The European Commission has set a target of getting at least 30 million zero-emission cars on Europe’s roads by 2030. To ensure the transition to e-mobility is fully sustainable and ethically responsible, a wider regulatory framework on battery supply chains is needed.
The European Commission’s recent proposal for the world’s first ever sustainable battery law offers a unique opportunity to introduce smart regulations that can underpin the development of a green, ethical and world-leading battery supply chain in Europe. To do so, T&E outlines three key areas along the battery value chain that need to be addressed.
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