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The global lithium-ion battery recycling market is experiencing unprecedented growth, with projections indicating it will reach $42.09 billion by 2032. This expansion is fueled by rapid electric vehicle adoption and increasing focus on circular economy principles across industries.
The global lithium-ion battery recycling market is positioned for remarkable expansion, with analysts suggesting it will grow from $9.17 billion in 2023 to $42.09 billion by 2032, according to recent industry analysis. Sources indicate this represents a compound annual growth rate of 18.5% during the forecast period, reflecting the increasing importance of sustainable energy solutions worldwide.
The European Union and member states are rolling out targeted tax policies aimed at slowing fast fashion’s environmental impact. Measures include eliminating VAT exemptions, implementing per-garment taxes, and incentivizing clothing repair over replacement to transform textile consumption patterns.
European governments are implementing a coordinated tax strategy to address the environmental and economic impacts of fast fashion, according to reports from policy analysts. The measures target what sources indicate is an industry that generates approximately 12 kg of textile waste annually per European resident, with only 1% being recycled into new garments.
