Gaurav Dolwani

Founder & CEO - LICO Materials Pvt. Ltd.

Mr. Gaurav Dolwani, Founder and CEO of LICO Materials Pvt. Ltd., is a visionary leader in the end-of-life battery recycling & repurposing industry. LICO’s Bengaluru facility has a capacity of 17500 tons for battery recycling including refurbishment, which gives a second life to cells for non-critical energy storage applications. With over two decades of experience in the metal and commodities sector across Asia and Africa, Mr. Dolwani envisions creating a recycling & refurbishing ecosystem, venturing downstream with a hydrometallurgy plant for metal salts extraction. Under his guidance, LICO has made significant contributions to battery circularity and securing global raw materials through a Ministry of Environment import permit. Achieving 90% recycling for EV batteries ahead of the 2026-2027 goal showcases Mr. Dolwani's commitment to sustainability. A thought leader in the recycling industry, Mr. Dolwani actively shapes the landscape through various media forums. He is an Industrial Engineering graduate from Purdue University, which adds depth to his strategic approach in steering LICO towards a sustainable future.