Policy · 2h ago
China and US diverge on EV battery recycling strategies
China holds 85% of global EV battery recycling capacity and mandates shredding old packs. The US instead plans to repurpose used batteries for grid storage before recycling. This strategic split reflects differing priorities on resource recovery and energy resilience.
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The US approach may extend battery life but risks falling behind China in building a circular supply chain for critical minerals.
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