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WILMINGTON, Del., Oct. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Allied Market Research published a report, titled, “Battery Recycling Market by Chemistry (Lead-Acid Based Battery, Lithium-Ion Based Battery, Nickel-Based Battery, and Others), Recycling Process (Hydrometallurgy, Pyrometallurgy, and Others), Material (Metals, Electrolyte, Plastics, and Others), Source (Automotive Batteries, Industrial Batteries, and Consumer and Electronic Appliance Batteries), and Application (Transportation, Consumer Electronics, Industrial, and Others): Global Opportunity Analysis and Industry Forecast, 2025-2034″. According to the report, the battery recycling market was valued at $26.9 billion in 2024, and is estimated to reach $77.1 billion by 2034, growing at a CAGR of 11.2% from 2025 to 2034.

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Increase in Government Regulations on Battery Disposal

Government regulations on battery disposal play a critical role in shaping the battery recycling market. As the usage of batteries, particularly lithium-ion batteries, in electric vehicles, consumer electronics, and industrial applications continues to surge, governments across the globe have implemented stringent regulatory frameworks to manage the environmental risks associated with battery waste. In the European Union, the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC) mandates that producers take responsibility for the collection, treatment, and recycling of batteries. The directive sets minimum recycling efficiency targets and obliges member states to implement national systems for battery take-back and proper disposal. A more comprehensive revision of this directive, the EU Batteries Regulation (Regulation (EU) 2023/1542), came into effect in 2023. It strengthens sustainability requirements across the entire battery lifecycle from design and production to end-of-life recycling, thus introducing battery passports and mandatory recycled content thresholds for key materials like cobalt, lithium, and nickel.

Ban on Landfilling Batteries in Several Countries

The ban on landfilling batteries in several countries has emerged as a significant regulatory driver in the global battery recycling market. As the world confronts the environmental hazards posed by improperly discarded batteries lithium-ion and lead-acid types, governments are taking legislative action to restrict or outright prohibit battery disposal in landfills. According to the European Environment Agency (EEA), Europe generated over 1.4 million tons of portable batteries in 2022, with approximately 50% recycled, in part due to these bans and collection schemes. Countries like Germany, Sweden, and the Netherlands have achieved collection rates above 70%, showcasing the efficacy of landfill bans in enhancing recycling performance. Moreover, in November 2023, the California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) reported that over 15,000 tons of batteries were diverted from landfills through designated collection and recycling channels.

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China’s Regulatory Clout on Battery Recycling Mandates

China’s battery recycling regulation is the “Interim Measures for the Management of Recycling and Utilization of New Energy Vehicle Power Batteries”, introduced by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) in 2018 and continuously strengthened since. These measures mandate EV manufacturers to establish comprehensive battery recycling systems, including traceability management, centralized collection, and proper treatment facilities. All EV batteries must be tracked via a unified national platform, with serial numbers used to monitor battery health, ownership, and recycling status. By mid-2024, the system had already logged over 10 million batteries, demonstrating its extensive reach. The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) has proposed new standards that increase the minimum lithium recovery rate to 90% (up from 85% in previous proposals), while maintaining high recovery rates for nickel, cobalt, and manganese at 98%. New targets of 98% are also set for copper, aluminum, and rare earth metals.

Export of Recycled Batteries to Countries with Material Shortages

The EU has introduced strict regulations emphasizing a circular economy, mandatory recycling targets, and enhanced traceability for batteries and their materials. Export of recycled batteries or recovered materials is permitted, but only if recycling meets the EU’s high environmental standards and traceability requirements, including digital battery passports and mandatory reporting of recycled content and carbon footprint. Countries with advanced recycling infrastructure, such as Belgium (Umicore), Germany, and the U.S., are increasingly positioned to export recycled battery materials to regions with limited access to raw materials or insufficient recycling capacity. For example, Umicore in Belgium has a pilot plant capable of recycling up to 7,000 tons of lithium batteries per year and has established supply agreements with major automakers across Europe.

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Public-Private Collaborations for Battery Take-back Programs

Governments typically provide the regulatory framework, infrastructure support, and policy incentives necessary to guide battery collection and recycling, while private companies such as battery manufacturers, automakers, electronics brands, and recyclers bring in technological expertise, logistics capabilities, and funding. For example, in the European Union, Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) legislation mandates that producers manage battery waste. In response, many countries have established public-private schemes, such as Germany’s GRS Batterien Foundation, which collects and recycles millions of batteries annually through a network of over 200,000 collection points in partnership with retailers and local governments. The Battery Waste Management Rules-2022 mandate producer responsibility for battery collection and recycling, spurring the emergence of new recycling industries and aiming for a 90% recovery rate by 2027 through collaborative models

Key Players: –

• Cirba Solutions
• Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Limited
• Aqua Metals, Inc.
• ACCUREC Recycling GmbH
• EnerSys
• American Battery Technology Company
• Teck Resources Limited
• East Penn Manufacturing Company
• Ecobat
• Element Resources

The report provides a detailed analysis of these key players in the battery recycling industry. These players have adopted different strategies such as new product launches, collaborations, expansion, joint ventures, and agreements to increase their market share and maintain dominant shares in different regions. The report is valuable in highlighting business performance, operating segments, product portfolio, and strategic moves of market players to highlight the competitive scenario.

Recent Key Developments

• In March 2023, Cirba Solutions announced a $300 million investment to expand lithium-ion battery recycling capabilities across the U.S., supported by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE).
• In April 2025, Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Limited (CATL) partnered with Chinese automakers and battery recyclers to build a closed-loop recycling system.

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SHANGHAI, Oct. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Approved by China’s State Council, 2025 Sustainable Global Leaders Conference is being held in Huangpu District, Shanghai, from October 16 to 18. Under the theme “Joining Hands to Address Challenges: Global Action, Innovation, and Sustainable Growth”, the conference brings together global expertise to explore new pathways for sustainable development and inject powerful “Chinese momentum” into global sustainability governance.

The conference is co-hosted by the World Green Design Organization (WGDO) and Sina Group, with the IFRS Foundation Beijing Office as a co-organizer. It is jointly organized by Sina Finance and the WGDO Beijing Representative Office, and supported by the People’s Government of Huangpu District, Shanghai.

On October 17, the second day, Distinguished international political figures attended the event, including Kolinda Grabar-Kitarović, the 4th President of the Republic of Croatia, Member of International Olympic Committee (IOC), Vuk Jeremić, President of the Center for International Relations and Sustainable Development, Former Foreign Minister of Serbia, Former President of the United Nations General Assembly, and H.E. Salvador Moncada, Ambassador of Honduras to China.

Liu Jun, President of Industrial and Commercial Bank of China and Wang Zhiheng, president of Agricultural Bank of China. Liu also held a dialogue with Michael Levitt, Nobel Laureate in Chemistry, on AI Innovation Powers Sustainable Development.

Other notable attendees included Tu Guangshao, Co-chair of the ESG Leaders Association Forum, YAN Shidong, Director General, Center for Environmental Education and Communications of Ministry of Ecology and Environment, P.R.C, He Qing, Secretary of the CPC Shanghai Municipal State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Committee, Xu Huili, Deputy Secretary of the CPC Huangpu District Committee, District Mayor of Huangpu, and Deng Qingxu, CEO of Sina Finance.

A series of significant ESG-related reports were released during the conference, including: 2024 China Alcohol Drinks ESG Development Index Report, ESG Disclosure Progress Report — Based on AI Tools, The 2025 Disclosure Dividend — A Comprehensive Assessment of Business Resilience in a Rapidly Changing Environment, Sustainable Development: Breaking Through Growth Barriers — Carbon Neutrality and Executive Insights 2025, and Green Development Research Findings by Beijing National Institute of ESG.

The conference also welcomed leading figures from international organizations, academia, finance, business, and sports. Michael Levitt, Michael Levitt, 2013 Nobel Prize Laureate in Chemistry, Member of the National Academy of Sciences, Fellow of the Royal Society, and Professor of Structural Biology at Stanford University in the United States delivered a keynote address on How AI Is Reshaping the Future of Industry and Society. Jared Diamond, Professor of Geography, University of California, Los Angeles; Author of Guns, Germs, and Steel presented a special lecture titled The Next Chapter of Human History: Integrating Health, Environment, and Governance.

Other distinguished speakers included Liang Tao, Liang Tao, former Vice Chairman of the China Banking and Insurance Regulatory Commission, Zhao Yan, Zhao Yan, Founder of Bloomage Biotech, Bloomage International, Dinan Huang, Chairman of Shenergy (Group) Co., Ltd., Liu Liya, Vice President of Shanghai University of Finance and Economics, Zhao Ruirui, former Chinese women’s volleyball player and Olympic champion, and Qin Shuo, Humanities and Finance Observer, Organizer of Chin@ Moments.

As a key international platform for sustainability dialogue, 2025 Sustainable Global Leaders Conference fosters global conversations and industrial collaboration with an open, cooperative, and mutually beneficial approach. It brings together governments, enterprises, academia, institutions, and social organizations to explore practical pathways and long-term mechanisms for sustainable development.

Looking ahead, the conference will continue to promote the exchange and transformation of green innovations, deepen integration with local economy, technological innovation, and financial capital, and help Shanghai evolve into a globally influential model city for sustainable development — delivering China’s green commitments and actions to the world.

 

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GOTHENBURG, Sweden, Oct. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Liquid Wind and Umeå Energi have signed all necessary agreements to commercialise a large-scale eFuel production facility in Umeå, Sweden. This milestone follows the environmental permit granted by the Land and Environmental Court in Umeå, marking the transition into the execution phase, with implementation activities now ready to proceed.

The facility, with the project name FlagshipTHREE, will be co-located with Umeå Energi’s cogeneration plant Dåvaverket in the Umeå Eco Industrial Park and is designed to produce up to 100,000 tons of eMethanol annually, while capturing 150,000 tons of biogenic CO₂ through Carbon Capture and Utilisation (CCU) technology. It is expected to be operational in 2028. eFuels like eMethanol are critical for decarbonising hard-to-abate sectors such as shipping and aviation, which currently consume millions of tons of fossil fuels annually.

The project is being developed by Liquid Wind, the leading developer of eFuel facilities in the Nordics, in close collaboration with Umeå Energi.

Strategic Significance

The planned facility is set to become one of the largest industrial investments in northern Sweden and will serve as a cornerstone of the Umeå Eco Industrial Park — a regional innovation hub focused on circular economy, electrification, and climate-neutral industrial development.

The park is designed to foster industrial symbiosis, enabling businesses to optimise resource flows, reduce emissions, and minimise waste. By utilising residual or waste materials and energy from neighbouring operations, the facility will contribute to a more efficient and sustainable industrial ecosystem.

Boosting domestic production of eFuels significantly strengthens energy resilience from a local, Swedish, and European perspective. This shift reduces reliance on imported fossil fuels, enhances supply chain security, and supports the EU’s broader strategy for energy independence and climate neutrality.

Claes Fredriksson, CEO and founder of Liquid Wind:

“Our eFuel project in Umeå is now ready for commercialisation. Reaching this milestone is a significant achievement for our team, and we are grateful for the strong and constructive cooperation with Umeå Energi throughout the process. With all agreements finalised and the environmental permit secured, we are entering a new phase — one that offers investors a clear path to climate impact and long-term value. This facility is a replicable model for clean fuel production and a strategic asset for Sweden and Europe’s energy future.”

Jan Ridfeldt, CEO of Umeå Energi:

“Our collaboration with Liquid Wind reinforces Umeå Energi’s position as a leader in clean energy innovation. The eFuel facility is not only a climate investment — it’s a strategic infrastructure project that will strengthen the region’s industrial competitiveness.”

Key Metrics

• Location: Dåvaverket, Umeå
• Production Capacity: 100,000 tons of eMethanol/year
• Biogenic CO₂ Capture: 150,000 tons/year
• Construction Start: planned 2026
• Operational Launch: planned 2028
• Estimated Climate Impact: 180,000 tons of CO₂ reduction annually

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About Liquid Wind

Liquid Wind is a leading developer of eFuel production facilities with a vision to reduce the world’s dependency on fossil fuel. Liquid Wind has a solid pipeline of facility projects in development with the goal of reaching 10 projects by 2027. Headquartered in Gothenburg, Sweden and present in Denmark and Finland, Liquid Wind has approx. 70 employees. Liquid Wind has a strong group of investors, including Alfa Laval, Carbon Clean, Elyse Energy, HYCAP, Samsung Ventures, Siemens Energy, Topsoe and Uniper.

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Next to a Red Light District, Amsterdam is now home to a No Light District.

AMSTERDAM, Oct. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Royal Zoo ARTIS has officially been certified as an Urban Night Sky Place by DarkSky International. ARTIS is the first location in the heart of a European capital to receive this certification—and the first zoo in the world to earn the designation. This recognition honors ARTIS’s commitment to reducing light pollution and highlights the importance of darkness for both nature and people.

When viewed from the air at night, Amsterdam appears as a sea of lights—with one remarkably dark spot: ARTIS Zoo. Located in the center of the city, the park serves as an oasis of darkness where night truly remains night. ARTIS is responsible for the wellbeing of its animals, and a proper night’s rest is essential. Both the urban wildlife and the animals cared for by ARTIS benefit from the preservation of nocturnal darkness.

Valuable for a wide audience

Dan Oakley, representative of DarkSky International: “It’s fantastic that ARTIS has been certified as an Urban Night Sky Place. The fact that, in a zoo in the light-filled city of Amsterdam, the night sky is being protected—and its importance explained to the public—is tremendously valuable. This benefits not only residents and visitors but also the animals. Hopefully, other zoos will follow ARTIS’s example and more DarkSky locations will be created.”

The Importance of darkness

The Netherlands is among the most light-polluted countries in the world. Artificial lighting in urban areas increases by 10 percent each year, disrupting biological rhythms, disorienting animals, and affecting human health. With this certification, ARTIS serves as an ambassador for darkness, raising awareness about the impact of light pollution on nature.

Starting this winter, ARTIS will organize activities to help visitors experience the beauty of the night. During evening openings, a limited number of guests can wander through the park, experience the dark with all their senses, and rediscover the stars in ARTIS’ Planetarium.

“Darkness plays a crucial role for plants, animals, and humans,” says Savitri Groag, Sustainability Coordinator at ARTIS. “By switching off lights, we return nature’s natural bio-rhythm. This certificate proves that even in the heart of a major city, nocturnal darkness can be protected.”

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WUHU, China, Oct. 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Chery Group and UNICEF today announced the renewal of their global partnership in education, launching a new three-year collaboration to transform the lives of children worldwide, especially the most vulnerable, by enabling them to access quality education.

Building on its initial contribution of US$ 6 million for 2023-2025, Chery Group has pledged an additional US$ 6 million over the next three years to further support UNICEF’s education programs, both globally and with dedicated support to China, Mexico, South Africa, Türkiye, Indonesia, and Vietnam.

UNICEF estimates that hundreds of millions of children worldwide still lack access to quality education. Over 600 million are unable to attain minimum proficiency levels in reading and mathematics, even though two thirds of them are in school. For those out of school, foundational literacy and numeracy remain out of reach. Educational inequality continues to hinder global progress, with children affected by poverty, conflict, disasters, disabilities, or living in remote and marginalized communities most at risk of being left behind.

Since the partnership was first established in 2023, Chery Group has provided vital support to UNICEF’s global education programmes. Chery contributed to UNICEF reaching nearly 40 million children and adolescents with access to quality education, including 17 million in emergencies. Building on this significant impact and in response to the ongoing global learning crisis, both parties have pledged to extend their partnership through 2028, deepening their shared commitment to empowering the next generation.

Chery Group’s renewed commitment of US$6 million will support UNICEF’s global education programmes to provide access to quality education for the most disadvantaged and marginalised children, and to help countries strengthen their national education systems to create lasting change for children at scale.

Yin Tongyue, Chairman of Chery Group, stated at the renewal ceremony: “Chery Group has consistently placed corporate social responsibility at the core of its development. We are not just an automobile manufacturer – we are committed contributors to global sustainable development. The achievements of our collaboration over the past two years have strengthened our belief in advancing global education with UNICEF. By renewing this vital partnership, Chery Group will continue to mobilize global resources, collaborate with partners from all sectors, and contribute efforts to promote social progress and help build a more inclusive future.”

“Chery’s commitment to innovation, social responsibility, and global impact is truly inspiring,” said Dr. Myo-Zin Nyunt, Deputy Regional Director of UNICEF East Asia and Pacific Regional Office. “We look forward to deepening our collaboration and creating even greater opportunities for children everywhere. On behalf of UNICEF and the millions of lives of children you’ve touched – thank you for your trust, your vision, and your unwavering support. Together, we can build a brighter, more equitable future for every child.”

With Chery Group’s support, UNICEF has made remarkable progress during the first two years of the partnership, delivering quality education to tens of millions of out-of-school children, including children with disabilities, displaced children, and those affected by emergencies. With Chery Group’s renewed commitment, this transformative work will continue in China, Mexico, South Africa, and Türkiye, and expand to Viet Nam and Indonesia. These programmes focus on fostering inclusive, healthy, and safe learning environments, ensuring that more children and adolescents gain access to equitable and quality educational opportunities.

Chery Group has consistently integrated the principles of sustainable development into its strategy and operations. The renewal of its partnership with UNICEF marks not only a significant milestone in Chery’s long-term commitment to social responsibility, but also a concrete step towards fulfilling its promise of “building a better future for the next generation”. By joining forces and leveraging education as a catalyst, Chery Group will continue to stand alongside global partners like UNICEF to advance a more equitable, resilient, and human-centered vision of sustainable development worldwide.

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SHANGHAI, Oct. 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Approved by the State Council, the 2025 Sustainable Global Leaders Conference opened on October 16 in Huangpu District, Shanghai. Centered around the theme “Joining Hands to Address Challenges: Global Action, Innovation, and Sustainable Growth,” the Conference brings together global wisdom and strength to explore new pathways for sustainable development, injecting powerful “Chinese dynamism” into global sustainable governance.

The Conference is jointly organized by the World Green Design Organization (WGDO) and Sina Group, co-organized by the Beijing Office of the IFRS Foundation, undertaken by Sina Finance and the Beijing Representative Office of the World Green Design Organization, and supported by the People’s Government of Huangpu District, Shanghai.

Wang Jinnan, President of World Green Design Organization; Charles Chao, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Sina Group; and Tu Guangshao, Co-Chair of the ESG Leaders Forum, delivered opening remarks on behalf of the organizers. Mohamed Waheed Hassan, former President of the Maldives, and Erkki Liikanen, Chair of the IFRS Foundation Trustees, also delivered speeches.

During the opening ceremony, the “2025 Shanghai ESG Development Report” was released. The report focuses on urban sustainable development and governance innovation, aiming to provide valuable path analysis and policy recommendations for sustainable development nationwide.

Bi Xiaoying, First-Level Inspector of the Listing Department of the China Securities Regulatory Commission, delivered a speech titled “Building a Solid Institutional Foundation for the Sustainable Development of Listed Companies.”

Additionally, distinguished guests from international organizations, academia, finance, business, and other fields attended the event. Kevin Kelly, Author of 2049, Tech Visionary, and Founding Editor of Wired Magazine, and Joseph Sifakis, founder of the Verimag Laboratory and 2007 A.M. Turing Award Laureate, shared cutting-edge insights on AI and sustainable development. Business leaders, including Zhang Hui, President of Bank of China; Zhang Baojiang, President of Bank of Communications; Gao Fei, President of of China Eastern Airline Group; and Wang Li, General Manager of China Kweichow Moutai (Group) Distillery Co., Ltd.; Acting General Manager of Kweichow Moutai Co., Ltd., also delivered impactful speeches.

A supporting event, the “Green Industry and Sustainable Consumption Expo,” was held concurrently, showcasing innovative practices in the field of sustainable development. Participants included international organizations, embassies and consulates of multiple countries, Global 500 companies, leading domestic enterprises, core financial institutions, and renowned business schools.

As a key international platform for sustainable dialogue, the 2025 Sustainable Global Leaders Conference promotes open, cooperative, and win-win global discourse and industrial collaboration. By uniting governments, enterprises, academia, institutions, and social organizations, the Conference seeks to explore practical pathways and long-term mechanisms for sustainable development. Moving forward, the Conference will continue to foster the exchange and transformation of green innovation achievements, deepen synergies with local economies, technological innovation, and financial capital, and support Shanghai in becoming a globally influential model city for sustainable development, conveying China’s green commitments and actions to the world.

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