The EU Battery Regulation is more relevant than ever—especially when it comes to large-scale battery storage and electric truck fleets.
The EU Battery Regulation 2023/1542, which takes effect in 2024, covers various categories of batteries. But what does this mean for businesses?
An overview:
What types of batteries does the regulation apply to?
- Portable industrial batteries
- Stationary battery energy storage systems
- Electric vehicle and light-duty vehicle batteries
- Starter batteries
- General-purpose batteries
- Portable batteries
Mandatory labeling:
To confirm compliance with EU standards, CE marking of batteries is mandatory.
The digital battery passport:
Starting in February 2027, certain batteries must be accompanied by a digital battery passport. This contains basic information about the battery.
The requirements:
Certain safety and performance requirements must be met. These ensure quality and longevity.
Practical Example: Electric Vehicle Batteries
Electric vehicle batteries, as well as rechargeable industrial batteries with a capacity of more than 2 kWh and batteries for light-duty vehicles, must be accompanied by technical documentation specifying parameters related to electrochemical performance and durability.
Recycling:
The regulation establishes targets for recycling efficiency and the use of recycled materials in batteries. For industrial batteries, starter batteries, and traction batteries, the regulation specifies a minimum recycled content.
These have been set at:
- 16% cobalt,
- 85% lead,
- 6% lithium,
- 6% nickel
Manufacturers must provide evidence of these recycled content levels.
