BESS End-of-Life Battery Module Scrap Recovery Value Calculator

What this calculator does

• Estimate the net scrap recovery value from end-of-life battery modules in a grid-scale BESS decommissioning or augmentation event by combining module count, gross recovery value per module, net recoverable share after recycling costs, and a fixed logistics offset.
• Use it when planning a BESS decommissioning or module replacement event and you need to estimate the scrap recovery credit to include in the project end-of-life cost model.

Formula used

• Variable scrap recovery credit = end-of-life modules x gross recovery value per module x net recoverable share
• Net scrap recovery value = variable recovery credit + fixed site logistics and packing cost offset

Inputs explained

• End-of-life battery modules scheduled for recycling: Enter the total count of modules from decommissioning or augmentation replacement that will be sent to the battery recycler.
• Gross recovery value per module: Use the battery recycler quote for gross critical mineral recovery value per module based on chemistry, weight, and current commodity prices.
• Net recoverable share after processing costs: Enter the percentage of gross value retained after recycler processing fees, transport deductions, and handling charges.
• Fixed site logistics and packing cost offset: Add fixed cost for pallet preparation, transport to recycler, regulatory documentation, and site mobilization for module removal.

How to use the result

Common questions

• What regulatory requirements apply to end-of-life BESS battery transport? End-of-life lithium battery modules are classified as UN 3480 or UN 3481 under the UN Model Regulations for transport. Damaged or defective modules may require additional packaging and exemption documentation. The EU Battery Regulation also mandates producer take-back and recycling content targets that affect end-of-life logistics planning for projects in European markets.