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dc.titleRecycling and Reuse of Lithium Batteries in Latin America and the Caribbean: Analytical Review of Global and Regional Practices
dc.contributor.authorLópez Hernández, Viviana
dc.contributor.authorHilbert, Inga
dc.contributor.authorGascón Castillero, Lucía
dc.contributor.authorManhart, Andreas
dc.contributor.authorGarcía, Diego
dc.contributor.authorNkongdem, Bertrand
dc.contributor.authorDumitrescu, Raluca
dc.contributor.authorSucre, Carlos
dc.contributor.authorFerreira Herrera, Carolina
dc.contributor.orgunitEnergy Division
dc.coverageLatin America and the Caribbean
dc.date.available2024-02-21T00:02:00
dc.date.issue2024-02-21T00:02:00
dc.description.abstractThe objective of this research project is to conduct an analytical assessment of global and regional practices for the reuse and recycling of used lithium-ion batteries (ULIB), with a specific focus on the Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) region, along with identifying growth opportunities and formulating strategies for the adoption of good practices in reuse and recycling of ULIB. The assessment compared global best practices in terms of technology and regulatory frameworks with current practices in the LAC region. Based on this analysis, key recommendations were made for the promotion of recycling and reuse of ULIB in a safe and environmentally friendly manner. The recommendations prioritize extending the useful life of LIBs, mitigating environmental impacts, and preventing poor EoL management practices in the region, in addition to promoting regional cooperation, the incorporation of lithium-ion batteries into existing regulatory frameworks and fomenting the adoption of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) systems.
dc.format.extent171
dc.identifier.doihttp://dx.doi.org/10.18235/0005660
dc.identifier.urlhttps://publications.iadb.org/publications/english/document/Recycling-and-Reuse-of-Lithium-Batteries-in-Latin-America-and-the-Caribbean-Analytical-Review-of-Global-and-Regional-Practices.pdf
dc.identifier.urlhttps://publications.iadb.org/publications/spanish/document/Reciclaje-y-reuso-de-baterias-de-litio-en-America-Latina-y-el-Caribe-revision-analitica-de-practicas-globales-y-regionales.pdf
dc.language.isoen
dc.publisherInter-American Development Bank
dc.subjectElectric Vehicle
dc.subjectElectric Battery
dc.subjectRecycling
dc.subjectRegulation
dc.subjectMode of Transport
dc.subjectRating
dc.subjectDecarbonization
dc.subjectLow-Carbon Economy
dc.subjectStakeholder Ecosystem
dc.subjectBest Practices
dc.subjectInvestment
dc.subjectEnergy Transition
dc.subjectEconomy
dc.subjectEnergy and Mining
dc.subjectWaste Management
dc.subject.jelcodeQ53 - Air Pollution • Water Pollution • Noise • Hazardous Waste • Solid Waste • Recycling
dc.subject.jelcodeQ55 - Technological Innovation
dc.subject.jelcodeQ58 - Government Policy
dc.subject.jelcodeQ48 - Government Policy
dc.subject.jelcodeQ41 - Demand and Supply • Prices
dc.subject.jelcodeL61 - Metals and Metal Products • Cement • Glass • Ceramics
dc.subject.jelcodeL62 - Automobiles • Other Transportation Equipment • Related Parts and Equipment
dc.subject.jelcodeL63 - Microelectronics • Computers • Communications Equipment
dc.typeTechnical Notes
idb.identifier.pubnumberIDB-TN-02893
idb.operationRG-T3787
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