research and technology transfer in the critical technologies for comprehensive recycling and regeneration of spent power lithium-ion batteries. The signing of this Memorandum of Understanding serves as a record of the current understanding of the potential scope of cooperation and reach a preliminary understanding of the framework for further discussion. This collaboration is believed that the efficacy of recycling technologies will be facilitated, thereby supporting the global transition towards a carbon-neutral future.
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