Abstract The proliferation of rechargeable lithium‐ion batteries (LIBs) over the past decade has led to a significant increase in the number of electric vehicles (EVs) powered by these batteries reaching the end of their lifespan. With retired EVs becoming more prevalent, recycling and reusing their components, particularly graphite, has become imperative as the world transitions toward electric mobility. Graphite constitutes ≈20% of LIBs by weight, making it a valuable resource to be conserved. This review presents an in‐depth analysis of the current global graphite mining landscape and explores potential opportunities for the “second life” of graphitefrom depleted LIBs. Various recycling and reactivation technologies in both industry and academia are discussed, along with potential applications for recycled graphite forming a vital aspect of the waste management hierarchy. Furthermore, this review addresses the future challenges faced by the recycling industry in dealing with expired LIBs, encompassing environmental, economic, legal, and regulatory considerations. In conclusion, this review provides a comprehensive overview of the developments in recycling and reusing graphite from retired LIBs, offering valuable insights for forthcoming large‐scale recycling efforts.

Honghong Tian

Magdalena Graczyk‐Zajac

Alois Kessler

Anke Weidenkaff

Ralf Riedel

Advanced Materials

30 多年来，ADVANCED MATERIALS 每周都会为您带来材料科学的最新进展。阅读功能材料化学和物理前沿的精心挑选的高质量评论、进展报告、通讯和研究新闻。 ADVANCED MATERIALS 的影响因子为 25.809（2018 期刊影响因子，期刊引文报告（CLARIVATE ANALYTICS，2019））。 ADVANCED MATERIALS 成功的关键之一是其明显的跨学科性。

Since its inception, the journal Advanced Materials has been delivering the latest advancements in materials science for over 30 years. The content includes cutting-edge reviews, progress reports, communications, and research news in the fields of functional materials chemistry and physics. According to the 2018 Journal Impact Factor (Journal Citation Reports, Clarivate Analytics, 2019), Advanced Materials has an impact factor of 25.809. One of the keys to the journal's success is its remarkable interdisciplinary nature.

《Advanced Materials》期刊自创刊以来，已持续30多年为读者提供材料科学领域的最新研究进展。期刊内容包括功能材料的化学和物理前沿，涵盖高质量的评论、进展报告、通讯和研究新闻。根据2018年的期刊影响因子（来自期刊引文报告，CLARIVATE ANALYTICS，2019），《Advanced Materials》的影响因子为25.809。该期刊成功的关键之一在于其显著的跨学科特性。

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材料科学	1
材料科学, 化学综合	1
材料科学, 物理化学	1
材料科学, 材料科学综合	1
材料科学, 纳米科技	1
材料科学, 物理应用	1
材料科学, 物理凝聚态物理	1

Recycling and Reusing of Graphite from Retired Lithium‐ion Batteries: A Review

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