CATL(SZ:300750) Zheng Quan Ri Bao Wang·2025-09-12 06:01Core Viewpoint - The global battery circular economy high-end forum, supported by CATL, was successfully held during the IAA in Munich, focusing on the implementation of a circular economy in the battery value chain and the collaboration of policies and finance to promote this initiative [1][2] Group 1: Forum Highlights - The forum was hosted by the Ellen MacArthur Foundation and attended by leading companies in the automotive industry, including CATL, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and BASF, as well as representatives from global battery alliances [1] - Discussions centered on two main topics: "Paths to Achieve Circularity in the Battery Value Chain" and "Policy and Financial Collaboration to Promote Circular Economy" [1] Group 2: Industry Initiatives - CATL's Vice President emphasized the need for the industry to adopt a circular mindset from the design phase of batteries, integrating innovative technologies and business models to maximize the value of each battery [1] - The Global Energy Circular Program, the first circular economy initiative driven by a Chinese company, aims to eliminate the need for new mining in 50% of global battery production over the next 20 years [1] Group 3: Future Plans - The forum marked a significant step in advancing the Global Energy Circular Program, with plans to collaborate with global partners on pilot projects to explore comprehensive solutions and develop replicable circular economy models [2]