Five Departments Launch Joint Enforcement Campaign on Battery Recycling

[Policy Regulation] Five departments have launched a joint special enforcement campaign on the recycling and utilization of spent power batteries.

Key Developments: Focus on Five Areas to Crack Down on Violations

The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, Ministry of Ecology and Environment, Ministry of Transport, Ministry of Commerce, and State Administration for Market Regulation jointly issued a notice on April 27, 2026, initiating this special enforcement action. The campaign prioritizes cracking down on illegal battery sales, falsified traceability information, unauthorized dismantling causing environmental pollution, and unlicensed operations.

Key Statistics: Over 400,000 Tons Recycled in 2025

In 2025, China recycled and utilized 400,000 metric tons of spent power batteries from new energy vehicles, a year-on-year increase of 32.9%. As the industry rapidly expands, regulatory oversight must be strengthened in parallel.

Strategic Foundation: Implementing the Action Plan to Establish End-to-End Oversight

This enforcement action is a critical step in implementing the State Council’s Action Plan for Improving the New Energy Vehicle Power Battery Recycling and Utilization System. It aims to enhance the recycling system through a mechanism of division of responsibilities, coordinated action, and shared governance, ensuring resource security and environmental compliance.