Safety Management for EV Battery Reuse and Recycling in India
WRI India hosted a panel discussion on “Battery Safety for Reuse and Recycling” as part of the Global Electric Vehicle Battery Safety Forum organized by the India Energy Storage Alliance. With electric vehicles expected to drive 90 percent of the lithium-ion battery (LIB) market by 2030, India faces a significant opportunity—1.2 million tons in recycling and over 200 gigawatt-hours (GWh) in second-life utilization. The discussion addressed safety challenges in LIB reuse and recycling, regulatory gaps, and policy measures to ensure a secure circular economy.

By 2030, about 90 percent of the lithium-ion battery (LIB) market will be driven by electric vehicles (EVs). The growing EV market is expected create 1.2 million tons of recycling opportunities and over 200 gigawatt-hour (GWh) of second-life utilization opportunities for retired LIBs. Following stringent safety measures while handling LIBs is critical for extended battery durability, its circular economy, and the safety of workers and the environment. This conference proceedings explores the policies, standards, regulations and other enabling actions required to ensure safety in the LIB reuse and recycling ecosystem in India.