Introducing Danish Technological Institute

Introducing ReUse consortium member - Danish Technological Institute (DTI).

DTI is a leading independent research and technology institute with a long-standing commitment to applying knowledge for the benefit of society and industry. With over 1,100 specialists and services offered to more than 10,600 customers annually across 61 countries, DTI is recognized for its innovative, cross-disciplinary approach.

The Institute's expertise spans five core divisions: Food & Production, Materials, Environmental Technology, Energy & Climate, and Building & Construction. This multidisciplinary framework allows DTI to integrate technical knowledge with practical solutions tailored to real-world industrial needs. Their vision is to help industries and society meet current and future challenges by supporting innovation, sustainability, and competitiveness. Their expertise, built upon years of systematic research into LFP battery formats since 2019, enables them to bring valuable technological know-how on how to design, scale, and implement sustainable and safe chemical deactivation methods for LiB cells, directly supporting Europe’s goals for green innovation and battery circularity.

Role in the project

In the ReUse project, DTI plays a crucial role in developing safe and environmentally sound solutions for end-of-life lithium-ion battery (LiB) management. As the leader of Work Package 2, focusing on cell deactivation, disassembly, and fragmentation, DTI is responsible for designing and demonstrating a semi-automated setup for safe battery cell deactivation and shredding. DTI is also leading the development of processes for the recovery and management of electrolytes, working alongside Fraunhofer ISC, EMPA, and ARKEMA, to capture both solvents and salts, contributing to enhanced circularity and reduced environmental impact.