We want to put the EU’s Batteries Regulation 2023/1542 on your radar. It introduces due diligence requirements covering the entire lifecycle of batteries, affecting labour and employee relations.
Why it matters: It is yet “another brick in the wall” in a suite of EU laws that introduce due diligence requirements that force companies to disclose supply chain information, impacting HR policies.
Details: Auret van Heerden from Equiception highlights that:
- The regulation applies to all economic operators placing batteries on the EU market.
- It covers the entire lifecycle and all battery types.
- From Aug 2025, operators must have an independent due diligence policy regarding social and environmental risks.
- Policies must align with UN, ILO, and OECD standards and be externally assured.
- Annual reports must be published detailing due diligence activities and third-party verification summaries.
What’s next: Companies should start preparing for these regulations to ensure compliance and transparency.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Useful background on EU’s Batteries Regulation 2023/1542 here.
Tom Hayes
Director of European Union and Global Labor Affairs, HR Policy Association
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