Utkarsh Singh

Founder and operator focused on circularity for lithium‑ion batteries: As co‑founder and CEO of BatX Energies since mid‑2020, Utkarsh leads a startup that recovers critical battery materials (black mass, lithium, nickel, cobalt, manganese) and other resources from spent lithium‑ion cells to reintroduce them into the supply chain. forbes+2

Fundraising and scaling operations: Under his leadership BatX completed significant fundraising in 2023 (coverage cites a multi‑million dollar round) to expand recycling capacity and commercial operations in India. economictimes+2

Background in CSR and sustainability practice: Prior roles at Hero Future Energies and the Raman Kant Munjal Foundation reflect experience managing CSR and sustainability programs, informing his later work on circular economy solutions for battery waste. theorg+1

Cross‑functional early career combining creative, marketing and business responsibilities: Before founding BatX he ran a marketing/design company (Paperplanes), served as a business head for international markets at CNS Comnet, and worked in creative production—demonstrating a mix of technical, creative and commercial skills. theorg+1