Glossary
EU Regulations for Electric Vehicle Batteries toward Circular Economy

Circular Economy (CE); Économie circulaire

A sustainable economic system that emphasizes the reduction of waste, efficient use of resources, and the extension of product lifecycles. It advocates for recycling, reusing, and refurbishing products and materials in a closed loop, minimizing environmental impact

Electric Vehicle Lithium-Ion Batteries (EV-LIBs); Batteries lithium-ion pour véhicules électriques (BLI-VE)

High-energy-density rechargeable batteries used in electric vehicles. These batteries are known for their efficiency, longevity, and role in sustainable transportation

Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR); Responsabilité élargie des producteurs (REP)

A policy approach where producers are given significant responsibility for the treatment or disposal of post-consumer products. It encourages manufacturers to consider...