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China EV materials supply chain shifts, with scrapped cars and used batteries seen as key resources by 2050
A study finds China could meet a large share of key materials needed for future electric vehicle production by recycling scrapped EVs and used batteries. While EV adoption boosts new mineral demand, the analysis says end-of-life vehicles and batteries could become major sources of battery and motor materials over coming decades. The outlook varies by material, and depends on technology shifts, policy and how quickly collection and recycling systems are built.
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EU digital battery passport mandate next year raises worries for small suppliers in South Korea
South Korea\'s battery supply chain is facing a test as the European Union\'s digital battery passport mandate approaches next year. Major cell makers have set up response systems, but many small materials suppliers lack IT systems and specialist staff to measure carbon emissions. Carbon data for the passport requires lifecycle assessment information from multiple tiers of suppliers. Industry groups say small and mid-sized firms lack expertise, budget and manpower, widening gaps with large companies.
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LG Energy Solution targets Europe with AI data center power solutions
LG Energy Solution is targeting the European market with an integrated battery solution for AI data centers. The company said on Sunday it will take part in ees Europe 2026, a battery and energy storage exhibition in Munich, Germany. It will present products spanning data center operations, from grid battery energy storage systems to uninterruptible power supplies and battery backup units. It will also disclose its Battery Passport compliance status.
