In Short : The necessity of a circular battery economy—which encourages recycling, reuse, and sustainable resource management to lessen dependency on imported raw materials and efficiently handle end-of-life battery waste—was underlined by parliamentarians during a recent legislative session.
Using Innovation and Regulations to Strengthen Strategy
With the release of the Battery Waste Management Rules, 2022, the Ministry of Environment established Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) requirements. By FY 2027–2028, producers must begin using domestically recycled materials in their manufacture, and they are now required to meet yearly collection and recycling quotas. 3,664 producers and 442 recyclers have already registered on a unified EPR platform, which makes compliance easier and promotes a formal recycling ecosystem.
Nearing the goal of 1,096,000 tonnes, companies have so far acquired 729,000 metric tonnes of EPR certificates.
Impact and Significance of Clean Energy
By improving resource efficiency, cutting down on e-waste, and safeguarding vital mineral supply chains, these actions represent a significant step toward closing the loop in India’s battery lifetime. Together, they create the foundation for a strong and resilient circular economy for batteries, which is essential to India’s shift to sustainable energy.
About India’s Battery EPR Framework
India has established circular principles for all battery types through EPR objectives and a digital compliance site under the Battery Waste Management Rules, 2022. This framework is spearheading India’s transition to sustainable, responsible battery lifetime management through infrastructure and technology initiatives supported by MeitY, MoEF&CC, and MSME support.
