New Battery Law: German Environmental Aid Calls for Faster, Higher Collection Rates, Deposit on Lithium-Ion Batteries and Mandatory Eco-Design

German Environmental Aid (DUH) Criticizes Battery Implementation Act

The German Environmental Aid (DUH) has raised concerns over the upcoming Battery Implementation Act, highlighting its shortcomings in addressing the collection and disposal of batteries, particularly lithium-ion types. Key criticisms include:

• Low Collection Rate: The Act mandates only a 50% collection rate for portable batteries, which DUH deems insufficient to meet the EU collection targets by 2026.
• No Mandatory Deposits: The lack of mandatory deposit schemes for lithium-ion batteries is seen as a missed opportunity to improve collection rates.
• Weak Enforcement: DUH points out the absence of sanctions for non-compliance with eco-design requirements, raising doubts about the Act’s overall effectiveness.

DUH calls for stricter measures and improved compliance mechanisms to align with EU targets and enhance battery recycling and environmental protection.

Region: Germany

Source: https://www.duh.de/presse/pressemitteilungen/pressemitteilung/neues-batteriegesetz-deutsche-umwelthilfe-fordert-schneller-hoehere-sammelquoten-pfand-auf-lithium/