China and the West are taking opposite paths on EV battery recycling

China is dominating global EV battery recycling with 85% of the world’s capacity, enforcing strict recycling regulations to recover valuable materials. In contrast, the U.S. is prioritizing battery reuse to bolster the power grid before considering recycling. This divergence highlights different approaches to sustainability: China focuses on reclaiming materials, while the U.S. emphasizes energy efficiency. This split could impact global supply chains and environmental policies as nations compete for leadership in the green tech sector.