Circular & Sustainable Manufacturing

Circular Lifecycle & Second-Life Applications for Electric Vehicle Batteries

Develop a practical understanding of the circular lifecycle of electric vehicle (EV) batteries and the key technical, regulatory, sustainability, and ethical considerations that shape second-life applications.

This 2-hour, free live online course introduces the concepts, processes, and innovations that underpin the circular management of electric vehicle (EV) batteries. Participants will explore how batteries are assessed at the end of first life, the factors that influence second-life readiness, and the ethical, sustainability and regulatory considerations that shape circular decision-making. The course also examines how diagnostics, data analytics, and emerging digital technologies support safe and effective battery life extension, helping to maximise resource efficiency and value throughout the battery lifecycle.

Delivered by experts from AVL, a global leader in mobility technology and electrification engineering, and Deep Blue, a leading consultancy specialising in ethics, AI governance, and responsible innovation, the course combines technical, regulatory, and sustainability perspectives. Interactive learning activities and discussion opportunities will help learners connect concepts to real-world industrial applications.

Part of the learning path “The EV Battery Value Chain: From Fundamentals to Second-Life Applications”, this course is designed for professionals across battery development, manufacturing, mobility, energy storage, testing, recycling, research, consulting, and policy.

This course builds on concepts introduced in Course 1: Electric Vehicle Battery Fundamentals, Safety & Diagnostics, which covers battery operation, performance, ageing, safety, and diagnostics. Participants may attend Course 1 for additional background, although it is not a prerequisite.

Participants receive a certificate of completion if they meet the course requirements, including attendance and successful completion of the final assessment.

Next start date

8 October 2026

Type

Course

Status

Available

Language

English

Format

Online

Duration

2 hours

Price

Free of charge
This course is delivered as part of the Horizon Europe R3-MYDAS project, which develops innovative solutions for remanufacturing, repurposing, and recycling energy goods using advanced digital and mechatronic technologies to support a more sustainable, circular battery value chain.

What you will learn

By the end of the course, learners will be able to:
  • Navigate the different stages of the circular lifecycle of EV batteries, including reuse, repurposing, repair, remanufacturing, and recycling.
  • Identify the technical, operational, and safety criteria used to determine second-life suitability.
  • Understand how screening, diagnostics, battery health assessment, and data analytics support second-life decision-making.
  • Evaluate the sustainability, ethical, and regulatory considerations associated with second-life battery applications.
  • Recognise the role of emerging innovations, digital technologies, and data spaces in improving battery circularity, safety, and value retention.
  • Understand key implementation challenges and opportunities involved in deploying second-life battery systems.

Speakers

Sandra Montoro Almendral

Project Manager, Battery Systems
AVL List GmbH

Battery Project Manager with 10+ years of international experience in EV battery development, validation, industrialization, and production. With a strong background in battery testing and lifecycle management, she provides practical insights into battery circularity, second-life applications, and sustainable value chains.

Elisa Spiller

Senior Consultant, AI Liability & Ethics
Deep Blue

Elisa Spiller (F) holds a Ph.D. in Legal Studies. Her expertise covers fundamental and human rights theory and protection, legal protection by design and by default, legal impact assessment methodologies, automated decision-making, and AI regulation. She joined Deep Blue in 2022 as a legal consultant. Her work mainly focuses on liability issues related to automation and AI applications in aviation and critical sectors.

Certification

A certificate that counts

At the end of the course, you'll receive a certificate of participation from EIT Manufacturing South, recognising the skills and training you've completed. A valuable addition to your CV and LinkedIn profile.

For companies, it also serves as proof of your team's training investment and is useful for internal development plans and reporting requirements.

Get information

EIT Manufacturing South S.r.l.
Bastioni di Porta Nuova, 21 - 20121 Milan, Italy
VAT & Fiscal Code 11214340967

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