“These Dead Batteries Are Powering AI Now”: US Companies Revive Used EV Packs to Feed Explosive Demand for Data Energy

IN A NUTSHELL 🔋 General Motors and Redwood Materials partner to repurpose used EV batteries into energy storage systems. 🌍 The initiative addresses environmental challenges by preventing valuable materials from ending up in landfills. ⚡ Microgrids using repurposed batteries provide reliable power for energy-intensive applications like AI data centers. 🇺🇸 The project enhances U.S. energy