Changing Market Dynamics of Battery Scrap Recycling in India

Lead-acid batteries are the most recycled product worldwide, and the recycling of these products not only conserves resources but also ensure a clean environment. The efficiency and productivity in the processing of lead recycling are key for the entire Industry. The recycling process includes handling used lead-acid batteries, transporting them to a recycling centre, using environmentally conscious smelting and refining processes, and efficiently removing lead compounds from the batteries for recycling. Environmental compliance is a concern to the Industry, specifically in territories like India. We have invested many resources into our facilities in India to ensure that the recycling of used lead-acid batteries is environmentally friendly. Our presentation covers a brief about secondary lead market dynamics in India, best practices for recycling, Gravita as an organisation and Gravita’s contribution for the recycling of lead-acid batteries.

Presenters

VijayPareek

Vijay Pareek

Executive Director, Gravita India Limited

Vijay has over 30 years of distinguished work experience with Indian companies like Grasim Industries Limited, Larsen & Toubro Limited, Aditya Birla Group and GRAVITA. During the past 30 years, Vijay’s assignments have been spread over the power, non-ferrous metal and engineering sectors. The core competencies include the formulation of Business Strategies, Planning & Budgeting, Financial analysis, Market Analysis and Merger & Acquisitions. At the present Vijay is Executive Director of Gravita India Ltd and head for the Company’s global business. He is a regular Speaker and participant at various international conferences associated with Lead recycling.