Dimethyl Ether-Driven Lithium-Ion Battery Cell Rejuvenation Technology

The United States Department of Energy is seeking a licensee for a dimethyl ether-driven technology that rejuvenates end-of-life lithium-ion battery cells without disassembly, restoring electrochemical performance for direct reuse.

DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY


General
Open (active)
BA-1617
Aug 01, 2026 06:00 PM
Jun 18, 2026 05:04 PM
Other (Technology Licensing Opportunity)
Federal
Contact
Javier Martinez
javier.martinez@inl.gov
Submission Instructions
Email
Description

This technology licensing opportunity from the Department of Energy introduces a dimethyl ether (DME)-driven method for rejuvenating end-of-life lithium-ion battery (LIB) cells. The approach restores electrochemical performance without dismantling the cell, eliminating the need for shredding, separation, and component reconstruction steps required by conventional recycling. Preliminary data supports technical feasibility, and the technology may reduce reagent and energy inputs, lower capital and operational requirements, and provide a recycling pathway with no commercialized equivalent. Potential applications include direct rejuvenation of LIB cells from consumer electronics, stationary storage, and transportation, as well as integration into existing recycling facilities.

Classification Codes
NAICS562920Materials Recovery Facilities
PSCAG11COAL - BASIC RESEARCH
Smart Codes
lithium-ion battery rejuvenationdimethyl ether recyclingbattery cell reuse
Timeline
Jun 18, 2026 12:00 PM-Published Date
Aug 01, 2026 12:00 PM-Response Date
Aug 16, 2026 12:00 PM-Inactive Date
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