Eco Recycling announces expanded capacity for e-waste and lithium-ion battery recycling
Eco Recycling Limited (BSE: ECORECO), India's pioneering professional e-waste management company, announced an expansion in its recycling capacities, reinforcing its leadership in the formal e-waste and lithium-ion battery recycling segment.
In a press release dated July 18, 2025, the company shared that its total recycling capacity has now increased to 31,200 MTPA, supporting producers in meeting their obligations under the E-Waste Management Rules, 2022. This move positions the company well to cater to the rising compliance needs of electronic producers as Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) norms gain prominence. Key highlights of the expansion: E-waste recycling capacity increased by 18,000 MTPA
Dedicated 6,000 MTPA facility for lithium-ion battery recycling
New 40,000 sq. ft. plant in Vasai, near Mumbai
Entire investment funded via internal accruals, maintaining a zero-debt status
Mr. B K Soni, Chairman & Managing Director of Eco Recycling Limited, commented:
'At Ecoreco, we believe the future of sustainability lies in building resilient infrastructure today. Our latest capacity expansion—particularly the dedicated lithium-ion battery facility—is a strategic step to meet the environment-friendly disposal of surging e-waste while strengthening India's commitment to the globally accepted EPR framework.'
He further highlighted the company's focus on helping producers fulfill their obligations seamlessly while contributing to pollution reduction and sector formalization.
The company also celebrated two major recognitions: Becoming the first Indian e-waste recycler inducted into TERRA (The Electronics Reuse & Recycling Alliance) , a global network of certified recyclers.
Honorable mention by Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his Mann Ki Baat program for its contribution to sustainability through its BookMyJunk app. About Eco Recycling:
Eco Recycling provides integrated solutions for e-waste management, including reverse logistics, data destruction, asset recovery, and recycling, while adhering to global standards. For FY25, the company reported a total income of ₹46.30 crore, EBITDA of ₹33.32 crore, and PAT of ₹23.38 crore.
The company remains committed to innovation, operational excellence, and supporting India's transition to a circular economy.
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