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The EU Battery Passport stops at the pack: REBELION makes the case for going further
A new policy brief shows what is lost when batteries are dismantled into modules and cells, and sets out three actions for the EU ahead of February 2027. From February 2027, electric vehicle, light means of transport and industrial batteries placed on the EU market will need a digital Battery Passport. But the passport follows […]
Lucy: a table lamp powered by a second-life e-scooter battery
When a battery can no longer meet the demands of electric mobility, it often still holds plenty of usable energy. Lucy shows what that energy can do next. Batteries from light electric vehicles such as e-bikes and e-scooters are often replaced while they still retain around 80% of their original capacity. That is no longer […]
Five REBELION solutions for second-life batteries: from dismantling to digital passport
REBELION has released five technology briefs, each presenting one solution developed within the project. Read in sequence, they follow a battery from dismantling to traceability. Lithium-ion batteries from electric mobility are reaching end-of-life in growing numbers. Many still hold enough capacity for a second use, and all contain critical raw materials worth recovering. Getting there […]
REBELION contributes to Circular Battery Cluster’s position paper
REBELION joins BatteReverse, REINFORCE and RECIRCULATE in a new position paper setting out recommendations to close regulatory and standardisation gaps for a circular battery value chain in Europe.
REBELION Releases New Video on AI-Powered Battery Disassembly
No two batteries are the same, and that makes automated disassembly hard. Watch our new video interview to see how REBELION is using AI-powered robots to solve this challenge.
REBELION innovations showcased at Battery Recycling Conference 2026
From safer battery transport to digital traceability, REBELION partner ERION showcased some of the project’s key innovations at the Battery Recycling Conference 2026 in Frankfurt, highlighting solutions that support a more circular, transparent and sustainable battery value chain. Held on 17-18 June, the conference brought together industry leaders, technical experts and policymakers to discuss the […]
REBELION General Assembly Marks Final Project Phase
On 9–10 June 2026, the REBELION consortium met in Spain for a two-day General Assembly hosted by project coordinator Universitat Politècnica de València. Taking place between Alcoy and Valencia, the meeting represented an important milestone as the project enters its final months and partners intensify their efforts towards the successful completion of all planned activities. […]
Automation, AI and scalability in EV battery disassembly
Some significant insights from the Circular Battery Cluster joint activities have now been featured in an article published by Manufacturing Tomorrow, the online trade magazine focused on Industry 4.0, advanced manufacturing and factory automation. The article builds on the exchange between researchers and experts from four Horizon Europe projects working on circular battery ecosystems and […]
Watch the full REBELION webinar on AI and robotics for battery inspection and recycling
On 18 March, REBELION co-hosted a well-attended webinar with Recirculate as part of the Circular Battery Cluster, focusing on the role of AI and robotics in battery inspection, disassembly, and recycling. The session, titled “Automated vs Manual: How Robotics Are Transforming Battery Inspection”, explored how AI-driven automation and robotics are enabling safer, faster, and more […]
REBELION celebrates Global Recycling Day by promoting second-life batteries
On 18th March, Global Recycling Day, the REBELION project highlights the essential role of lithium-ion battery (LIB) reuse and recycling in supporting a circular economy for electric mobility. While the adoption of electric vehicles continues to accelerate, managing the end-of-life of batteries is becoming a critical challenge. Many LIBs that are no longer suitable for […]
REBELION contribution to ICONS battery report
The REBELION project contributed to the ICONS report “Catalysing Battery Innovation – Driving Impact Across Europe’s Battery R&D Ecosystem”, released on 11 March 2026. The report provides an overview of Europe’s battery value chain, examining emerging technologies, industrial challenges, and pathways for scaling innovation. REBELION shared insights from its work on second-life applications, recycling, and […]
REBELION moves into its final year after Birmingham Review Meeting
On 3–4 February, the REBELION consortium gathered in Birmingham, UK, for its second Review Meeting, hosted by The Extreme Robotics Lab at the University of Birmingham, a partner of the project. During the two-day meeting, partners reviewed the progress achieved so far and confirmed that REBELION is advancing according to plan. As REBELION enters its […]
