UK-based waste solutions provider, Enva, has launched a certified Battery Safe Box designed for the safe storage and transport of damaged lithium-ion batteries – a growing concern in South Africa’s residential and commercial energy sectors.
South Africa installed an estimated 1,3 GWh of lithium-ion battery capacity in 2023 – equivalent to around 9 000 tons of battery materials. With national storage deployment accelerating, energy experts warn that battery waste volumes are set to surge, raising concerns about recycling readiness and regulatory enforcement.
The UK-developed unit can store up to 400 kg or 20 kWh of batteries and is approved under UN P911 standards aligned with SANS 10228:2022, which governs the transport of hazardous materials locally. It features Class 1 fire-resistant insulation, gas-lift lids, front loading access and stackable design.
“The Battery Safe Box exemplifies Enva’s ongoing commitment to delivering safe, innovative and sustainable resource recovery solutions across the UK and Ireland,” said Mike Sneath, MD of Enva. “With lithium-ion battery fires increasing by 46% last year, this storage solution addresses a safety need, providing customers with an accredited way to safely store and transport batteries to licensed recycling facilities.”
