Battery Passport

Battery Passport : Recently, India unveiled plans to launch a "Battery Passport" system for electric vehicles (EVs).

• About Battery Passport: Digital Recording of key battery data including: Source of materials, Chemical composition, Performance metrics, Lifecycle information and Supply chain details

o All this information will be embedded in a QR code printed on the battery.

o Significance: Enhances safety and ensures quality standards in the EV sector.

- Boosts India’s EV export potential by aligning with global traceability norms.

- Facilitates the battery-swapping policy, allowing users to scan the QR code and access detailed battery information.

- Enables verification that all battery cells are manufactured in the same year, improving reliability and safety.

- Helps users track the performance and lifespan of batteries—crucial since batteries constitute nearly 40% of an EV's total cost.