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Li-Cycle Holdings Corp.

Li-Cycle Holdings Corp., commonly referred to as Li-Cycle, is a leading player in the lithium-ion battery recycling industry, headquartered in Canada. Founded in 2016, the company has rapidly established itself as a pioneer in sustainable resource recovery, focusing on the circular economy for battery materials. With major operational regions across North America and Europe, Li-Cycle offers innovative solutions for recycling lithium-ion batteries, transforming waste into valuable resources. Their proprietary Spoke and Hub technology sets them apart, enabling efficient processing and recovery of critical materials. Recognised for its commitment to sustainability, Li-Cycle has achieved significant milestones, including partnerships with major automotive manufacturers and expansion of its recycling facilities. As the demand for electric vehicles and renewable energy solutions grows, Li-Cycle is well-positioned to lead the charge in responsible battery lifecycle management.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Li-Cycle Holdings Corp.'s carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

8

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Food Waste Incineration industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

12

Industry Benchmark

Li-Cycle Holdings Corp.'s score of 8 is lower than 89% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Li-Cycle Holdings Corp.'s reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Li-Cycle Holdings Corp., headquartered in California, reported significant carbon emissions totalling approximately 61,807,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 2,488,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data. Despite the substantial emissions figures, there are currently no specific reduction targets or initiatives outlined in their sustainability commitments. This indicates a potential area for future development in their climate strategy. As the industry increasingly focuses on sustainability, Li-Cycle's commitment to addressing its carbon footprint will be crucial for aligning with global climate goals.

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2023
Scope 1
61,807,000
Scope 2
2,488,000
Scope 3
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Li-Cycle Holdings Corp.'s primary industry is Food waste for treatment: incineration, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Li-Cycle Holdings Corp. is in CA, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Li-Cycle Holdings Corp. is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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