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What is the EU Battery regulation 2023/1542?

In July 2023, a new EU battery regulation (Regulation 2023/1542) was approved by the EU. The aim of the regulation is to create a harmonized legislation for the sustainability and safety of batteries. The regulation started to apply on 18 February 2024. Until 18 August 2025, the regulation will coexist with the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC).

When will the EU adopt the new battery regulation?

The Commission will adopt delegated and implementing acts under the new Batteries Regulation from 2024 onwards. Eurostat provides access to detailed information on batteries and accumulators produced and waste generated. For questions about EU environmental policy, please contact Europe Direct.

How will the new batteries regulation affect the environment?

The new Batteries Regulation, entered into force on 17 August 2023, aims to minimise the environmental impact of the exponential growth in battery demand, which the EU could account for 17%. This is in light of new socioeconomic conditions, technological developments, markets, and battery usages.

How much climate financing does the World Bank have for battery storage?

Over the past three years, the World Bank has mobilized approximately $850 million in climate financing for battery storage projects globally. This includes 5.5 GWh of storage capacity already operational and 3.7 GWh more in the pipeline across the developing world.

How will the EU Battery regulation affect the battery industry?

The EU Battery Regulation will have a large impact on manufacturers of battery-operated products, appliances, and vehicles, as well as on the whole battery industry. Intertek has more than 50 years of experience evaluating all kinds of batteries, serving developers, manufacturers, and application experts worldwide.

What are battery safety requirements?

These include performance and durability requirements for industrial batteries, electric vehicle (EV) batteries, and light means of transport (LMT) batteries; safety standards for stationary battery energy storage systems (SBESS); and information requirements on SOH and expected lifetime.