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Morning Breakfasts In Networking Exhibition Area

Continental Breakfast, Fresh Scrambled Eggs, Hickory Smoked Bacon, Country Style Sausage, Breakfast Potatoes

Chair’s Opening Remarks

Navigating Standards, Regulations, And Commercial Opportunities In The Recycling Of Lithium-Ion Batteries

This presentation explores the complex terrain of standards, regulations, and commercial avenues in lithium-ion battery recycling. Gain insights into evolving regulatory frameworks, compliance standards, and emerging commercial opportunities. Learn to strategize for sustainable practices that promote environmental stewardship and economic growth in the electric vehicle industry.

• Explore the dynamic landscape of standards and regulations governing lithium-ion battery recycling

• Learn to navigate compliance requirements and stay abreast of evolving regulatory changes

• Gain insights into the diverse commercial prospects offered by battery recycling

• Learn strategies to identify and capitalize on emerging opportunities in the market

• Explore strategies for integrating sustainable practices into battery recycling operations

• Understand the importance of balancing environmental stewardship with economic viability for long-term industry growth

Revitalizing Sustainability: Recycling Materials For A Circular Battery Supply Chain

This session delves into the challenges and opportunities of creating a circular battery supply chain through material recycling. Explore complexities like logistical hurdles, technological innovations, and regulatory considerations. Discover barriers to achieving a circular battery supply chain, innovative recycling technologies, and strategies for collaboration to drive sustainability in the battery industry.

• Learn about logistical challenges and technological advancements crucial for establishing a closed-loop system

• Understand regulatory considerations and their impact on achieving circularity in battery material supply chains

• Discover cutting-edge recycling technologies transforming battery recycling

• Assess the potential of these innovations to overcome existing barriers and promote sustainability in the battery industry

• Explore strategies for effective stakeholder collaboration to surmount obstacles and advance sustainability goals

• Gain insights into how collaborative efforts can drive transformative changes toward a more sustainable and circular future for battery supply chains

Localized And Circular Lithium-Ion Recycling Solutions And Networks

Arturo Pérez de Lucia, Director General/General Manager, AEDIVE

In this presentation, we delve into the challenges and opportunities surrounding localized and circular lithium-ion recycling solutions and networks. The discussion will explore the intricacies of establishing localized recycling infrastructure, including logistical, technological, and regulatory considerations. Understand the importance of localized recycling for sustainability, identifying strategies to overcome barriers in establishing circular recycling networks, and exploring innovative approaches to maximize the efficiency and effectiveness of lithium-ion battery recycling at a local level. Gain insights to contribute to the development of sustainable and resilient recycling ecosystems for lithium-ion batteries.

Navigating Battery Innovation And Electrochemical Insights: From Development To Passport Integration

Embark on a comprehensive journey from battery innovation to passport integration, delving into electrochemical insights and development processes. Explore challenges and opportunities in optimizing battery performance, seamless integration, and regulatory compliance. Gain insights into the latest advancements, electrochemical complexities, and strategies for efficient passport integration to drive innovation and enhance performance in battery development.

• Explore challenges and opportunities in optimizing battery performance for diverse applications

• Gain insights into strategies for enhancing battery efficiency and longevity to meet evolving demands

• Learn about the latest advancements in battery technology and electrochemical insights

• Understand the complexities of electrochemical processes and their implications for battery performance and integration

• Explore strategies for seamless integration of batteries into diverse applications

• Understand the importance of harmonizing with regulatory frameworks and ensuring compliance throughout the integration process

Beyond Disposal: Forging Circular Pathways For Lithium-ion Batteries

Join us in exploring sustainable recycling solutions beyond traditional disposal methods in our presentation, “Beyond Disposal.” Uncover challenges and opportunities in establishing circular pathways for lithium-ion batteries. Learn strategies to navigate regulations, leverage technological innovations, and foster collaborations for effective battery recycling. Gain actionable insights to contribute to the evolution of circular battery ecosystems, promoting sustainability and resource conservation.

• Explore challenges in complying with regulations and standards for sustainable battery recycling

• Learn strategies to navigate regulatory complexities and ensure compliance in circular battery pathways

• Discover technological advancements driving sustainable recycling solutions for lithium-ion batteries

• Understand how innovative technologies can optimize recycling processes and enhance resource conservation

• Learn the importance of collaboration among stakeholders in establishing effective battery recycling systems

• Explore strategies for fostering partnerships and networks to overcome challenges and drive sustainability in circular battery ecosystems

Morning Networking Break

Exhibition Hall > Tea, Coffee, Soft Drinks

Navigating Battery Diversity: A Comparative Analysis Of Techniques

Join us in exploring diverse techniques for battery management and optimization in our presentation, “Navigating Battery Diversity.” Dive into the intricate landscape of battery technologies, comparing methodologies from material selection to manufacturing processes. Gain insights to unlock efficiency and sustainability. By the session’s end, participants will understand the complexities of battery diversity, empowering them to drive innovation in energy storage.

• Explore various methodologies for battery management and optimization

• Compare approaches from material selection to manufacturing processes to understand their impact on efficiency and sustainability

• Learn how different techniques can enhance battery efficiency and promote sustainability

• Gain insights into strategies for selecting and implementing optimal battery management approaches

• Understand the nuances of battery diversity to make informed decisions in energy storage

• Empower participants to drive innovation by applying insights gained from comparative analysis to their work in the field

Close The European Loop In Battery Production With Raw Material From Secondary Sources

Benjamin Bauer, Development Engineer, Fortum Batterie Recycling GmbH

• Industrial scale production of secondary Nickel, Cobalt, Manganese, Lithium and others

• How to close the loop and add value in the production process

• Service offers to waste handling for battery producers, manufacturers or other waste handling companies

• Challenges in battery recycling process

Towards Eco-Friendly Batteries: Redefining Sustainability In Design And Recycling

In our presentation, “Towards Eco-Friendly Batteries,” we explore the paradigm shift in battery sustainability through innovative design and recycling practices. Attendees will delve into the challenges and opportunities inherent in redefining sustainability across the battery lifecycle, from initial design to end-of-life recycling. Throughout the session, insights into eco-friendly material selection, manufacturing processes, and circular economy principles will be shared, empowering participants to drive meaningful change in the battery industry. By the conclusion, attendees will be equipped with strategies to enhance sustainability, minimize environmental impact, and foster a greener future for battery technology.

• Explore challenges and opportunities in redefining sustainability across the battery lifecycle

• Learn about innovative design and recycling practices aimed at minimizing environmental impact

• Gain insights into sustainable material selection and manufacturing processes for batteries

• Understand the importance of adopting eco-friendly practices to reduce resource consumption and waste generation

• Explore circular economy principles and their application in battery design and recycling

• Learn strategies to enhance sustainability and promote a greener future by adopting circular economy practices in the battery industry

Sustainable Solutions: Enhancing Value In Battery Recycling Operations

Join us for an insightful discussion on sustainable solutions aimed at maximizing value in battery recycling operations. Through a comprehensive exploration, we’ll address the challenges and opportunities inherent in creating environmentally responsible and economically viable recycling processes. Attendees will gain valuable insights into innovative techniques for material recovery, process optimization, and market integration. By the end of the session, participants will be equipped with actionable strategies to enhance the sustainability and profitability of battery recycling operations, driving positive environmental impact and economic growth in the recycling industry.

• Innovative Techniques for Material Recovery: Explore innovative methods for recovering materials from batteries during the recycling process

• Process Optimization and Market Integration: Learn strategies to optimize recycling processes and integrate recycled materials into the market effectively

• Actionable Strategies for Sustainability and Profitability: Gain actionable insights to enhance the sustainability and profitability of battery recycling operations, contributing to positive environmental impact and economic growth

40 Min Round Table Panel

Decoding Cell Chemistry: Navigating LFP Vs. NMC And Beyond, Ensuring Market Independence And Overcoming Core Material Challenges

Moderator: Arnd Böhler, Manager Center of Competence (CoC) Recycling / Recycling for eComponents, Daimler Truck AG

Panelists: TBC

This round table discussion delves into the intricacies of cell chemistry, focusing on the comparison between Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) and Nickel Manganese Cobalt (NMC) chemistries, alongside other emerging variants. A key point of discussion revolves around strategies for achieving market independence, particularly in reducing reliance on Chinese markets for critical materials. Moreover, the session explores the challenges associated with core materials like graphite, addressing concerns and seeking solutions to ensure stability and sustainability in the battery supply chain.

• Comparative Analysis of Cell Chemistries: Explore the differences between Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) and Nickel Manganese Cobalt (NMC) chemistries, along with emerging variants

• Strategies for Market Independence: Discuss strategies to reduce reliance on Chinese markets for critical materials in battery production

• Addressing Challenges in Core Materials: Identify challenges related to core materials like graphite in the battery supply chain and seek solutions to ensure stability and sustainability

Networking Lunch Break

Soup, Salad, Mains, Sides, Dessert

Tea, Coffee, Juices, Soft Drinks

Revolutionizing Recycling: Pioneering Designs For Intrinsic Recyclability In Electrodes And Cells

Explore the frontier of battery recycling with our presentation, “Revolutionizing Recycling.” We’ll delve into ground-breaking designs aimed at embedding recyclability directly into electrode and cell structures. Attendees will uncover the challenges and opportunities inherent in pioneering intrinsic recyclability, from material selection to manufacturing processes. Throughout the session, insights into innovative design principles, regulatory considerations, and collaborative strategies will be shared, empowering participants to drive meaningful change in the battery industry. By the conclusion, attendees will be equipped with strategies to revolutionize recycling practices, minimize waste, and foster sustainability in battery technology.

• Explore ground-breaking designs aimed at embedding recyclability directly into electrode and cell structures

• Uncover challenges and opportunities inherent in pioneering intrinsic recyclability, from material selection to manufacturing processes

• Gain insights into innovative design principles, regulatory considerations, and collaborative strategies to drive meaningful change in the battery industry towards sustainability

Maximizing Output, Minimizing Waste: Approaches To Effective Black Mass Chemical Treatment

Join us for an in-depth exploration of effective chemical treatment methods for black mass in battery recycling operations. Our presentation focuses on maximizing output and minimizing waste through innovative approaches to black mass treatment. Attendees will gain insights into the challenges and opportunities associated with chemical treatment techniques, including material recovery, process optimization, and environmental considerations. By the end of the session, participants will be equipped with actionable strategies to enhance the efficiency and sustainability of black mass treatment processes, driving positive environmental impact and economic growth in battery recycling operations.

• Effective Chemical Treatment Methods for Black Mass: Explore innovative approaches to chemical treatment for black mass in battery recycling operations

• Maximizing Output and Minimizing Waste: Understand strategies to maximize output and minimize waste through effective black mass treatment techniques

• Actionable Strategies for Efficiency and Sustainability: Gain insights into actionable strategies for enhancing the efficiency and sustainability of black mass treatment processes, driving positive environmental impact and economic growth in battery recycling operations

Empowering Innovation: Fumed Metal Oxides Revolutionize Li-ion Battery Safety And Efficiency

Discover the transformative potential of fumed metal oxides in revolutionizing the safety and efficiency of Li-ion batteries in our presentation. We’ll delve into the challenges and opportunities inherent in integrating these innovative materials into battery design and manufacturing processes. Attendees will gain insights into the mechanisms behind enhanced battery performance and safety, as well as the regulatory considerations and commercial prospects associated with fumed metal oxide adoption. By the end of the session, participants will be empowered to leverage fumed metal oxides to drive innovation, improve battery performance, and ensure safer energy storage solutions.

• Understanding Fumed Metal Oxides in Battery Innovation: Explore the transformative potential of fumed metal oxides in enhancing the safety and efficiency of Li-ion batteries

• Integration Challenges and Opportunities: Delve into the challenges and opportunities of integrating fumed metal oxides into battery design and manufacturing processes

• Mechanisms, Regulations, and Commercial Prospects: Gain insights into the mechanisms behind enhanced battery performance and safety, along with regulatory considerations and commercial prospects associated with fumed metal oxide adoption

Breaking Ground: Building Recycling Plants With Advanced Spoke And Hydro Metallurgy Technologies

Join us in exploring the forefront of battery recycling with advanced spoke and hydro metallurgy technologies. Our presentation delves into the challenges and opportunities in establishing recycling plants that utilize these innovative processes. Attendees will gain insights into the efficiency gains, environmental benefits, and economic viability offered by these cutting-edge technologies. By the end of the session, participants will be equipped with strategies to break new ground in battery recycling, driving sustainability and resource conservation in the industry.

• Explore the forefront of battery recycling with advanced spoke and hydro metallurgy technologies

• Gain insights into the efficiency gains, environmental benefits, and economic viability offered by these cutting-edge recycling processes

• Learn strategies to break new ground in battery recycling by leveraging advanced spoke and hydro metallurgy technologies, driving sustainability and resource conservation in the industry

EU Battery Recycling Market Outlook And Strategic Implications

Maximilian Wegner, Senior Project Manager, Roland Berger

• How will the market volume for battery recycling develop in Europe?

• Are there enough feedstock materials to meet the EU targets for minimum recycling content by 2031/36?

• What is the economic viability of recycling and how high are the future break-even acquisition costs for EOL batteries?

• How is the battery recycling value chain currently structured? Are major changes to be expected?

• What are the key success factors and strategic implications for stakeholders along the value chain?

Direct Recycling Redefined: Unlocking Potential With Multi-Chemistry Processing

Join us as we redefine direct recycling with multi-chemistry processing in our presentation. We’ll delve into the intricacies of this innovative approach, exploring its potential to revolutionize battery recycling. Attendees will gain insights into the challenges and opportunities associated with multi-chemistry processing, including material recovery, process optimization, and regulatory compliance. By the end of the session, participants will be equipped with actionable strategies to leverage this technology for efficient and sustainable battery recycling, driving positive environmental impact and economic growth in the industry.

• Understanding Multi-Chemistry Processing in Battery Recycling: Explore the innovative approach of multi-chemistry processing and its potential to revolutionize battery recycling

• Challenges and Opportunities: Gain insights into the challenges and opportunities associated with multi-chemistry processing, including material recovery, process optimization, and regulatory compliance

• Actionable Strategies for Efficiency and Sustainability: Learn actionable strategies to leverage multi-chemistry processing for efficient and sustainable battery recycling, driving positive environmental impact and economic growth in the industry

Afternoon Networking Break

Tea, Coffee, Soft Drinks, Donuts, Snacks

Sustainable Battery Management: Pioneering The Future Of Circularity

Join us for a forward-looking exploration of sustainable battery management in our presentation. We’ll delve into pioneering strategies and technologies shaping the future of circularity in the battery industry. Attendees will gain insights into innovative approaches for battery lifecycle management, including design for recycling, reuse, and sustainable materials sourcing. By the end of the session, participants will be equipped with actionable insights to drive sustainable practices, minimize environmental impact, and foster a circular economy in the battery sector.

• Explore pioneering strategies and technologies shaping circularity in the battery industry, including design for recycling, reuse, and sustainable materials sourcing

• Gain insights into innovative approaches for sustainable battery management that minimize environmental impact and foster a circular economy

• Learn actionable insights to drive sustainable practices in battery management, empowering participants to contribute to environmental conservation and circularity in the battery sector

40 Min Round Table Panel Discussion

Revolutionizing EV Battery Recycling: The Power of OEM Collaborations

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This round table discussion will spotlight how groundbreaking collaborations between OEMs and EV Battery Recyclers can revolutionize battery recycling methods for electric vehicle (EV) batteries.

By focusing on direct recycling processes, the discussion will delve into the potential for reducing costs, minimizing waste, and enhancing domestic material supply chains.

• Understanding the significance of direct recycling in reducing manufacturing costs and waste associated with traditional battery recycling methods

• Exploring the implications of the recent high-profile collaborations on the scalability and commercial viability of innovative battery recycling processes

• Assessing the potential environmental and economic benefits of adopting advanced recycling techniques for EV and battery manufacturers

40 Min Round Table Panel Discussion

Overcoming Regulatory Hurdles: Advancing Battery Recycling in the EU

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This round table discussion will address the complex regulatory challenges hindering efficient battery recycling across the European Union (EU). With disparate regulations among EU countries and evolving standards, the session will explore the imperative for cohesive regulatory frameworks to promote local recycling activities and ensure the retention of raw materials within the EU. Key focus areas include the implementation of battery passports, strategies for industrial battery take-back, and the establishment of comprehensive collection networks involving diverse stakeholders.

• Understanding the current regulatory landscape for battery recycling in the EU and identifying gaps in standardization and enforcement

• Exploring strategies to incentivize local recycling activities through legislative procedures and regulatory mechanisms

• Discussing the practical implications of battery passport implementation, including data standardization and multi-round resource considerations

• Assessing the challenges and opportunities associated with industrial battery take-back initiatives and the role of regulatory frameworks in facilitating compliance

• Examining collaborative approaches to building efficient collection networks for end-user batteries, involving coordination among diverse stakeholders and logistical considerations

Circular Solutions: Redefining Battery Mineral Supply Chains For Tomorrow

In this presentation, we explore the paradigm shift towards circular solutions in battery mineral supply chains. Attendees will delve into innovative approaches reshaping the future of mineral sourcing, processing, and recycling for sustainable battery production. Through insightful discussions on challenges and opportunities, participants will gain actionable insights to drive the transition towards circularity. By the end of the session, attendees will be empowered to champion sustainable practices, minimize resource depletion, and foster a resilient mineral supply chain ecosystem for the future of battery technology.

• Innovative Approaches in Mineral Supply Chains: Explore innovative approaches reshaping mineral sourcing, processing, and recycling for sustainable battery production

• Understanding Challenges and Opportunities: Delve into discussions on the challenges and opportunities inherent in transitioning towards circular solutions in battery mineral supply chains

• Empowering Sustainability Champions: Gain actionable insights to champion sustainable practices, minimize resource depletion, and foster a resilient mineral supply chain ecosystem for the future of battery technology

Cutting Costs, Boosting Sustainability: Emerging Battery Recycling Technologies

Discover the latest advancements in battery recycling technologies designed to simultaneously cut costs and boost sustainability in our presentation. We’ll explore innovative approaches reshaping the landscape of battery recycling, addressing both economic and environmental challenges. Attendees will gain insights into emerging technologies, such as advanced sorting techniques and efficient material recovery processes, and their potential impact on the industry. By the end of the session, participants will be equipped with actionable strategies to leverage these technologies for improved efficiency, reduced environmental footprint, and enhanced economic viability in battery recycling operations.

• Discover the latest advancements in battery recycling technologies aimed at cutting costs and boosting sustainability

• Gain insights into emerging technologies such as advanced sorting techniques and efficient material recovery processes, and their potential impact on the battery recycling industry

• Learn actionable strategies to leverage emerging battery recycling technologies for improved efficiency, reduced environmental footprint, and enhanced economic viability in recycling operations

Chairs Closing Remarks

All Attendee Evening Drink Reception