The European Parliament has approved new rules on information technology. battery Which will probably cause headaches for manufacturers Smartphone. The company released a summary of its environmentally conscious and sustainable strategy on June 14: “Parliament has approved new rules for the design, production and management of all types of waste. battery (including non-replaceable types) sold in the EU.
With 587 votes in favour, nine against and 20 abstentions, MEPs backed a deal with the Council to amend EU rules. battery and its residue battery. The new law takes into account the technological advancements and future challenges of the sector and will cover its entire life cycle. batteryFrom design to the end of its useful life.
section on battery Establishes new rights for consumers of portable devices (such as smartphones, tablets and cameras), which require easily removable and replaceable (do-it-yourself) cells.
Smartphone manufacturers including market leaders, apple y SamsungThey need to redesign the way their batteries are mounted and connected internally. Many devices have their drives sealed behind protective layers, requiring special tools and varying levels of user experience to access and remove safely. The European Council has more work to do after the initial announcement: “(We) have to formally approve the text shortly before it is published in the Official Journal of the EU and before it enters into force.”
These temporary provisions have been interpreted by the media to take effect as early as 2027, but it is also expected that major players may apply for extensions beyond that date.
Through: Techpowerup
