Vesti: The Green Mission of Kalnciems: How EcoLead is Advancing the Circular Economy in Latvia

Our CEO, Kaspars Fogelmanis, recently shared insights in an interview with the newspaper Vesti, discussing the challenges and achievements of EcoLead. He emphasized that the circular economy is not just a trend but a crucial step toward sustainable development and the future of Latvia’s economy.

The main highlights:

• The planet is drowning in waste, with more than 2 billion tons generated globally each year. However, when approached wisely, recycling can be more than an environmental necessity—it can be a valuable economic opportunity.
• Building a fully operational, closed-loop recycling plant took 12 years, as we had to demonstrate that our production process is both safe and environmentally responsible.
• Open dialogue with local communities is essential—we aim not only to explain our work but also to show that sustainable industry can be both safe and beneficial for Kalnciems' development.
• We believe that waste is not just a challenge—it is an opportunity.
• The circular economy is not the future—it is the present.

EcoLead is the only plant in Latvia that recycles lead-acid batteries, ensuring a full recycling cycle – from collection to the reuse of lead and plastic in new battery production.

Read the article here