Research

Research in Waste Management

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End-of-Life Strategies for Light Electric Vehicles within a Digitalized Circular Economy, using E-Cargo Bikes as an Example

The KREISRAD cooperation project aims to establish and optimize the circularity of Light Electric Vehicles (LEVs), using e-cargo bikes as an example. Various End-of-Life Strategies (EoLS) are investigated and evaluated in comparison with life-extending measures to reduce the environmental impact of e-cargo bikes and – through transferability – also that of other LEVs.

SeRoBatt – Secondary Raw Material Sources for Battery Cell Production

The SeRoBatt project researches the recovery of critical raw materials from secondary sources for sustainable battery production. Through innovative recycling and recovery processes, material cycles are to be closed and dependence on primary raw materials reduced.

Verschiedene elektronische Fortbewegungsmittel, E-Roller, Scooter und ein Auto stehen vor einem grünen Container

Pilot4Cirulev

This research project develops sustainable end-of-life strategies for Light Electric Vehicles (LEVs) to efficiently integrate recycling, reuse, and repair into a resource-saving circular economy. The goal is to close material loops, reduce environmental impact, and create innovative solutions for sustainable mobility.

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RELIBRE: CT Analysis of Lithium-Ion Batteries for Second Life Evaluation

The RELIBRE project develops CT-supported methods for the precise evaluation of used lithium-ion batteries. This allows reusable batteries to be identified and efficiently deployed in a second life phase, conserving resources and promoting the circular economy.