Aqua Metals, Inc. AQK

Overview

Aqua Metals, Inc. is a pioneering company focused on transforming the metals recycling industry through its innovative AquaRefining technology. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Reno, Nevada, the company has dedicated its efforts to offer a cleaner, more environmentally friendly alternative to conventional battery recycling methods. Aqua Metals, Inc. is at the forefront of providing solutions that are critical to the supply chains of energy storage and electric vehicle manufacturing, addressing both the demand for strategic materials and the need for sustainable recycling processes. By replacing traditional smelting furnaces and toxic chemicals with a water-based, electricity-powered electroplating process, Aqua Metals aims to revolutionize how valuable materials from spent batteries are recovered, setting new standards for emissions and worker safety in the recycling industry.

Products and Services

• AquaRefining Technology

This proprietary technology is the cornerstone of Aqua Metals, Inc.'s offerings. AquaRefining is an advanced recycling process that uses a non-toxic, aqueous solution for the electrochemical recovery of metals from spent batteries. Unlike traditional smelting, this process significantly reduces the environmental impact of recycling, lowering emissions and eliminating the use of hazardous chemicals. AquaRefining technology is designed to be a scalable solution, capable of adapting to varying sizes of recycling operations and types of battery feedstock, making it a versatile option for industries looking to enhance their sustainability profiles and reduce carbon footprints.