{"id":410740,"date":"2022-02-28T19:46:08","date_gmt":"2022-02-28T16:46:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/en.buradabiliyorum.com\/gouachs-repairable-batteries-make-circular-design-a-reality\/"},"modified":"2022-02-28T19:46:08","modified_gmt":"2022-02-28T16:46:08","slug":"gouachs-repairable-batteries-make-circular-design-a-reality","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/gouachs-repairable-batteries-make-circular-design-a-reality\/","title":{"rendered":"#Gouach&#8217;s repairable batteries make circular design a reality"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_84 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a26b751be461\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #dd3333;color:#dd3333\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #dd3333;color:#dd3333\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a26b751be461\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/gouachs-repairable-batteries-make-circular-design-a-reality\/#Dott_uses_repairable_batteries_to_help_close_its_battery_loop\" >Dott uses repairable batteries to help close its battery loop<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/gouachs-repairable-batteries-make-circular-design-a-reality\/#The_electric_battery_movement_needs_a_regulatory_push_to_ensure_battery_repairs_are_a_priority\" >The electric battery movement needs a regulatory push to ensure battery repairs are a priority<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p>&#8220;<strong>#Gouach&#8217;s repairable batteries make circular design a reality<\/strong>&#8221;<\/p>\n<div>\n                            <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Battery-powered vehicles are the future. Whether it\u2019s <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">EVs, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ebikes, or escooters, going rechargeable is the way forward.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, not everything is rosy with this model.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For all their green cred, most <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ebike batteries<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> only last three to seven years, and cannot be easily recycled or their precious materials recovered.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Currently, the glue or welding used in designing battery packs makes it challenging to refurbish or replace cells or components within a battery.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fortunately, this may change \u2014 because a French startup called <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gouach.com\/\">Gouach<\/a> has created a new repairable battery for micromobility vehicles.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<figure class=\"post-image post-mediaBleed aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-featured_img wp-image-1381565 js-lazy\" alt=\"repair recycle batteries\" width=\"796\" height=\"448\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 796px) 100vw, 796px\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/02\/2022_ECLATE-796x448.png\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/02\/2022_ECLATE-796x448.png 796w, https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/02\/2022_ECLATE-280x157.png 280w, https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/02\/2022_ECLATE-240x135.png 240w, https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/02\/2022_ECLATE-480x270.png 480w, https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/02\/2022_ECLATE-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/02\/2022_ECLATE-1592x895.png 1592w, https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/02\/2022_ECLATE-1200x675.png 1200w, https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/02\/2022_ECLATE.png 1640w\"\/><figcaption><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"#\" data-url=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?url=https%3A%2F%2Feditorial.thenextweb.com%2Fshift%2F2022%2F02%2F28%2Frepairable-batteries-are-critical-to-the-ev-and-ebike-circular-economy%2F&amp;via=thenextweb&amp;related=thenextweb&amp;text=Check out this picture on: Gouach\u2019s repairable batteries result in a far lower carbon footprint. Image: Gouach\" data-title=\"Share Gouach\u2019s repairable batteries result in a far lower carbon footprint. Image: Gouach on Twitter\" data-width=\"685\" data-height=\"500\" class=\"post-image-share popitup\" title=\"Share Gouach\u2019s repairable batteries result in a far lower carbon footprint. Image: Gouach on Twitter\"><i class=\"icon icon--inline icon--twitter--dark\"\/><\/a>Gouach\u2019s repairable batteries result in a far lower carbon footprint. Image: Gouach<\/figcaption><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-featured_img wp-image-1381565\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/02\/2022_ECLATE-796x448.png\" alt=\"repair recycle batteries\" width=\"796\" height=\"448\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/02\/2022_ECLATE-796x448.png 796w, https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/02\/2022_ECLATE-280x157.png 280w, https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/02\/2022_ECLATE-240x135.png 240w, https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/02\/2022_ECLATE-480x270.png 480w, https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/02\/2022_ECLATE-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/02\/2022_ECLATE-1592x895.png 1592w, https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/02\/2022_ECLATE-1200x675.png 1200w, https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/02\/2022_ECLATE.png 1640w\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It uses a modular, solder-less design in its batteries. This means that the electronics and cells can be changed easily. This also removes the risk of damage to the cells. This allows for an increase in battery longevity. It also reduces its carbon footprint by as much as 70%.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Their repairs take in less than ten minutes at a cost of \u20ac5-10 ($5.60 -$11.20). By comparison, it costs around \u20ac200 ($220) to replace a complete battery.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And the industry has taken note, with Gouach recently <\/span><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.eu-startups.com\/2022\/02\/bordeaux-based-gouach-gets-a-e3-3-million-boost-to-launch-its-repairable-batteries-and-bolt-into-the-micro-mobility-market\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">raising<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u20ac3.3 million ($3.7 million) in seed funding.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The modular design means all batteries parts can be dismantled and fixed.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dott_uses_repairable_batteries_to_help_close_its_battery_loop\"><\/span>Dott uses repairable batteries to help close its battery loop<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure class=\"post-image post-mediaBleed aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1381566 js-lazy\" alt=\"Dott repair batteries \" width=\"750\" height=\"450\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/02\/Dott-4.jpeg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/02\/Dott-4.jpeg 750w, https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/02\/Dott-4-280x168.jpeg 280w, https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/02\/Dott-4-225x135.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/02\/Dott-4-450x270.jpeg 450w\"\/><figcaption><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"#\" data-url=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?url=https%3A%2F%2Feditorial.thenextweb.com%2Fshift%2F2022%2F02%2F28%2Frepairable-batteries-are-critical-to-the-ev-and-ebike-circular-economy%2F&amp;via=thenextweb&amp;related=thenextweb&amp;text=Check out this picture on: Repairable batteries increase their lifespan and contribute to Dott\u2019s commitment to circular design. Image. Dott\" data-title=\"Share Repairable batteries increase their lifespan and contribute to Dott\u2019s commitment to circular design. Image. Dott on Twitter\" data-width=\"685\" data-height=\"500\" class=\"post-image-share popitup\" title=\"Share Repairable batteries increase their lifespan and contribute to Dott\u2019s commitment to circular design. Image. Dott on Twitter\"><i class=\"icon icon--inline icon--twitter--dark\"\/><\/a>Repairable batteries increase their lifespan and contribute to Dott\u2019s commitment to circular design. Image. Dott<\/figcaption><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1381566\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/02\/Dott-4.jpeg\" alt=\"Dott repair batteries \" width=\"750\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/02\/Dott-4.jpeg 750w, https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/02\/Dott-4-280x168.jpeg 280w, https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/02\/Dott-4-225x135.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/cdn0.tnwcdn.com\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/1\/files\/2022\/02\/Dott-4-450x270.jpeg 450w\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Micromobility provider <\/span><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/ridedott.com\/blog\/global\/repairable-batteries-powering-our-e-vehicles-sustainable-vision\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dott<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is using the repairable batteries on its ebikes and escooters. Their modular design makes it easy to disassemble and repair batteries with minor defects and get the batteries back into its vehicles.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As the company asserts:\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As a result, we can extend the lifetime of our batteries and significantly reduce the number of [them] we have to find second-life <a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/download-scripts-themes-apps\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"9\" title=\"Download Scripts &amp; Themes &amp; Apps\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">app<\/a>lications for, as they keep being looped back into our own operations.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s terrific to see companies making further steps towards sustainability. However, there needs to be more pressure for repairable batteries becoming a reality on the regulatory side.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_electric_battery_movement_needs_a_regulatory_push_to_ensure_battery_repairs_are_a_priority\"><\/span><strong>The electric battery movement needs a regulatory push to ensure battery repairs are a priority<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While issues around battery repair, refurbishment, and recycling are currently <\/span><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.europarl.europa.eu\/RegData\/etudes\/BRIE\/2021\/689337\/EPRS_BRI(2021)689337_EN.pdf\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">up for debate<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in the European Parliament, it\u2019s unclear whether ebikes and escooters will be included in the final sustainability requirements.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/repair.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/RTR_Final-Report-2021.pdf\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Research conducted<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> by the International Institute for Industrial Environmental Economics (IIIEE) the European Environmental Bureau (EEB), and the Right to Repair campaign late last year found that <\/span><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ifixit.com\/News\/32343\/apple-is-locking-batteries-to-iphones-now\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">software locks<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> hinder battery refurbishment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They discovered that <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ebikes<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> designed and manufactured by <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bosch<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, Yamaha, and Specialised are examples of brands that use software locks.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Furthermore, while battery cells have a standard format (<\/span><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/commonsensehome.com\/18650-battery\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">18650<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> being the most popular), the battery packs and management systems are tailored to manufacturers and sometimes to specific bike models, creating barriers to <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">repair and replacement<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">EU legislation would help solve this issue. If ebike makers and manufacturers had to abide by regulations regarding the right to repair, refurbishment, and responsible recycling, this would advance true electric battery <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sustainability<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A rechargeable future is possible and inevitable \u2014 but there\u2019s still a lot to do to ensure that the impact can represent the growth of ebikes and escooters.<\/span>\n                        <\/div>\n<p><script async src=\"\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><strong><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">If you liked the article, do not forget to share it with your friends. 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