On January 19, 2024, the China Electronics Standardization Institute (CESI) organized a working seminar in Beijing on the topic of carbon footprint calculation for lithium-ion batteries. The seminar was guided and supported by the Electronic Information Department of the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT). More than 30 experts attended the seminar from different organizations/companies such as the China Industrial Association of Power Sources (CIAPS), China Battery Industry Association (CBIA), China Energy Storage Alliance (CNESA), Tsinghua University, Kunming University of Space and Technology, Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Limited (CATL), Desay Corporation and Gotion High-tech, etc.

Leaders from the Electronic Information Department of MIIT emphasize the meaning of such work, stating that the work on carbon footprint calculation for lithium-ion batteries:

• is a strategic need for China’s carbon peak and carbon neutrality goals.

• is key to achieving a green, high-end, internationalized, and smart lithium-ion sector

• is important for the sector to consistently improve its core competitiveness and expand global influence.

The seminar has summarized the progress made on the construction of the lithium-ion battery background database (together with its constructing principles), standard system, calculation methods, etc. Attending experts also shared their suggestions on the topic and agreed to enhance cooperation and support on future relevant works.

For the next step, CESI will take the lead and cooperate with related organizations, institutions, and companies from upstream and downstream of the supply chain. The technical calculation system and database construction of the carbon footprint will be the key tasks. Foreign stakeholders and MNCs are advised to actively participate in this process to share knowledge and keep first-hand updates on the status of the Chinese market.

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