From February 2027, all batteries placed on the EU market will require a digital battery passport. This innovative tool aims to ensure transparency and sustainability throughout the battery value chain, reduce environmental impact, and promote the secondary use of batteries. But what does this mean for the industry, and how will it impact businesses? Here’s everything you need to know.
Batteries are essential for transitioning to climate-friendly mobility and broader use of renewable energy sources. As the core components of electric vehicles, batteries must be manufactured and used sustainably, with the ability to be seamlessly reintegrated into the material cycle. Extending the lifespan of battery systems and recycling raw materials, components, and materials after their initial use is of utmost importance.
Moreover, transparent supply chains are becoming crucial—from raw material extraction to battery assembly. Manufacturers will be required to document all emissions generated during the production, use, and disposal of their products. The new EU Battery Regulation will ensure compliance with these requirements, raising industry standards to new heights.
The digital battery passport enables continuous documentation of a battery’s lifecycle, from raw material extraction and production to use, reuse, and recycling. This tool records the origin of the battery and documents all critical information, including:
- Carbon footprint data
- Working conditions during raw material extraction
- Battery materials and components
- Hazardous substances, resource efficiency, and performance
- Recycling, repairability, and dismantling instructions
The dismantling instructions provided in the digital passport further facilitate the secondary use of battery components, contributing to waste reduction and improved circular economy practices.
The digital battery passport relies on a sophisticated software system where all data is stored in distributed data spaces. The responsibility for data is decentralized, ensuring the security and flexibility of the system.
- The European Commission will manage the central registration of passports and provide aggregated data through the Data Portal.
- Manufacturers will manage their data and ensure timely updates.
- National authorities will have access to specific data for compliance verification.
This system ensures transparency, security, and interoperability, which are crucial for industries looking to remain competitive in the market.
The digital battery passport is not just a technological tool—it lays the foundation for creating a more sustainable future. By enabling transparent tracking of the entire battery lifecycle, it reduces environmental impact, enhances supply chain security, and promotes sustainable practices.
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