Whitepaper: Battery Passport

With the new EU Battery Regulation (EU 2023/1542) , the European Union is decisively driving change in the battery industry. A central part of this regulation is the digital battery passport, which many batteries must have from February 2027.

Risks of missing deadlines

Capturing and analysing the required data requires close collaboration along the entire supply chain and the use of new technologies to provide the required carbon data in real time. If the battery passport is missing or the carbon calculation is not submitted correctly or on time, this can lead to a complete loss of market access. EU regulations are strict, and batteries that do not provide the required data may not be placed on the market.

The introduction of performance classes and maximum values in particular offers some opportunities, however

Companies that invest in low-emission production methods early and optimise the carbon footprint of their batteries will be more competitive in the long term. In addition, awareness of sustainability among consumers and investors is growing steadily, so companies that can position their products as more environmentally friendly benefit from positive market access.

In the following whitepaper, you will find out when and to what extent different types of batteries must disclose their CO2 emissions: