The majority of remaining material can then be used in cement products with other commercial partners. Nyrstar Australia is expected to recycle up to 2,000 tonnes per year (approximately 88 million AA alkaline batteries) of single-use alkaline batteries initially with an ability increase capacity to 8,000 tonnes as collection rates and the implementation of the B-cycle Scheme grows. Further information about B-cycle and local battery recycling options are available here. Quotes Premier Peter Malinauskas For more than 130 years the team here at Port Pirie has been maximising the value of Australian minerals leading to products critical to our state and the world. Today's announcement demonstrates Nyrstar, this productive region and our state is well positioned to play an important role in the transition to a greener economy. Dale Webb, Vice President – Nyrstar Australia As a multi-metals processing facility this demonstrates our ability to support Australia's transition to a more circular economy.