The Suppliers Partnership for the Environment (SP) provides a forum for global automotive manufacturers and their large and small suppliers to work together toward a shared vision of an automotive industry with positive environmental impact.

The Q2 2025 SP membership meeting (separate registration required) is being co-hosted with the Alabama Automotive Manufacturers Association (AAMA) and will be held at MBUSI in Vance, Alabama on April 25. MBUSI is roughly 20 minutes drive from Tuscaloosa.

On April 24, the following pre-meeting event activities are being offered to SP members only. Space is limited and registration is on first come basis.

Evening Networking Reception

All SP members attending the Q2 meeting are welcome to join us for a networking reception on the evening of April 24. The reception will be held in Tuscaloosa at Roll Call. Conveniently situated in the heart of downtown Tuscaloosa, Roll Call is an indoor/outdoor rooftop concept offering a casual dining and drinking experience in a relaxed and comfortable setting.

The networking reception is planned from 5:00PM - 7:00PM Central on April 24. A registration fee applies.

Tour of Li-Cycle Alabama Spoke Operations

SP member Li-Cycle's Alabama Spoke is located in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Per Li-Cycle: the "facility utilizes Li-Cycle's 'Generation 3' technology, ensuring a safe, more sustainable process to efficiently recycle full electric vehicle battery packs. Our process uses a submerged shredding method that does not require the dismantling or discharging of batteries. The Alabama Spoke is strategically located to support the recycling needs of Li-Cycle's growing customer base in the Southeastern U.S."

This tour will begin at 2:30PM Central time on April 24 and is expected to conclude by 4:30PM. This will be a guided walking tour of the Spoke operations, along with presentation and interactive Q&A discussions. Tour space is limited, be sure to register early.

Please note this tour is intended for manufacturers and service providers in the SP membership with an interest in battery recycling. Due to confidentiality concerns, companies working directly in the battery recycling industry are restricted from visiting the site and such companies will not be able to join this tour. Please contact SP with any questions.