Japan Considers Mandatory Collection of EV Batteries

Published: Jun 18, 2026 11:44

According to Nikkei Asia on June 16 local time, Japan’s Ministry of the Environment and Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry reviewed a policy report last week outlining revisions to the Automobile Recycling Law.

The ministries officially decided to launch a working group this summer to establish a comprehensive recycling system for used EV batteries.

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