The Battery Passport Platform (BPP) is designed to improve how batteries are tracked and managed throughout their lifecycle. Using digital technologies, the platform aims to provide reliable, transparent, and accessible information for everyone involved in the battery ecosystem—from manufacturers to recyclers and regulators.
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Context and objective of the deliverable
The second version of the BPP prototype builds on previous developments, testing how digital tools can help create a “passport” for each battery. The main goal is to make information easier to share and verify while giving each participant appropriate access to the system. This version also focused on making the platform easier to use and more efficient.
What are the main findings reported in the deliverable?
The deliverable highlights several important findings:
1) Simpler Access: Users can now interact with the system without worrying about complex blockchain operations or extra costs.
2) Secure Permissions: Each participant in the battery value chain can access only the information they are allowed to, ensuring security and trust.
3) Better Data Management: The system combines different sources of information so users can access key data quickly, without needing to check multiple places.
4) Clear Interface: Users can follow a battery’s journey—from production to recycling—through a simple, visual dashboard. QR codes make it even easier to access information.
5) Areas for Improvement: Some features, like detailed analytics and interaction with other platforms, are still being refined.
Recommendations and next steps
1) Deeper Insights: Develop tools to better understand battery health, performance, and regulatory compliance.
2) User Feedback: Conduct testing with real users to improve the interface, workflow, and overall experience.
3) Public Testing: Expand trials to test the system under normal operating conditions.
4) Integration with Other Systems: Ensure the platform can share information with other battery tracking solutions.
5) Adapt to Regulations: Keep the system flexible to respond to evolving EU battery rules.
You can read the full deliverable here
