Connecting Climate, Nature and Energy

Unpacking Batteries

June 26, 2024
12:30–13:00 (Asia/Shanghai time zone)

About this session

The journey of a lithium-ion battery is a complex process that spans continents and industries. From mining raw materials to end-of-life services, these energy storage devices power electric vehicles and renewable energy systems. This session explores the critical stages of this supply chain and the imperative shift to circular economy practices to understand how these batteries contribute to...
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Speakers

ML
Melissa C. Lott
Professor, Climate School
Columbia University
NJ
Ni Jun
Chief Manufacturing Officer
Contemporary Amperex Technology (CATL)
IP
Inga Petersen
Executive Director
Global Battery Alliance (GBA)

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