How OEMs can secure local, sustainable battery supply
This episode delves into the critical subject of batteries, discussing sustainability in the supply chain, the life cycle of batteries and how this can be scaled up for a growing mass market.
Batteries are a critical piece in the transport decarbonisation puzzle. They are also subject to great scrutiny for their use of rare raw materials and challenges in reuse and recycling. In this episode, we discuss the economic and scientific factors involved in developing and bringing to market sustainable batteries.
This episode features EY’s James Nicholson UK&I Partner, AM&M, and Dr Pam Thomas, CEO of the Faraday Institution. We also meet Graham Hoare President of Global Operations at Britishvolt, who discusses how Britishvolt are putting sustainability into action in their production of batteries in the UK.
The episode highlights:
- How to ensure sustainability throughout the entire life cycle of a battery; from research, to sourcing materials, through to recycling.
- How technological advancements will help secure sustainability.
- The numerous benefits of localising battery supply chains.
- What actions are needed to guarantee investor confidence in battery technology.
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Presenters:
James Nicholson – UK&I Partner, AM&M
External presenters:
Ade Thomas – Founder, GreenTV & EV Summit
Dr Pam Thomas – CEO of the Faraday Institution
Graham Hoare – President of Global Operations at Britishvolt
Podcast
Duration 48m 00s
