What is BatteReverse?
BatteReverse is a research & innovation project funded by the European Commission’s Horizon Europe programme, that aims to build the next generation of battery reverse logistics.
What is Reverse Logistics?
Reverse logistics (RL) refers to the process of transferring goods from their final destination back to the point of origin, with the aim to recover their value or reduce waste. In the case of electric vehicle batteries, reverse logistics begins when the battery no longer meets the needs of the EV user, due to manufacturing defects, accidents or natural degradation. The process involves various steps, including battery assessment, packaging, transportation, dismantling and sorting, before the battery is utilised in a way that extracts its remaining value, through circularity practices such as refurbishment, repurposing, or recycling.
A streamlined process for 2nd life battery applications
Advancing the State of the Art
We’re developing the technologies, processes and partnerships necessary to build a reverse logistics value chain
Enhancing efficiency and safety
We will reduce the time and risks related to the assessment, transportation, and dismantling of EV batteries
Demonstrating innovations
The feasibility of our next-generation RL process will be proven through pilots with key European industrial partners
Empowering the Circular Economy
Our innovations will grow circularity businesses across the EU and help reduce the use of primary critical raw materials
Discover the growing circular battery value chain across Europe
The network of stakeholders in the reverse logistics of batteries comprises major companies, research groups, NGOs, industrial associations, and many more. Explore our stakeholder map, insights, and business cases to discover and learn about the different actors within the RL chain.
The home for enthusiasts of battery circularity
Join our free community where you can engage and interact with experts, enthusiasts, and thought leaders on the issues, challenges, and benefits of various aspects of battery reverse logistics.
Latest News
Missed Short Circuit? Our webinar on Battery Trading & Repurposing for 2nd-life applications
BatteReverse brings you Short Circuit, our webinar series exploring the most pressing battery circularity topics today. Here's a recap of the fifth edition of the series titled 'Short Circuit: Battery Trading & Repurposing for 2nd-life applications’.
Automating reverse logistics of Li-ion batteries: disassembly at Circu Li-ion
Explore how Circu Li-ion is transforming reverse logistics through the automated disassembly of end-of-life lithium-ion batteries, reducing costs and emissions.
Denios wins Fire Protection Award for its innovative Lithium-Ion Battery Transport Box
Denios, a key partner in the BatteReverse project, has won first place in the Fire Protection category of the GIT Security Awards 2025 for its Lithium-Ion Battery Transport Box.
Upcoming Events
Join us for our first Battery Xchange Networking event
Join us for Battery Xchange, our first online networking event designed to connect the entire battery reverse logistics ecosystem.
BatteReverse Short Circuit: Battery Repurposing (Use cases, Challenges, and Opportunities)
Explore battery repurposing use cases at our next Short Circuit webinar in May 2025.
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This project has received funding from European Union´s Horizon Europe Programme under grant agreement n°101103706. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Commission. Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.