Our portfolio company Princeton NuEnergy (PNE), a leader in battery recycling and sustainability, has been named one of TIME’s Most Innovative GreenTech Companies of 2025. This recognition highlights PNE’s commitment to pioneering direct recycling and upcycling technologies that are transforming the battery industry.
This honor comes as PNE achieves two major milestones:
・New Jersey Pilot Facility Now Operational
PNE’s state-of-the-art Direct Recycling & Upcycling facility near Princeton, NJ, is now up and running, setting a new benchmark for sustainable battery material recovery.
・South Carolina Commercial Facility Launching in Q2 2025
Phase One of PNE’s commercial-scale direct recycling plant in South Carolina is set to launch in Q2 2025. This facility will focus on the production of advanced black mass, strengthening the domestic battery supply chain and reducing reliance on imported critical materials.
This recognition from TIME further solidifies PNE’s role as a trailblazer in sustainable innovation. We look forward to supporting their journey as they continue driving clean energy advancements and reshaping the future of battery recycling.
