Experts suggest Aadhaar number to better manage recycling of batteries
India's e-mobility R&D roadmap has suggested an Aadhaar number for batteries to keep a digital record of its material composition, usage history and end of life management as part of efforts to streamline the recycling process. The suggestion is part of the eMobility R&D Roadmap for India, released by Principal Scientific Adviser to the government Prof A K Sood, that lists out 34 research projects to become self-reliant and emerge as a global leader in providing innovative mobility solutions.
«This roadmap aims to fill critical gaps in the current research and development framework. While many identified projects are yet to achieve global success, some areas already demonstrate significant international accomplishments where India is yet to commence preparations,» said Prof Karthick Athmanathan, a member of the Consultative Group of e-Mobility Advisory Committee.
The roadmap has listed 34 projects for research and development across four broad areas — energy storage cells, EV aggregates, materials and recycling, charging and refueling.
Among the projects listed for R&D is development of a battery Aadhaar system that would help adopt efficient recycling procedures for batteries that are more beneficial to the environment.
«It is a completely thought out standardization of a 16-digit number, which will provide complete information about the battery pack. It will help us in the battery's second use, recyclability and everything during the life-cycle of that battery,» said Abhijit Mulay, Deputy Director, Automotive
