On March 31, the “Environmental Impact Assessment for the High-tech Lithium Iron Phosphate Pyrometallurgical Construction Project” by Bijie Rongbai Lithium Battery Material Co., Ltd. was announced for the first time.
Project Name: Bijie High-tech Lithium Iron Phosphate Pyrometallurgical Construction Project
Construction Address: Bijie High-tech Industrial Development Zone, Bijie City, Guizhou Province
Construction Unit: Bijie Rongbai Lithium Battery Material Co., Ltd.
Nature of Construction: New Construction
Project Overview: This project involves adaptive renovation based on the existing buildings and facilities of the former Lifan factory site, along with the simultaneous construction of necessary public utilities and auxiliary facilities. The overall plan is to build a pyrometallurgical production line with an annual capacity of 1 million tons of lithium iron phosphate. The project will be implemented in three phases: Phase I will establish an annual production capacity of 300,000 tons; Phase II will add 400,000 tons; and Phase III will add another 300,000 tons (this assessment scope only covers Phase I). Technologically, the yellow precursor material is sintered at high temperature under nitrogen protection to produce lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4), with water and carbon dioxide as by-products. The resulting lithium iron phosphate cathode material is then crushed, de-ironed, packaged, and stored. Supporting public auxiliary systems such as power supply and distribution, circulating water, nitrogen generation, and gas pressure regulation will also be constructed.
Bijie Rongbai Lithium Battery Material Co., Ltd. was established in February 2026 and is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ningbo Rongbai New Energy Technology Co., Ltd. Rongbai Technology is the world’s largest producer of ternary cathode materials. To address the weakness of its product structure, which is primarily based on ternary materials, the company has rapidly entered the lithium iron phosphate sector through acquisitions such as Guizhou Xinren and a Shanghai-based company.
Previously, Rongbai Technology disclosed its “RB One-Step Process.” The company claims this technology can compress the 15 steps required in traditional lithium iron phosphate production down to only 6 steps. The investment cost for the production line can be reduced by approximately 40%, and energy consumption during the production process can be reduced by about 30%.
Bijie High-tech Industrial Development Zone
The Bijie High-tech Industrial Development Zone is a modern industrial park established in 2013 in Bijie City, Guizhou Province, China. It was created as part of regional development strategies to foster economic growth and technological innovation in a historically less-developed area. Today, it focuses on attracting investment and advancing industries such as big data, new energy, and modern agriculture.
Lifan factory site
The Lifan factory site in Chongqing, China, was the former manufacturing hub of Lifan Industry Group, a major private company founded in 1992 that became a significant producer of motorcycles, cars, and engines. Its history reflects China’s rapid industrial growth and the rise of private automotive enterprises, though the company faced financial difficulties leading to bankruptcy restructuring in 2020, leaving the site as a symbol of a transformative era in Chinese manufacturing.
Bijie Rongbai Lithium Battery Material Co., Ltd.
Bijie Rongbai Lithium Battery Material Co., Ltd. is a modern industrial enterprise located in Bijie City, Guizhou Province, China, specializing in the production of materials for lithium-ion batteries. It represents a recent development in the region’s push into the new energy and high-tech manufacturing sectors, contributing to the local economy and China’s broader green energy supply chain.
Ningbo Rongbai New Energy Technology Co., Ltd.
Ningbo Rongbai New Energy Technology Co., Ltd. is a private company based in Ningbo, China, specializing in the research, development, and manufacturing of new energy products, such as lithium-ion batteries. Founded in the early 21st century, it is part of China’s strategic push and rapid industrial growth in the renewable energy and high-tech manufacturing sectors. The company represents the modern technological and economic development within the Ningbo region, a major historical port city.
Rongbai Technology
“Rongbai Technology” does not refer to a recognized historical place, cultural site, or publicly notable landmark. It appears to be a generic or corporate name, likely for a technology company or brand. Without specific historical or cultural context, a meaningful summary of it as a significant site cannot be provided.
Guizhou Xinren
Guizhou Xinren, also known as the Xinren Ancient Town, is a historical settlement located in Qianxinan Prefecture, Guizhou Province, China. It was established during the Ming Dynasty (around the 14th century) as a military garrison and trading post along an important salt road, showcasing traditional Buyi ethnic architecture and stone-built structures. Today, it serves as a well-preserved cultural site that offers insights into the region’s ethnic history and ancient transportation routes.
Shanghai-based company
A “Shanghai-based company” is not a specific cultural site but a business entity located in Shanghai, China. Historically, Shanghai’s strategic port and its 19th-century opening to international trade established it as a global financial and commercial hub, making it a preferred headquarters location for both historic Chinese enterprises and modern multinational corporations.
RB One-Step Process
“RB One-Step Process” does not refer to a known place or cultural site. It appears to be a term related to industrial or chemical processes, possibly a proprietary method for manufacturing or synthesis. Without a specific cultural or historical context, it cannot be summarized as a location or heritage site.
