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Cirba Solutions CEO Testifies in Front of House Energy & Commerce Committee

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7 months ago

June 18, 2024

CHARLOTTE, N.C., June 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Solidifying Cirba Solutions’ position as the North American leader in battery recycling materials and management, the organization’s CEO & President, David Klanecky, was invited to testify before the House Energy & Commerce Committee, at the Subcommittee Environment, Manufacturing and Critical Materials’ hearing to discuss securing America’s critical materials supply chains and economic leadership.

At the Rayburn Office Building in Washington, D.C. on June 13, 2024, Klanecky provided expertise on the importance of building a reliable domestic supply chain in the U.S. by prioritizing recycling, ultimately shifting the paradigm on how to source critical minerals domestically to lessen the country’s reliance on foreign sources and reduce the carbon footprint.

“The topic of critical materials is at a pivotal point today as it relates to the viability of many industries that affect our daily lives,” said David Klanecky, CEO & President of Cirba Solutions. “Representative Paul Tonko (D-NY) and Representative Garret Graves (R-LA) have been active in bringing this topic and the challenges this country is facing to the forefront of conversations at both the governmental and public levels. They understand that to reduce our reliance on foreign sources of materials and secure U.S. competitiveness globally, it is imperative that we strengthen our domestic capabilities and supply chains and create a fully circular closed loop that prioritizes recycling and reuse of these materials.”

As of 2023, more than two-thirds of lithium chemicals supplied globally involved Chinese companies (source: Benchmark), and China controls and processes over 80 percent of all rare earth elements. The onshoring of manufacturing and creation of domestic supply are key to stabilizing the critical materials market, as well as enhancing U.S. national security.

“The International Energy Agency projects that every other car sold globally in 2035 will be electric,” continued Klanecky. “Much of this is driven by climate and policy goals set by government agencies both in the U.S. and overseas. But we must work now to address the challenges in the critical mineral supply chain, including manufacturing and recycling of these materials.”

Cirba Solutions is at the forefront of ensuring these critical materials remain in the domestic supply chain. As the first company to officially receive funding under the DOE’s Office of Manufacturing and Energy Supply Chains (MESC) grant program, Cirba Solutions is demonstrating how federal grant funding can expand access to critical materials domestically. This funded project will bring critical battery-grade metal sulfates to the North American market – providing the region with something that has not been done at commercial scale before. Cirba Solutions’ Lancaster, Ohio facility will produce 30D compliant material, allowing consumers and automotive manufacturers to take advantage of tax incentives under the Inflation Reduction Act. This shows how private and public partnerships are able to work together to benefit the broader supply chain. By expanding domestically sourced and processed materials for the battery supply chain, these efforts aim to help attract cathode and lithium-ion battery manufacturing to North America.

Cirba Solutions alone intends to invest over $2 billion into the battery recycling sector over the coming years to domestically recover critical minerals, bringing close to 500 jobs to the market by 2028 in a new manufacturing sector.

For more information about Cirba Solutions, visit: cirbasolutions.com

About Cirba Solutions
Cirba Solutions is the most trusted and only complete service provider in the battery management industry, taking batteries at end-of-life, processing them to extract critical materials, and supplying these materials back into the supply chain. With an operational, differentiated platform, its full suite of capabilities addresses lithium-ion and cross-chemistry battery demand supporting a circular battery supply chain for the industry.

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Singapore’s Sodion Energy Secures MWh Supply of US Developed Advanced Sodium-Ion Batteries from UNIGRID

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16 minutes ago

January 12, 2025

SINGAPORE, Jan. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Sodion Energy, a leading provider of sodium-ion batteries for e-mobility and integrated energy storage solutions in Southeast Asia, has secured a landmark agreement for an initial 10 MWh supply of advanced sodium-ion batteries developed by UNIGRID Inc., a California-based innovator in sodium-ion battery technology.

This collaboration strengthens Sodion Energy’s ability to address the region’s rising demand for affordable, eco-friendly, and high-performance battery solutions across mobility and energy storage sectors.

“Our collaboration with UNIGRID is a game-changer,” said Dr. CC Hang, Chairman of Sodion Energy. “These next-generation sodium-ion batteries will allow us to tackle key markets, starting with lead-acid battery replacements in e-mobility and extending into large-scale renewable energy projects and grid stabilization initiatives.”

Sodium-ion batteries offer distinct advantages, including cost-efficiency, enhanced safety, and the use of abundant raw materials, making them a sustainable choice for energy storage. With fast-charging capabilities and intrinsic non-flammability, they are exceptionally suited to Southeast Asia’s tropical climate and rapidly growing energy needs.

With a strategic focus on advanced battery technologies, Sodion Energy is poised to play a key role in driving Southeast Asia’s transition to cleaner, safer, and more sustainable energy solutions.

Website: https://sodione.com

About Sodion Energy

Headquartered in Singapore, Sodion Energy is an applications engineering leader driving the commercialization of Sodium-ion batteries across Southeast Asia. SE’s sodium-ion pack solutions are tailored to meet the diverse needs of industries such as mobility and energy storage, contributing to a more sustainable future.

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AirCheck Australia & New Zealand Renamed as RCS MEDIA MONITORS

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1 hour ago

January 12, 2025

SYDNEY, Jan. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — AirCheck, a leading provider of broadcast monitoring services in Australia and New Zealand is pleased to announce its renaming as RCS MEDIA MONITORS, effective immediately.

AirCheck monitors songs and commercials providing almost real time reporting tools for radio and television broadcasters, music media, record companies, advertising agencies and industry analysts.

This change reflects the company’s growth, expanded service offerings, and a strengthened focus on providing comprehensive media intelligence.

The new name, RCS MEDIA MONITORS, builds on the expertise of its parent company, RCS, to offer enhanced monitoring solutions. By integrating RCS’s global technology and resources, the company will provide clients with a broader range of tools for tracking and analysing media campaigns across a variety of platforms and markets.

“We’re excited to take this step forward,” said Philippe Generali, President and CEO of RCS Global. “The rebranding to RCS MEDIA MONITORS allows us to expand our reach and improve our services, giving clients access to deeper insights and a wider array of media monitoring tools. With RCS’s support, we can offer more robust data and solutions that cover not just broadcast, but also digital and emerging media channels.”

The name change signals the company’s commitment to evolving with the changing media landscape. With RCS MEDIA MONITORS, clients can expect the same reliable monitoring services they’ve trusted for over 20 years in Australia and 15 years in NZ.

www.rcsmediamonitors.com.au

About RCS MEDIA MONITORS

RCS MEDIA MONITORS (formerly AirCheck) is a leading provider of broadcast monitoring and media intelligence solutions in Australia, New Zealand and India. The company helps clients across industries optimise media strategies, measure performance, and gain insights from a wide range of traditional and digital media. RCS MEDIA MONITORS is part of RCS, a global leader in broadcast automation and media technology.

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iM Global Partner mourns the passing of Philippe Uzan

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1 hour ago

January 12, 2025

PARIS, Jan. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — It is with deep sadness that iM Global Partner (iMGP) announces the passing, one month ago, of our dear friend and colleague, Philippe Uzan.

Philippe’s exceptional career in asset management spanned more than 30 years and is marked by remarkable achievements in the organizations for which he worked and deep contributions to the industry as a whole. His passing is a tremendous loss to all who knew and worked with him.

Philippe joined iM Global Partner in February 2020 as Deputy CEO and CIO Global Asset Management, responsible for overseeing our financial strategies and products and designing value-added investment solutions for our clients across Europe and the United States.

His expertise spanned all asset classes, and he had a deep understanding of markets and their impact on investors and their investment needs. He was an eloquent man who contributed a number of papers and articles to the media, always with the intention of educating and making financial concepts more relatable. He has left an indelible mark on our organization and on the broader industry.

Prior to joining iM Global Partner, Philippe was latterly Chief Investment Officer at Edmond De Rothschild Asset Management, where he worked for 11 years and where he led the portfolio management teams, optimizing the synergies between analysis and portfolio management. He previously spent three years as Research and Global Asset Allocation Director, where he developed the portfolio management and research teams and modernized investment processes and the product range.

Philippe began his career as an Equity Derivatives Trader at Société Générale and held roles at AGF Asset Management (now part of Allianz Global Investors) and Natixis AM.

Throughout his career, Philippe’s outstanding intelligence, humility, and collaborative spirit earned him the respect and admiration of his peers.

Philippe Couvrecelle, Founder and CEO of iM Global Partner, expressed his heartfelt condolences: “It was with infinite sadness and pain that I learned of Philippe’s passing from a devastating illness. I had known Philippe closely for almost 20 years, as we worked together for Natixis, Edmond de Rothschild and iMGP. I pay immense tribute to his humanity, his sense of humor, his brilliant intelligence and his presence, which I will deeply miss. We had shared so much and still had so much to do together. In his memory, we will continue our path forward with strength, success and intensity, always preserving our values and our company culture to which he was so attached.

We will all miss Philippe enormously at iM Global Partner. He will be remembered not only for his professional achievements but also for his warmth, generosity, kindness and his unwavering dedication to his colleagues and community. Our thoughts are with his wife and three children, his family, friends and loved ones during this difficult time.”

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