DRIVING MARKET OPPORTUNITY While the race to create more and more EV lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery factories in Europe is accelerating, with investments regularly making the headlines, the recycling of EV batteries has yet to generate similar volumes of coverage. This is changing rapidly as three interconnected factors create a need for EV Li-ion battery recycling across Europe.

Combining technology, scale-up capabilities, and capital to power change Realizing the strategic importance of batteries, Western governments are aiming to build their own ecosystems, competing (and collaborating) with Asian leaders. So, what will the battery ecosystem of tomorrow look like? To discuss current and future trends, Arthur D. Little (ADL) brought together representatives of established and emerging players. This Viewpoint provides a high-level summary of the discussion.

Gambit: “A clever action in a game or other situation that is intended to achieve an advantage and usually involves taking a risk” [Cambridge Dictionary] The pandemic has transformed the environment for green investment, unlocking new opportunities as governments, corporates and investors all take a fresh look at their priorities. As this article explains, now is the time for companies to adopt a new focus on nurturing disruptive innovations, making bold strategic gambits that will drive green transformation.

Key findings from an ADL executive webinar with corporates and investors

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