KULR Joins Clarios in U.S. Department of Energy's Lithium-Ion Battery Lifecycle Initiative

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KULR Technology Group (NYSE American: KULR) has partnered with Clarios in a U.S. Department of Energy initiative aimed at advancing lithium-ion battery lifecycle management. This initiative focuses on the safe transport and recycling of lithium-ion batteries, leveraging KULR's technology and a special permit allowing for battery shipments of up to 2.1KWh. The project is currently in Phase three and has received grant funding for testing. Clarios, a major lead-acid battery producer, aims to recover up to 99% of materials from batteries to bolster the lithium recycling economy.

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• KULR partners with Clarios to enhance lithium-ion battery lifecycle management.
• Received grant funding for project testing and development.
• KULR's technology allows safe transport of batteries, supporting national interests.

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KULR Partners with Largest Global Producer of Lead Acid Batteries for DoE Initiative

SAN DIEGO, Nov. 02, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- KULR Technology Group, Inc. (NYSE American: KULR) (the "Company" or "KULR"), a leading developer of next-generation lithium-ion battery safety and thermal management technologies, today announced it has joined Clarios in the U.S. Department of Energy's (“DoE”) lithium-ion battery lifecycle initiative to develop the manufacturing and reuse of lithium-ion batteries and their chemical elements in the United States for the purpose of domestic national interest. KULR will provide the safe transportation of lithium-ion batteries within the full battery management lifecycle, from manufacturing through recycling and reuse.

The initiative, funded by the U.S. Department of Energy, will leverage the KULR-Tech Safe Case and the Company's highest available energy capacity permit from the U.S. Department of Transportation (“DoT”), which allows for shipping up to 2.1KWh (kilowatt-hour) capacity per case. The DoT special permit has been approved for the recycling of damaged, defective, or recalled (“DDR”) and prototype battery shipments.

The Clarios project, “Powering the Future,” works with industry partners, such as KULR, to develop and apply innovative technologies that identify and separate lithium-ion batteries from lead-acid batteries and ensure the proper and safe recycling methods for each chemistry. As the producer of one-third of the world’s car batteries, Clarios is uniquely positioned to facilitate and spearhead the lithium recycling economy. Clarios has established a world-class closed-loop process where up to 99% of materials from lead-acid batteries can be recovered and turned into new batteries.

The project has progressed to Phase three of the four-phase initiative and has been awarded grant money used for testing and proving out the final solution.

About KULR Technology Group Inc.
KULR Technology Group Inc. (NYSE American: KULR) develops, manufactures and licenses next-generation carbon fiber thermal management technologies for batteries and electronic systems. Leveraging the company's roots in developing breakthrough cooling solutions for NASA space missions and backed by a strong intellectual property portfolio, KULR enables leading aerospace, electronics, energy storage, 5G infrastructure, and electric vehicle manufacturers to make their products cooler, lighter and safer for the consumer. For more information, please visit www.KULRTechnology.com.

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FAQ

What partnership did KULR announce in November 2021?

KULR announced a partnership with Clarios for the U.S. Department of Energy's lithium-ion battery lifecycle initiative.

What is the purpose of the KULR and Clarios initiative?

The initiative aims to develop manufacturing and reuse processes for lithium-ion batteries to support the U.S. national interest.

What is the capacity limit for battery shipments under KULR's special permit?

KULR's special permit allows for shipping batteries with up to 2.1KWh capacity.

In which phase is the KULR and Clarios project currently?

The project is currently in Phase three of its four-phase initiative.

How much of lead-acid battery materials can Clarios recover?

Clarios can recover up to 99% of materials from lead-acid batteries.