A Nanjing University-led study models China's recycled material supply versus EV manufacturing demand from 2010 to 2050, covering key battery and motor materials across four technology transition scenarios. The research finds recycling could become the dominant source of many critical materials for EV production in China over coming decades, supported by policies aiming to raise battery element recycling rates from 40%.
Background
China is the world's largest EV market and producer, with aggressive domestic policies driving both EV adoption and circular economy initiatives for battery materials.
- Source
- Ars Technica
- Published
- Aug 1, 2026 at 01:29 AM
- Score
- 7.0 / 10