Unleashing the circular economy in the electric vehicle battery supply chain: A case study on data sharing and blockchain potential
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Beitragende
Abstract
Electric vehicles are perceived as a key technology to make mobility more sustainable, leading to a sharp rise in electric battery production and use. However, electric vehicle batteries are only a sustainable solution if they support decreasing the total impact of the supply chain, which makes circularity initiatives a key element in this transition. Currently, this is limited by the data sharing among actors in the supply chain on critical information needed to support a circular economy approach. In this study we explore how data sharing and information technology support the development of circularity in electric vehicle supply chains and examine the role of blockchain technology to address the circularity needs of battery tracking and capability sharing. To allow a comprehensive analysis, we conduct a case study in the electric vehicle battery supply chain, including companies from multiple tiers to capture all relevant perspectives. The results show that data sharing supports extended value chain activities, evolving from a linear to a circular supply chain perspective. It also indicates that blockchain technology supports removing existing barriers for a circular economy by facilitating transparency and traceability, especially for second-life applications beyond the dominant players in this industry.
Details
Originalsprache | Englisch |
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Aufsatznummer | 106969 |
Fachzeitschrift | Resources, Conservation and Recycling |
Jahrgang | 193 |
Publikationsstatus | Veröffentlicht - 20 Juni 2023 |
Peer-Review-Status | Ja |
Externe IDs
Scopus | 85150298321 |
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Mendeley | 9b81c84b-62e4-3f8c-835c-8849f094f60c |
Schlagworte
Forschungsprofillinien der TU Dresden
DFG-Fachsystematik nach Fachkollegium
Fächergruppen, Lehr- und Forschungsbereiche, Fachgebiete nach Destatis
Ziele für nachhaltige Entwicklung
ASJC Scopus Sachgebiete
Schlagwörter
- Blockchain technology, Business ecosystem, Circular economy, Electric vehicle batteries, Supply chain management, Sustainability