Disposal Of Batteries Research Articles

A novel process for multi-stage continuous selective leaching of lithium from industrial-grade complicated lithium-ion battery waste

Lithium-ion batteries are widely used in fields such as electric vehicles, portable electronic devices, energy storage systems, and medical equipment, and their indispensable and irreplaceable characteristics are highly regarded. However, extensive disposal of lithium-ion batteries occurs due to severe electrochemical property degradation. These waste batteries, as high-grade secondary resources, have become exceedingly valuable, especially given their lithium content far exceeding the mineable grade from conventional mining processes. Recovering this lithium not only contributes to the circular utilization of resources but also yields substantial economic benefits. This paper presents an innovative method that directly and selectively leaches lithium from industrial-grade composite lithium-ion battery waste. Unlike conventional methods, which require the separation of cathode active materials from other components, this method directly acts on complicated mixed powders, achieving a high leaching rate of lithium and exceptional leaching selectivity (Li extraction rate is higher than 96 %, while the extractions of iron, copper, aluminum, nickel, cobalt, and manganese are all lower than 1 %). Furthermore, a multi-stage continuous leaching process has been developed, enabling efficient selective leaching and enrichment of lithium from industrial-grade mixed waste materials. This method is suitable for various compositions of industrial lithium-ion battery waste and has demonstrated excellent industrial prospects in mini-pilot industrial experiments. Additionally, the paper investigates the washing, purification, and precipitation processes, resulting in a high-concentration and high-purity lithium-rich solution after four-stage washing and two-stage purification. And battery-grade lithium carbonate can be obtained after precipitation. Moreover, the economic evaluation calculations confirm that this method is profitable and feasible. This new method offers advantages such as high leaching rates, excellent selectivity, a streamlined process, low costs, wide applicability, environmental friendliness, and feasibility for industrialization. It represents efficient and sustainable technology with promising applications.

The impact of communication and proximity on citizens’ sustainable disposal of e-waste

PurposeThe purpose of this study is to demonstrate how decision-makers can enhance citizens’ sustainable disposal of e-waste through bin proximity and ad hoc communication. Specifically, the authors discuss a two-year research project that took place in Northern Italy, where the authors documented the number of products disposed of sustainably in four towns.Design/methodology/approachThe project involved five main groups of stakeholders: i) four municipalities, ii) one social purpose organisation employing people with disabilities, (i.e. Andromeda), iii) one provider of bins (i.e. PubliCittà), iv) another social purpose organisation entity (i.e. Fondazione CRT) and v) the University of Portsmouth. After conducting three online pilot tests to confirm expectations of this study regarding how to enhance citizens’ sustainable disposal of e-waste, the authors have implemented the field pilot programme in a small municipality and successively in other three towns. Finally, the authors measured the impact of the programme on the actual recycling rate of citizens in the three target municipalities.FindingsThe authors found that the positioning of drop-off bins in such a way as to reduce the distance from as many households as possible, along with the use of communication that facilitates the understanding of information related to sustainable disposal schemes, can improve the sustainable behaviour of citizens. The sustainable disposal of exhausted batteries after the intervention improved by 135% on average in the three municipalities that adopted the disposal scheme (Saluggia, San Benigno Canavese and Santhiá). The disposal rate of toners and electronics increased by 204.0% and 318.75% (San Benigno Canavese) and 138.7% and 85.4% (Santhiá), respectively.Research limitations/implicationsThe authors believe it would be cautious to consider potential differences in terms of recycling cultures and facilities before implementing the programme in other countries.Practical implicationsThe authors’ contribution shows decision-makers how to effectively design disposal schemes to enhance citizens' sustainable behaviour. The authors demonstrate how the thoughtful and responsible use of marketing levers can affect environmental sustainability and impact social development.Social implicationsThis paper has an actual impact on society by changing citizens’ behaviour, reducing harm to the environment and human well-being and supporting the inclusion of disadvantaged people in sustainability-oriented programmes.Originality/valueThe structured and equitable engagement of scholars with multiple stakeholders can lead to the co-creation of societal value and knowledge and improve the well-being of multiple stakeholders. The collaboration between academics and practitioners enables the definition of effective strategies by observing the actual behaviour of individuals (i.e. citizens) and offers a direct and measurable impact on society. The involvement of social purpose organisations reinforces the shared primary aim of achieving measurable social and environmental impact.

Investigative didactic sequence for the teaching of electrochemistry addressing the disposal of batteries

Abstract Electrochemistry is an essential context for understanding current energetic technological processes, especially those that use batteries. On the other hand, it is one of the most neglected subjects in the classroom for reasons of associated complexity. Because of this, we have sought new methodological strategies to overcome the difficulties encountered in teaching practice. Thus, this research aims to investigate the possible contributions of a didactic sequence on the disposal of batteries from the teaching by research for the learning of electrochemistry. A qualitative methodology, a case study, applied in a high school class was adopted. The sequence consisted of six methodological steps: implementation of the problem situation; developed hypotheses; a class on electrochemistry; investigative experiment on the decomposition of batteries in aqueous solutions; systematization and communication of results. The results showed that before the application of the didactic sequence, most of the students did not know the dangers that improper disposal of batteries causes to the environment and did not understand how galvanic cells generate electrical energy from a redox reaction. After the sequence was developed, most students were able to identify and conceptualize the main electrochemical terms studied from a critical thought about this problem.

Recycling and Reuse of Waste Batteries from Electric Vehicles: A review

As sales of electric vehicles rapidly increase, the amount of waste batteries is also rapidly increasing. Accordingly, social interest in the recycling and reuse of waste batteries is rapidly increasing. Waste battery recycling refers to the process of reprocessing waste batteries and extracting valuable water for reuse. Reuse of waste batteries refers to the process of using them again for the same purpose after undergoing a slight conversion process. Currently, related technology development is required, and related policies are insufficient. Looking at the global trend, a waste battery collection system is being established through the labeling system and producer responsibility recycling system, battery performance and safety evaluation standards are being established, and efficient and safe transportation systems are being established. Since it is not clear who is responsible for each stage of the problem in the disposal of waste batteries, a history management system is needed. It is important to efficiently extract and recycle waste battery resources, but it is also necessary to develop battery technology free from resource scarcity. In this review, recycling and reuse-related technologies of waste batteries, battery-related policies, and rare metal replacement technologies were explored, and directions for future waste battery policies were presented.

Raising awareness in sustainable environment education: Waste batteries

The aim of this study is to provide training for science teachers on batteries, areas of use of batteries, types of batteries, things that should be paid attention to while using batteries, waste batteries, and collection, handling, recovery and/or disposal of waste batteries, and help teachers receiving the training to raise awareness among grade 5 students on these issues. The study was carried out with 58 science teachers and 575 secondary school grade 5 students. Within the scope of the study, a detailed training on the issue was provided to the teachers and attempts at raising awareness among students in four lessons were made by the teachers receiving the training. Data were obtained by making students draw “adventure of the waste battery” themed pictures and write “story of the waste battery” themed compositions as a pre-test before the workshop and a post-test after the workshop. Data were analyzed using content analysis. As a result of the study, it was observed that awareness was raised among students on the elements available in batteries, battery powered objects, points of disposal for waste batteries, places of waste battery bins, recycling of waste batteries, positive effects of collection of waste batteries, negative effects of waste batteries, and things to be done to avoid these negative effects.

Literature Review on Power Battery Echelon Reuse and Recycling from a Circular Economy Perspective.

Developing new energy vehicles (NEVs) is necessary to grow the low-carbon vehicle industry. Many concentrated end-of-life (EoL) power batteries will cause large-scale environmental pollution and safety accidents when the time comes to replace the first generation of batteries if improper recycling and disposal methods are utilized. Significant negative externalities will result for the environment and other economic entities. When recycling EoL power batteries, some countries need to solve problems about lower recycling rates, unclear division of echelon utilization scenarios, and incomplete recycling systems. Therefore, this paper first analyzes representative countries' power battery recycling policies and finds out the reasons for the low recycling rate in some countries. It is also found that echelon utilization is the critical link to EoL power battery recycling. Secondly, this paper summarizes the existing recycling models and systems to form a complete closed-loop recycling process from the two stages of consumer recycling and corporate disposal of batteries. The policies and recycling technologies are highly concerned with echelon utilization, but few studies focus on analyzing application scenarios of echelon utilization. Therefore, this paper combines cases to delineate the echelon utilization scenarios clearly. Based on this, the 4R EoL power battery recycling system is proposed, which improves the existing recycling system and can recycle EoL power batteries efficiently. Finally, this paper analyzes the existing policy problems and existing technical challenges. Based on the actual situation and future development trends, we propose development suggestions from the government, enterprises, and consumers to achieve the maximum reused of EoL power batteries.

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Performance Analysis of Regenerated rGO Electrodes from Spent Li-ion Battery Anodes for Secondary Energy Device Applications

At the end of their life, disposal of Li-ion batteries is a severe issue. Therefore, this study aims to recycle graphite from the spent anode material and synthesize reduced graphene oxide (rGO) in an eco-friendly approach. rGO was prepared from graphene oxide (GO), which is obtained from the spent graphite (G) by the modified Hummer’s method. The graphene powder was reduced by ascorbic acid at 60 °C through a chemical reduction process using GO. The structural morphology of G, GO, and rGO was characterized by X-ray diffraction (XRD), Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy, ultraviolet–visible (UV–vis) spectroscopy, X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), Raman spectroscopy, field-emission scanning electron microscopy (FE-SEM), and high-resolution transmission electron microscopy (HR-TEM). The Brunauer–Emmett–Teller (BET) surface area and porous behavior of rGO are studied and checked for their capacity in supercapacitor applications. The cyclic voltammogram of rGO (between 0.0–1.0 V) showed a pair of redox peaks corresponding to the electrical double-layer capacitance. The galvanostatic charge/discharge studies for rGO showed a discharge capacity of 278.5 F/g after 200 cycles (coated on a glassy carbon electrode) and 207.9 F/g after 2000 cycles (coated on a Toray carbon electrode) at a 1 A/g current density.

Affordable Electric Three-Wheeler in Bangladesh: Prospects, Challenges, and Sustainable Solutions

With rapid urbanization and population growth, there has been a significant increase in the demand for public transport. Fossil-fuel-based internal combustion vehicles are increasingly fulfilling the transport demand and are creating negative impact on the environment. Electric three-wheeler (E3W) vehicles have better prospects in public transport in Bangladesh. The demand and usage of E3W vehicles are increasing rapidly because of their pollution-free and passenger-friendly services. However, there are many challenges, including vehicle stability, regulation, energy supply, battery disposal, etc. This paper discusses the prospects and challenges of the E3Ws in Bangladesh in terms of technological and environmental aspects. The paper addresses the issues of E3W, such as existing structural problems, inherent limitations, consequences of uncontrolled battery charging, and improper battery disposal. Potential solutions to tackle these challenges have been suggested for future sustainable transport in Bangladesh. An overview of existing policies regarding E3W in Bangladesh has been presented, and some recommendations have been made to facilitate the integration of E3Ws in the public transport domain. A review of the technologies can provide a base for strategic E3W policy for the next generation of sustainable transport policies and can help policymakers to frame strategies aiming for clean technology and sustainable development of the transportation system in Bangladesh.

Sequential flue gas utilization for sustainable leaching and metal precipitation of spent lithium-ion battery cathode material: Process design and techno-economic analysis

The growing use of lithium nickel manganese cobalt oxide (NCM) batteries has necessitated increased recovery of cathode materials for sustainable battery recycling given the limited metal source, and to mitigate the negative environmental impact of battery disposal. Acid leaching and the use of precipitants are essential for selective metal extraction in the recycling process. However, the excessive use of chemicals degrades the economic performance of the recycling process. In this study, we propose and simulate a novel lithium-ion battery (LIB) recycling system through sequential SOX, NOX, and CO2 utilization of industrial flue gas in the following four processes: sulfuric acid and nitric acid regeneration from SOX, NOX, acid leaching of cathode materials, Na2CO3 regeneration from sulfur and nitric-free flue gas, selective precipitation. In the sequential flue gas capture and utilization, the H2O2 is used as a wet absorbent for both desulfurization and denitrification, and produces 3.3 M H2SO4 and 7.18 M HNO3. NaOH is used for CO2 utilization, and 2.32 M of Na2CO3 is produced. We expected that the sequential flue gas utilization reduced the acids and precipitant consumption in the battery recycling process, which was more advantageous than the conventional recycling process by 2.70%.

Directional High-Value Regeneration of Lithium, Iron, and Phosphorus from Spent Lithium Iron Phosphate Batteries

As lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) are undergoing unprecedented development in electric vehicles (EVs) and renewable grids, recycling spent battery disposal is becoming the dominating issue considering the urgent demand for sustainable resources and eco-friendly development. However, existing recovery methods for spent LIBs still suffer from complex processes and low processing efficiency. Herein, an effective pyroprocessing-based strategy was proposed to recycle spent lithium iron phosphate (LFP) materials, featuring full element regeneration and conversion of high-value products. Specifically, over 99% Li was extracted and converted into high purity lithium carbonate (>99%), while Fe and P were further converted into value-added Fe2P2O7 and Na4P2O7, respectively. Due to the benefits of high efficiency of metal extraction and the reuse of all valuable elements, the pyroprocessing-based strategy potentially generates the profit of 1.44 $ kg–1 of LFP batteries, over three times more than that of the conventional hydrometallurgical process, while the discharges of wastewater and residue are reduced by 66.3 and 93.9%, respectively. This study provides a new pyroprocessing-based approach to the green recovery of all elements of LFP materials in spent LFP batteries.

Environmental Impact Assessment of LiNi1/3Mn1/3Co1/3O2 Hydrometallurgical Cathode Recycling from Spent Lithium-Ion Batteries

The global demand for lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) has witnessed an unprecedented increase during the last decade and is expected to do so in the future. Although the service life of batteries could be expanded using Circular Economy approaches such as repair or remanufacture, batteries will inevitably become a huge waste stream as electric vehicles gain popularity. Battery recycling reintroduces end-of-life materials back into the economic cycle and prevents landfill scenarios. The reclamation of materials from spent batteries in general, and cathodes in particular, reduces the pressure over finite critical raw materials such as cobalt, nickel, lithium, or manganese and avoids severe heavy metal contamination issues associated with battery disposal. To establish a sustainable battery-recycling industry, the environmental impact assessment of cathode-recycling approaches is urgently needed. Accordingly, a life-cycle assessment methodology is applied to quantify and compare the environmental impacts of nine hydrometallurgical laboratory-scale LIB cathode-recycling processes in 18 impact indicators such as global warming potential. The LiNi1/3Co1/3Mn1/3O2 cathode is selected given its predominant market share among electric vehicles. Hydrometallurgical recycling approaches based on inorganic acid-leaching (hydrochloric, sulfuric, and phosphoric acids), inorganic alkali-leaching (ammonia/sodium sulfite), organic leachates (citric, formic, or lactic acids), and bio-leaching processes are analyzed. Scaling up the recycling to 1 kg cathode, global warming values from 25.1 to 95.2 kg·CO2-equiv per 1 kg of recycled cathode are obtained. The processes based on HCl and H2SO4/H2O2 and the autotrophic bio-leaching process are preferred to lower greenhouse gas emissions and toxicity- and resource-related potential impacts. The choice of chemicals, the energy consumption, and more importantly, material efficiency emerge as the cornerstones to achieve environmentally sustainable processes. A sensitivity analysis demonstrates the potential to reduce the impacts by transitioning to a renewable energy mix, reaching a global warming value of 5.01 kg·CO2-equiv·kgcathode–1. These results provide guidance toward further process optimization through eco-design approaches, securing the long-term sustainability of LIBs.

Biodiesel production from tucumã (Astrocaryum aculeatum Meyer) almond oil applying the electrolytic paste of spent batteries as a catalyst

Improper disposal of batteries can cause several environmental problems. Thus, this work aimed to apply the electrolytic paste (SB) of spent AA batteries as a catalyst. The SB was heat-treated (400 and 800 °C) and characterized by FTIR, XRF, XRD, TGA, SEM-EDX, titratable acidity, and soluble alkalinity. Although the thermal treatment changed the constituent phases, a majority presence of manganese and zinc was observed in the materials. The extracted tucumã almond oil was also characterized, showing a high percentage of saturated fatty acids (75%) and high acidity (9.25 KOH/g oil). The untreated SB showed higher acidity (0.02 mmol/g) and, consequently, higher catalytic activity in transesterification reactions, resulting in good conversions (>97%). Temperature and reaction time were the most significant parameters, according to ANOVA. SB also showed high catalytic activity in the esterification of oleic acid, achieving good conversions (96%). Thus, the electrolytic paste proved to be a potentially efficient and eco-friendly catalyst for biodiesel production, even from highly acidic oils.

Waste battery disposal and recycling behavior: a study on the Australian perspective

Consumer behavior is a critical consideration for the development of sustainable waste management systems, including waste batteries, which pose a serious threat to human health and the environment if disposed of improperly. This study investigates the consumers’ perspective on the waste battery collection and recycling behaviors in Australia, and analyses their implications for the development of recycling schemes. The results show that, although general awareness exists among consumers about the negative impacts of improper disposal, this awareness was not reflected during the disposal of waste batteries among the participants. Insufficient knowledge about the waste battery collection points and convenience were the most important factors affecting the inappropriate disposal behavior from most of the consumers. Over 50% of participants were unaware of the collection points for waste batteries. The most-preferred battery collection systems involved a deposit return system similar to that used for bottle recycling in the state of New South Wales (NSW) or collection at supermarkets/retailers. The most preferred methods for providing an incentive to recycle batteries were “old-for-new” battery swaps, “vouchers that could be used for other items in a store,” and “cash payments.” Several policy implications have been highlighted from this pioneering study that could shape the future development of sustainable waste battery management systems in Australia.

The Hazards of Electric Car Batteries and Their Recycling

In recent years, under the double pressure of energy exhaustion and environmental deterioration, the development of electric vehicles has become the major development trend of the automotive industry in the future. This paper discusses the problem of abandoned batteries caused by the limited life of a large number of batteries with the prosperity of new energy vehicle industry. This paper lists and analyzes the different characteristics of batteries commonly used by three new energy vehicles in the market :(1) lead-acid batteries will not leak in the use process due to tight sealing, but their use cycle is very short. (2) The production of nickel metal hydride battery is relatively mature, its production cost is low, and compared with lithium electronic battery is safer. (3) Lithium-ion batteries are made of non-toxic materials, which makes them known as “green batteries”. However, they are expensive to make and have poor compatibility with other batteries. Because discarded batteries pose a threat to human health and environmental sustainability, lithium-ion batteries may overheat and fire when exposed to high temperatures or when penetrated, releasing carbon monoxide and hydrogen cyanide that can be very harmful to human health. In addition, waste batteries will also cause water pollution and inhibit the growth and reproduction of aquatic organisms and other potential dangers. Therefore, it is necessary to recycle it efficiently. This paper then introduces the advantages of three recycling methods: step utilization and recovery, ultrasonic recovery and sodium ion battery. These recycling methods can maximize the reuse efficiency of waste batteries. This paper expects to find a better way to recycle waste batteries to solve the potential problems of improper disposal of waste batteries and reduce the environmental hazards of waste batteries.

Triangular Intuitionistic Fuzzy Aggregating and Ranking Function Approach for the Rating of Battery ‘End-of-Life’ Handling Alternatives

The increased adoption of intermittent renewable sources in the energy sector has also increased the use of battery storage systems. However, the negative impact which the improper disposal of batteries has on the environment has stirred debates on its sustainability. To ensure the proper disposal of battery waste, there is a need to identify and rank the most preferred battery ‘end-of-life’ handling alternatives. This paper focuses on identifying the most preferred ‘end-of-life’ handling alternatives for batteries using a modified triangular intuitionistic fuzzy aggregating and ranking function (TIFARF) model. To test the proposed modified TIFARF model, opinions from experts in the Nigerian renewable energy sector were collected, and the results show that the most preferred alternative is incineration, with a closeness coefficient of 0.130, while the least preferred alternative is recycling, whose closeness coefficient is 0.112. The results are an indication of a lack of facilities needed for the proper recycling of battery remains after their lifetime; if adequate facilities are available, the opinion of experts may be biased towards other alternatives. Future studies should focus on more battery ‘end-of-life’ handling alternatives and on countries with adequate facilities that can be used to manage batteries at the end of their lifespan.

Economic Aspects for Recycling of Used Lithium-Ion Batteries from Electric Vehicles

Worldwide, there has been an exponential growth in the production and application of lithium-ion batteries (LIBs), driven by the energy transition and the electric vehicle market. The scarcity of raw materials and the circular economy strategy of LIBs encourage the need to reuse components, recycle, and give second life to used batteries. However, one of the obstacles is the insufficient volume of LIBs for recycling, which prevents the economic viability of this industrial process. Thus, this article mainly focuses on the economic aspects of the recycling of LIBs, presenting and analyzing: (i) the advantages and disadvantages of recycling and (ii) a survey of factors that influence the cost and economic feasibility of disposing of batteries. The importance of regulations, the market, and business models regarding the recycling of LIBs in a few countries are also discussed. Finally, a business model is created for recycling LIBs in Brazil. The main factors that influence the economic feasibility of this process are indicated, such as government incentives through regulation, exemption from fees and taxes, and the adequacy of battery technology. Encouraging recycling through tax exemptions or reductions can make the process more economically viable, in addition to contributing to the circular economy. Another essential factor to be considered is the creation of joint ventures, which can facilitate the entire chain of the circular economy, including logistics, transport, and disposal of batteries.

TECHNOLOGIES AND FEATURES OF DISPOSAL OF LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES

Lithium-ion batteries are the main type of battery used to power electrified energy-saturated vehicles. The mass of lithium-ion batteries is 15-30 percent of the total mass of the machine. They include a significant amount of ferrous and non-ferrous metals, as well as other valuable materials, which, at the end of its operation, is advisable to restore and reuse. (Research purpose) The research purpose is to show the relevance and prospects of utilization of lithium-ion batteries of energy-saturated equipment with an electric drive. (Materials and methods) With the increase in the total number of energy-saturated vehicles in the national economy, in particular, in the agro-industrial complex, the question of their negative impact on the environment at the end of the life cycle is increasingly being raised. There is the need to dispose of environmentally hazardous materials that are used in the production of parts of energy-saturated vehicles, for example, lithium-ion batteries, the number of which is constantly growing from year to year. (Results and discussion) The disposal of lithium-ion batteries is a new serious and urgent problem that needs to be solved in the shortest possible time in all sectors of the national economy, including the agro-industrial complex. The methods of utilization of these elements of energy-saturated self-propelled equipment presented in the article partially solve this problem. (Conclusions) The considered methods of disposal of lithium-ion batteries reflect the real possibilities of their implementation at specialized enterprises for the disposal of equipment and its elements and in organized workshops (sites) created at enterprises for the technical support of machines.

Оцінка потоків небезпечних побутових відходів в Україні

Although hazardous components present a small share of household waste, they are the most problematic fraction requiring special management methods due to their toxicity, and pose a significant danger to the environment and human. The most common hazardous household waste includes batteries, fluorescent lamps, detergents, paints, waste electrical and electronic equipment. In Ukraine, data on this waste generation are incomplete. Companies and organizations submit information on the generation of all waste categories to the State Statistics Service of Ukraine. Statistical data on the content of hazardous components in household waste are not available, their volume is estimated at 0.5…3 thousand tons/year. The data of the State Statistics Service of Ukraine were analyzed and the amount of waste generated in the commercial sector and classified as hazardous household waste was determined. There is a steady decrease in the amount of hazardous household waste generation — almost twice in last 4 years, with electrical appliances as most decreasing (6 times). At the same time, generation of some waste has increased: pesticides; edible oils and fats; contaminated packaging and filter materials and protective clothing; medical equipment and instruments; medical infectious waste. The largest share among hazardous components have used equipment and devices, batteries and accumulators, waste fertilizers, medical waste and edible oils and fats, fluorescent lamps and other mercury-containing waste. The share of hazardous household waste in Ukraine is estimated at 0.03…0.1 % or 0.24 kg/year per 1 person, or 0.13…0.26 % (up to 0.74 kg/year per 1 person) taking into account the commercial sector. This is an order of magnitude less than in other countries. This may indicate underestimated data due to the inefficiency of the waste accounting system and significantly higher real volume of hazardous household waste. The dynamics of hazardous household waste disposal is positive (an increase of 5 times in recent years), but it is achieved almost exclusively through the disposal of lead batteries, pharmaceuticals, medical infectious waste, medical devices and instruments.

Disposal of lithium-ion and lead-acid batteries in the agro-industrial complex

With the increase in the total amount of energy-saturated agricultural machinery (AM), the question of their negative impact on the environment by the end of the life cycle, namely during the period of utilization and processing of components, is becoming more acute. We are talking about environmentally hazardous elements of decommissioned equipment, which are rarely taken into account at the end of the life cycle of the AM, namely rechargeable batteries (batteries). In connection with this emerging problem, it is necessary to consider its technical and practical solution. This paper presents the norms of battery life of different types of performance, depending on the modes and operating conditions, as well as the operating time of the rolling stock. The design features of each type of batteries and ways of their disposal are studied.