Unleashing the circular economy in the electric vehicle battery supply chain: A case study on data sharing and blockchain potential
Research output: Contribution to journal › Research article › Contributed › peer-review
Contributors
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
Original language | English |
---|---|
Article number | 106969 |
Journal | Resources, Conservation and Recycling |
Volume | 193 |
Publication status | Published - 20 Jun 2023 |
Peer-reviewed | Yes |
External IDs
Scopus | 85150298321 |
---|---|
Mendeley | 9b81c84b-62e4-3f8c-835c-8849f094f60c |
Keywords
Research priority areas of TU Dresden
DFG Classification of Subject Areas according to Review Boards
Subject groups, research areas, subject areas according to Destatis
Sustainable Development Goals
ASJC Scopus subject areas
Keywords
- Blockchain technology, Business ecosystem, Circular economy, Electric vehicle batteries, Supply chain management, Sustainability