European Battery Recycling &
Repurposing 2026

01 - 02 December 2026 | Berlin

European Battery Recycling & Repurposing 2026 brings together OEMs, recyclers, utilities, and policymakers to explore battery passports, second-life storage, compliance with the EU Battery Regulation, and circular supply chain strategies to strengthen Europe’s sustainable battery ecosystem.

    European Battery Recycling & Repurposing 2026

    European Battery Recycling & Repurposing 2026 is a forum dedicated to building a circular battery economy through advanced recycling, second-life applications, and sustainable end-of-life management. As EV adoption and energy storage deployment accelerate, Europe faces growing pressure to secure critical materials, reduce waste, and create resilient battery value chains.This conference brings together OEMs, battery manufacturers, recyclers, utilities, investors, regulators, and technology providers to explore the latest developments in battery collection, sorting, recycling, repurposing, and traceability. Key discussions include EU Battery Regulation implementation, Article 61 obligations, battery passports, closed-loop supply chains, second-life energy storage, and the economics of reuse versus material recovery.Through real-world case studies, panel discussions, and technical sessions, attendees will gain actionable insights into partner selection, end-of-life responsibility, safety and liability management, data-driven compliance, and investment strategies.Join industry leaders shaping Europe’s future-ready battery ecosystem—where recycling, repurposing, and digital traceability become core drivers of sustainability, resource security, and long-term competitiveness.

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    Speakers

    Arnd Böhler
    Manager, Center of Competence
    (CoC) Recycling
    DAIMLER TRUCK AG

    Eric RUYTERS
    Secretary General
    EUCOBAT

    Matthew Lumsden
    CEO and Founder
    CONNECTED ENERGY LIMITED

    Markus Borck
    Senior Advisor
    CELLCIRCLE

    Jean-Jaurès GBOKA
    Plant start-up Equipment
    & Process Engineer
    AESC

    Giuseppe Artizzu
    Chief Executive Officer
    NHOA ENERGY

    Johan (Gunnar) Andersson
    Chief Commercial Officer
    VOLKLEC

    Dr. Andreas Letsch
    Director Center of Competence
    Factory Automation Battery
    BOSCH REXROTH

    Juha Kokko
    Commercial Manager, Battery
    Raw Materials
    FORTUM

    Charles Donadieu de Lavit
    Recycling Project Manager
    BLUE SOLUTIONS

    Andreas Bittner
    Chief Executive Officer
    CELLCIRCLE

    Clémence Siret
    Corporate Sustainability Projects Manager
    SAFT

    Ole-Christen Enger
    Chief Executive Officer
    HYDROVOLT AS

    Thomas Entwistle
    Materials Science Engineer
    JLR(JAGUAR LAND ROVER)

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    Industry Focus

    • Battery Recycling Companies

    • Battery Collection & End-of-Life Management Providers

    • Battery Cell & Pack Manufacturers

    • Electric Vehicle (EV) Manufacturers (OEMs)

    • Energy Storage System (ESS) Developers & Operators

    • Critical Minerals & Raw Material Suppliers

    • Second-Life Battery Solution Providers

    • Battery Repurposing & Refurbishment Companies

    • Automotive Battery Supply Chain Companies

    • Waste Management & Circular Economy Companies

    • Battery Passport & Traceability Technology Providers

    • Utilities & Grid Energy Storage Operators

    • Environmental, Sustainability & ESG Consulting Firms

    • Government Bodies, Regulators & Compliance Authorities

    • Infrastructure Investors & Clean Energy Investment Firms

    Job Titles

    • Head of Battery Recycling

    • Director of Circular Economy & Sustainability

    • Battery End-of-Life Program Manager

    • Head of Battery Value Chain Strategy

    • Director of Battery Repurposing & Second-Life Applications

    • Battery Supply Chain Manager

    • Head of Resource Recovery & Recycling Operations

    • Director of ESG & Regulatory Compliance

    • Battery Passport & Traceability Manager

    • Business Development Director – Battery Recycling

    • Head of Energy Storage Lifecycle Management

    • Director of Sustainable Materials & Critical Minerals

    • Battery Technology & Innovation Manager

    • Investment Director – Battery & Circular Economy

    • Environmental Compliance & Product Stewardship Manager

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    Reuse or Recycle? The Decision Defining Europe's Circular Battery EconomyThe conversation around battery recycling has changed significantly over the past few years. What was once considered an environmental responsibility is now becoming a strategic business priority. In 2026, Europe's battery ecosystem is entering a new phase. End-of-life batteries are no longer viewed simply as waste—they are increasingly recognised as valuable sources of critical raw materials, new revenue opportunities, and greater supply chain resilience. As electric vehicle adoption accelerates and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) continue to expand, the decisions made today around battery end-of-life will influence the competitiveness of tomorrow's energy and mobility industries.

    Reuse or Recycle? The Decision Defining Europe's Circular Battery EconomyThe conversation around battery recycling has changed significantly over the past few years. What was once considered an environmental responsibility is now becoming a strategic business priority. In 2026, Europe's battery ecosystem is entering a new phase. End-of-life batteries are no longer viewed simply as waste—they are increasingly recognised as valuable sources of critical raw materials, new revenue opportunities, and greater supply chain resilience. As electric vehicle adoption accelerates and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) continue to expand, the decisions made today around battery end-of-life will influence the competitiveness of tomorrow's energy and mobility industries.

    Reuse or Recycle? The Decision Defining Europe's Circular Battery EconomyThe conversation around battery recycling has changed significantly over the past few years. What was once considered an environmental responsibility is now becoming a strategic business priority. In 2026, Europe's battery ecosystem is entering a new phase. End-of-life batteries are no longer viewed simply as waste—they are increasingly recognised as valuable sources of critical raw materials, new revenue opportunities, and greater supply chain resilience. As electric vehicle adoption accelerates and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) continue to expand, the decisions made today around battery end-of-life will influence the competitiveness of tomorrow's energy and mobility industries.
    European Battery Recycling & Repurposing 2026
    📅01 - 02 December 2026| Berlin

    The challenge is no longer whether batteries should be recycled. The real opportunity lies in identifying when battery repurposing, battery recycling, or a combination of both delivers the greatest commercial and environmental value.Second-life batteries are already finding new applications in stationary energy storage, renewable integration, and grid flexibility. Extending battery life can reduce costs, unlock additional revenue streams, and improve asset utilisation. However, recycling remains the preferred pathway when battery degradation, safety considerations, material recovery potential, or fluctuations in lithium, nickel, and cobalt prices make reuse less viable.

    At the same time, Europe's approach to critical raw materials is reshaping investment priorities across the battery value chain. Reducing dependence on imported resources has become an industrial priority, accelerating investment in closed-loop manufacturing, urban mining, and the wider circular battery economy. Recovering valuable materials from used batteries is no longer simply a sustainability initiative—it is becoming an essential part of long-term resource security.

    Regulation is evolving just as quickly. The European Battery Regulation introduces new requirements around battery traceability, recycled content, producer responsibility, collection, and lifecycle reporting. The forthcoming Battery Passport will further increase transparency by creating a digital record of a battery's lifecycle, helping improve compliance, material tracking, and informed investment decisions. These developments are encouraging organisations to view battery lifecycle management as a strategic capability rather than a regulatory obligation.

    Perhaps the biggest shift is one of perspective. Companies are increasingly recognising that battery end-of-life decisions affect far more than waste management. They influence supply chain resilience, operational efficiency, access to critical materials, sustainability targets, and long-term profitability. Organisations that successfully integrate battery recycling, battery repurposing, and battery traceability into their broader business strategy will be better positioned to respond to evolving regulations, changing market conditions, and growing demand for battery materials.
    Takeaway
    Europe's transition towards a circular battery economy is well underway. The question is no longer whether battery recycling will become strategically important—but how quickly organisations can build the capabilities, partnerships, and decision frameworks needed to capture its full value. Those that act early will be better positioned to strengthen supply chain resilience, secure access to critical raw materials, and unlock new opportunities in an increasingly circular energy economy.

    Second-Life EV Batteries Move Into Commercial Energy StorageRetired electric vehicle batteries are moving closer to mainstream commercial energy storage as Rivian, Redwood Materials and Moment Energy tackle technical and regulatory barriers. Recent progress includes a 10 MWh factory installation, a certified battery management system and a repurposing facility for critical infrastructure.Rivian and Redwood Deploy 10 MWh SystemRivian and Redwood Materials are installing more than 100 retired Rivian battery packs at the automaker’s plant in Normal, Illinois. The system will initially provide 10 MWh of dispatchable energy and is described as the first repurposed battery storage installation at a US automotive manufacturer’s own facility.Key features include:•Redwood Energy and Redwood
    •Pack Manager integration

    •On-site dispatch during high electricity demand

    •Lower peak-rate electricity purchases

    •Capacity to scale as more packs become available.    The project is designed to expand as additional retired Rivian battery packs enter the supply chain.Why Retired Batteries Remain Valuable
    EV batteries typically retain more than 80% of their original capacity at the end of vehicle life. Stationary storage uses shallower, more predictable charge-discharge cycles than vehicle propulsion, slowing further degradation.    Repurposing still requires testing because packs degrade unevenly. Each unit must be assessed, graded and managed through a battery management system designed for stationary use.Moment Energy Clears a Safety Hurdle
    Moment Energy has achieved UL 60730-1 functional safety certification for a battery management system developed specifically for repurposed EV batteries. Built from the ground up, it manages performance and safety while protecting automotive partners’ intellectual property, including Mercedes-Benz Energy.    The company says the certification can help overcome insurance and permitting obstacles that have restricted second-life projects in populated areas.
    European Battery Recycling & Repurposing 2026
    📅01 - 02 December 2026| Berlin

    Megafactory Targets 1 GWh by 2030
    Moment Energy has also completed Megafactory 1, described as the world’s largest EV battery repurposing facility. It will convert retired batteries into storage systems for data centers, hospitals, factories and microgrids, with production expected to reach 1 GWh by 2030.    Together, these developments show second-life batteries advancing toward scalable energy infrastructure. Wider adoption will depend on certification frameworks, project pipelines and supply chains developing in parallel.