Our Seven-Step Battery Recycling Process
Lead batteries are the world’s most recycled consumer product – we have a 99% recycle rate in the United States. Here’s how we recycle a spent automotive battery into new batteries and other new and useful products.
Lead batteries are one of the best examples of a circular economy. Take a closer look at how Gopher Resource's advanced processes recover valuable materials, turning used batteries into essential resources for new products.
Making a Difference
We have the capacity to recycle 100,000 automotive batteries per day, or 28 million annually, keeping them out of landfills.
Technology Designed to Preserve and Protect
We’ve paired advanced technology with the highest integrity to meet – and often be better than – local, state and federal regulations for environmental, health and safety.
The Quality of Our Lives Tomorrow Depends on Our Actions Today
The lead in lead-based batteries can be recycled an infinite number of times, protecting the earth and preserving natural resources.
From Spent Batteries to New Materials
Every battery that enters our facility contains materials that can be reclaimed, refined, and reused. Through carefully controlled processes guided by strict safety and environmental protocols, we break down spent batteries and recover:
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Lead and lead alloys for use in new batteries and industrial applications
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Polypropylene plastic recycled into high-grade pellets for reuse in manufacturing
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Electrolyte and other by-products that are safe, neutralized, and diverted from waste streams
This material recovery supports U.S. manufacturers and reduces reliance on virgin raw materials, strengthening our domestic supply chain for essential products.