In Short : The Indian government is actively promoting domestic solar recycling capacity and circular economy practices to manage rising solar waste. Through policy frameworks, draft guidelines, and stakeholder responsibility mechanisms, it aims to ensure safe disposal, material recovery, and reduced environmental risks. These steps will support sustainable growth, resource efficiency, and long-term resilience of […]
Government Prepares Policy Framework to Strengthen Battery Recycling and Circular Economy – EQ
In Short : The government is preparing a comprehensive policy framework to promote battery recycling and strengthen the circular economy in the energy and mobility sectors. The proposed policy aims to improve collection systems, encourage advanced recycling technologies, and ensure responsible disposal of used batteries, supporting sustainable resource management as demand for electric vehicles and […]
NITI Aayog launched three Reports on “Enhancing Circular Economy in End-of-Life Vehicles (ELVs), Waste Tyres and E-waste and Lithium-ion Batteries in India” in Jaipur – EQ
In Short : NITI Aayog unveiled three comprehensive reports on Enhancing Circular Economy for End-of-Life Vehicles (ELVs), Waste Tyres, and E-waste & Lithium-ion Batteries on 22 January 2026 in Jaipur at the International Material Recycling Conference organised by the Material Recycling Association of India (MRAI). These reports offer strategic recommendations to strengthen recycling infrastructure, formalise […]
PARLIAMENT QUESTION: CIRCULAR ECONOMY OF BATTERIES – EQ
In Short : The Parliament Question on the circular economy of batteries highlights government initiatives to promote sustainable battery manufacturing, reuse, recycling, and responsible disposal. It focuses on reducing import dependence on critical minerals, strengthening domestic recycling infrastructure, enforcing Extended Producer Responsibility norms, and supporting electric mobility, while minimizing environmental impact and improving resource efficiency […]
PARLIAMENTARY QUESTION: CIRCULAR ECONOMY FOR BATTERIES – EQ
In Short : Parliament discussed the importance of a circular economy for batteries, highlighting recycling, reuse, and sustainable resource management. Lawmakers stressed the need to cut reliance on raw material imports and manage battery waste responsibly. The government outlined measures to boost recycling infrastructure, encourage innovation, and implement policies that create a closed-loop system supporting […]
Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh says, India set to be major contributor to world’s “Circular Economy” – EQ Mag
While addressing the CSIR IIP’s MSME Meet & PAN CSIR – collaborations as part of “One Week -One Lab” program in New Delhi, Dr Jitendra Singh said that India has a huge unexplored amount of waste which is available to be converted to wealth Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) Science & Technology; Minister of […]
Lead acid batteries are US’ ‘most recycled’ products, trade group says
Lead acid batteries are “the most recycled” consumer product used in the US today, according to National Recycling Rate Study, a new biennial report from the Battery Council International (BCI). BCI, which represents the interests of lead acid battery companies and the automotive battery sector, issued the study towards the end of last week. It […]
China to ‘dominate recycling and second life battery market worth US$45bn by 2030’
While recycling of lithium and other materials such as cobalt from batteries will greatly increase in the coming years, the potential availability of second life batteries should not be underestimated, according to new research and data. Hans Eric Melin, an expert on the lifecycle management of lithium batteries with UK-headquartered consultancy Circular Energy Storage, previously […]
Green jobs: To reduce carbon footprints and achieve targets of Paris climate accord
The whole new concept of ‘green jobs’ aims to reduce carbon footprints in the ecosystem and minimize human extracting traditional fuels from nature. As the world faces rising effects of climate change which have endangered the survival of the human race on earth, there is a need to produce more ‘green jobs’ which can deteriorate […]
