Brokkr utilizes patented bioleaching technology with electrogenic bacteria to extract nickel, cobalt, and manganese from lateritic deposits, producing battery-grade metal sulfates on-site. This process eliminates 99% of greenhouse gas emissions and hazardous waste, addressing the environmental impact of traditional battery metal supply chains.
Funding
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Product
Problem
The extraction and processing of battery metals like nickel, cobalt, and manganese often involve environmentally damaging practices, including high greenhouse gas emissions and the generation of hazardous waste. Traditional methods also rely on complex, geopolitically concentrated supply chains with poor ESG performance.
Solution
Brokkr employs a patented bioleaching technology that utilizes electrogenic bacteria to extract nickel, cobalt, and manganese from lateritic deposits. This innovative process significantly reduces the environmental impact of battery metal production by eliminating 99% of greenhouse gas emissions and hazardous waste. The technology enables on-site production of battery-grade metal sulfates, creating a clean and direct supply chain for Cathode Active Material (CAM) manufacturers and eliminating the need for intermediate product shipping and refining. Brokkr's approach offers a sustainable alternative to traditional methods, addressing the growing demand for battery metals while minimizing environmental harm.
Target Audience
Brokkr's primary customers are CAM manufacturers and battery producers seeking a sustainable and environmentally responsible source of battery-grade nickel, cobalt, and manganese sulfates.
Features
- Proprietary bioleaching technology using electrogenic bacteria for mineral dissolution
- Selective separation of valuable metals from solution using neutral pH chemistries
- On-site purification of nickel, cobalt, and manganese into battery-grade metal sulfates
- Low capital expenditure, enabling the unlocking of a wide range of deposits
- Elimination of hazardous tailings and a 99% reduction in CO2 emissions
- Co-location of mineral processing and metal refining