Circular economy

ATRenew Inc., a leading Chinese pre-owned electronics platform, is an Earthshot Prize finalist for “Building a Waste Free World.” Addressing the growing e-waste crisis, ATRenew uses its AI-powered “Matrix” system to collect, inspect, and resell used devices, diverting them from landfills. The company’s circular economy model, which extends device lifecycles and informs more sustainable manufacturing, is expanding beyond China into Southeast Asia and the Middle East. ATRenew’s CEO emphasizes the global potential of their approach to reducing e-waste.

Liquidity Services (LQDT) CEO Bill Angrick will present at the Midwest IDEAS conference in Chicago on August 27, 2025. The conference will feature discussions and one-on-one meetings focused on emerging trends influencing commerce. Liquidity Services operates a B2B e-commerce marketplace for surplus assets, supporting sustainability efforts and extending asset lifecycles. The company has completed over $15 billion in transactions.

ATRenew Inc. (NYSE: RERE) reported strong Q2 2025 results, with net revenues up 32.2% YoY to RMB 4,991.5 million ($696.8 million). The company achieved profitability with income from operations of RMB 91.1 million ($12.7 million), a significant improvement from the previous year. The number of transacted consumer products grew to 10.3 million. ATRenew anticipates Q3 2025 revenue between RMB 5,050.0 million and RMB 5,150.0 million. A new $50 million share repurchase program was authorized.

Battery X Metals (BATXF) is targeting aging EV batteries with its rebalancing technology, focusing on Nissan Leaf, the second-largest out-of-warranty EV cohort in the U.S. Partnering with Factor E Motors, the company’s Prototype 2.0 demonstrated 54% capacity restoration in NRC tests, aiming to undercut battery replacement costs by 60-70%. Targeting a $900M+ North American market by 2028, plans include expanding to Ford and Chevy models by 2026. The approach could reduce lithium demand by 18,000 tons annually, aligning with sustainability goals. CEO Massimo Bressi emphasizes adaptability as global EV sales hit 17.1 million units, positioning Battery X as a battery health leader amid rising replacement costs.