NavPrakriti, a lithium-ion battery recycling and refurbishment company, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with IIT Kharagpur to strengthen innovation, research, and talent development in India’s battery recycling and critical minerals sector. The collaboration aims to support technological advancement and workforce development as the country accelerates its clean energy transition.
The partnership will focus on student internship programmes, joint research projects, skill development initiatives, and technology consulting activities related to battery recycling, refining, and refurbishment. The initiative is expected to help bridge the gap between academic research and industry requirements while promoting sustainable resource management.
Under the agreement, IIT Kharagpur students will receive practical exposure through internships and training programmes at NavPrakriti’s facilities. These opportunities will allow students to gain hands-on experience in battery recycling operations and develop skills required for the rapidly evolving battery value chain.
A key area of collaboration will be research on battery material recovery, hydrometallurgical refining, and advanced chemical extraction technologies. The joint efforts are expected to contribute to the recovery of critical minerals used in battery manufacturing and support the development of efficient recycling solutions for end-of-life batteries.
The partnership also aligns with India’s growing focus on resource circularity, battery waste management, and critical mineral security. As demand for energy storage and electric mobility continues to rise, the need for sustainable recycling technologies and a skilled workforce is becoming increasingly important for the sector’s long-term growth.
Through this collaboration, NavPrakriti and IIT Kharagpur aim to accelerate innovation in battery recycling while fostering research-driven solutions for the industry. The initiative is expected to support India’s broader sustainability goals and strengthen the country’s capabilities in battery recycling and critical mineral recovery.
