Electric Vehicle Battery Working Group

The Electric Vehicle Battery Working Group examines end-of-life management for EV batteries in Hawaii, including recycling, repurposing, and safe disposal options given the state's island geography and lack of mainland disposal infrastructure. It develops recommendations for state policy, manufacturer responsibilities, and consumer education. The group coordinates across Sở Y tế, Department of Transportation, and industry stakeholders.

As EV adoption grows in Hawaii, battery disposal becomes an environmental and public health issue for communities near landfills and transfer stations. The working group's recommendations could lead to new producer responsibility requirements or disposal fees that affect EV owners.