| |DECEMBER 20246E ERGYTech ReviewCopyright © 2024 ValleyMedia, Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or part of any text, photography or illustrations without written permission from the publisher is prohibited. The publisher assumes no responsibility for unsolicited manuscripts, photographs or illustrations. Views and opinions expressed in this publication are not necessarily those of the magazine and accordingly, no liability is assumed by the publisher thereof. DECEMBER - 03 - 2024, Vol 07 - Issue 16 ( ISSN 2832-3963) Published by ValleyMedia, Inc. To subscribe to Energy Tech ReviewVisit www.energytechreview.com VisualizerCelestial JordanManaging EditorCharlotte SmithE ERGYTech ReviewEDITOR'S DESKThe demand for sustainable energy solutions continues to surge, particularly for renewable sources such as wind and solar. However, the lifecycle of energy storage batteries--especially lithium-ion batteries--presents significant environmental and ethical concerns due to production and disposal challenges. To address these issues, a circular economy approach centred on recycling critical materials like lithium, cobalt, and nickel is being pursued to create a more sustainable energy storage supply chain.European companies and policymakers are leading these efforts, working to develop effective systems for recycling these materials and minimising the environmental impact associated with battery production and disposal. The European Union's Battery Directive and Circular Economy Action Plan emphasise sustainable lifecycle management, urging companies to adopt practices encompassing the entire battery manufacturing lifecycle.Achieving these goals on a large scale necessitates cross-industry and international collaboration. Initiatives such as the European Battery Alliance and Horizon Europe provide essential funding for research and development in sustainable energy storage and recycling, while innovation hubs like EIT InnoEnergy drive projects to enhance Europe's self-sufficiency in critical materials.The circular economy model in energy storage offers a pathway to a more sustainable, ethical, and resilient future. By focusing on recycling and reusing critical materials, Europe sets a precedent for sustainable energy storage solutions that align with its ambitious climate objectives.This edition on Energy Storage Systems 2024 features BatteryCheck, further delving into how the solutions providers make significant strides to meet the anticipated demand. The magazine also brings in perspectives from David Watson, Head of Energy Transition at Cadent Gas Limited and João Amaral, CTO & Country Manager, Voltalia. With a coordinated, circular approach, Europe is well-positioned to lead the global shift toward sustainable energy storage systems that align with the principles of a circular economy, ultimately contributing to a greener, more sustainable planet. We hope these valuable insights from industry leaders featured in this edition will assist you in making informed decisions for your businesses.Let us know your thoughts.Charlotte SmithManaging Editoreditor@energytechreview.comA Circular Approach to Sustainable Energy Storage*Some of the Insights are based on our interviews with CIOs and CXOsEditorial StaffAaron Pierce Ava GarciaBarbara JacksonVian IsaacVincent HoffmanJoshua Parker Kenny PeruzziEmailsales@energytechreview.comeditor@energytechreview.commarketing@energytechreview.com
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