Digital Maps Supercharge U.S. Battery Recycling

Cloud tools and mapping tech bring new speed and transparency to U.S. battery recycling

29 Oct 2025

Efforts to build a circular battery economy in the United States are accelerating, driven by both technological innovation and a growing digital infrastructure. American Battery Technology Company and Call2Recycle have unveiled a nationwide partnership to expand consumer battery drop-off and collection, aiming to modernize how used batteries are gathered and processed.

The initiative represents one of the most ambitious digital expansions in the country’s recycling network. For years, fragmented systems made it difficult to track the growing volume of lithium-ion batteries from electric vehicles and consumer electronics. Now, cloud-based platforms are connecting drop-off sites, transportation providers, and recycling facilities, improving efficiency and transparency throughout the process.

“This platform brings battery recycling into the digital age,” said Ryan Melsert, chief executive of American Battery Technology Company. “We’re creating tools that make recycling batteries as easy as recycling paper or plastic, but with far greater impact on the clean energy transition.”

Adding to the digital momentum, Cirba Solutions recently launched an interactive online map that helps consumers and businesses locate certified collection sites across the country. Updated regularly, the tool addresses one of the industry’s persistent challenges, how to make safe recycling accessible and visible to the public.

Analysts see these developments as a pivotal step toward a smarter, more resilient recycling infrastructure. Cloud-enabled tools allow companies to forecast collection volumes, optimize transport routes, and share verified data with regulators and manufacturers. Such capabilities are expected to play a crucial role as the United States seeks to expand domestic sources of critical minerals and meet its clean energy goals.

Challenges remain, including data integration across multiple platforms, cybersecurity concerns, and barriers for smaller operators adopting advanced systems. Yet industry observers say digital connectivity is likely to give recyclers the scalability and precision needed to meet rising demand. As these technologies mature, they could help turn discarded batteries into valuable resources, strengthening both sustainability and supply resilience in the years ahead.