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California’s Push to Close the EV Battery Loop

Last updated: April 13, 2025 4:28 pm
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Why EV Battery Recycling Policy is Essential for a Sustainable Future

With the increasing sales of electric vehicles (EVs), it’s crucial to have a comprehensive policy in place for managing the batteries that will reach their end of life. Recycling EV batteries is not only important for reducing fossil fuel use and air pollution but also for recovering valuable materials to make new batteries, thus lessening the environmental and social impact of production.

According to a recent report, by 2050, we can meet more than half of our demand for lithium, cobalt, and nickel for new EV battery manufacturing with recycled materials if we implement processes with high mineral recovery rates.

The Progress of EV Battery Recycling Policy in California

California Senate Bill (SB) 615, now in its third year of negotiations, aims to create a framework where manufacturers are responsible for the end-of-life management of batteries they produce. The bill also includes a certification process for EV battery recyclers based on worker safety and environmental impact criteria, reporting requirements for transparency, and the sharing of battery state of health information to facilitate remanufacturing and repurposing.

While SB 615 has made progress, there are still areas that need improvement. Stakeholders are advocating for the inclusion of mineral recovery rate requirements and a ban on smelting, as these measures are essential for effective recycling and reducing environmental impact.

The Need for EV Battery Recycling Policy

Without a recycling policy in place, there are challenges in ensuring that all batteries make it to the recycling facility and that minerals are recovered at a high rate. Some batteries may not be profitable to recycle due to factors such as damage, location, or the type of minerals they contain. Policy intervention is necessary to address these challenges and ensure a steady stream of batteries for recycling companies.

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States like New Jersey, Washington, New Mexico, Nevada, Massachusetts, and New York are also considering or have introduced EV battery recycling bills with varying levels of environmental standards and mineral recovery requirements.

Overall, EV battery recycling policy is crucial for promoting sustainability, reducing waste, and supporting the growth of the EV industry. By implementing comprehensive regulations, we can ensure that EV batteries are recycled efficiently and that valuable materials are recovered for future use.

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