Based on announcements at the time of publication.
Supplementary notes
Recycling capacity refers to material recovery. A maximum utilization factor of 85 percent and an average cell energy density of 180 Wh/kg are assumed.
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Battery recycling capacity worldwide 2023-2030, by region
Battery recycling capacity worldwide was estimated at *** gigawatts-hour in 2024, up ** percent year-over-year. By 2030, this figure is expected to more than triple, reaching gigawatts-hours. China is by far the largest battery recycling market, accounting for ** percent of capacity in 2024.
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