MethodologyBattery Second LifeRIV-REC-02-BATV1.0Last updated - 29/06/25Go to projects (1)Overall Available Credits0tCO2eqOverall forecasted delivery11423tCO2eqUsed mechanismAvoidance
About the methodologyThe global demand for batteries is projected to increase fourteenfold by 2030. In addition to climate change impacts, battery production relies on critical raw materials, like lithium and cobalt. In the EU, recycling rates are low, and improper battery disposal can contaminate soil and water. Refurbishing and regeneration increase the lifetime of batteries, reduces emissions by re-using materials and offers less energy-intensive manufacturing.The Riverse methodology supports projects involved in battery second-life, whether it is refurbishing or regeneration. Read documentationTechnologyOur methodology distinguishes between two types of processes:- Refurbishing: cleaning and replacing degraded cells or modules with reused ones with better quality.
- Regeneration: sending high-intensity electrical pulses into the battery, cells or modules, to restore its functions.
Batteries eligible under for this methodology are:- Rechargeable batteries, containing a single cell/module, or a group of cell/module batteries.
- Portable, automotive, stationary, and industrial batteries.
- Lithium-ion, nickel metal hydride and lead acid batteries.
Scientific approachThe methodology quantifies GHG emissions avoided using the ISO 14064-2 standard. The baseline scenario assumes the typical end-of-life treatment for batteries and the production of new batteries, for the given country where the project is located.The project scenario includes the transportation for collection of the batteries, the energy and material inputs for the refurbishing process.Our calculations compare the emissions from the baseline scenario to those of the project scenario.Compliance
GHG emissions calculationWe adhere to the ISO14064-2 standard to accurately quantify GHG emissions reductions and sequestration.Read more
Project reportingAll projects comply with the General Standard Rules in accordance with ICVCM and ICROA requirementsRead more
Audit and verificationAll projects undergo validation and recurring monitoring audits by accredited Validation and Verification Bodies (VVBs).Read more
Credit traceabilityOur registry offers end-to-end traceability for the lifecycle of our credits, preventing double-counting and double-claiming.Read moreStatusProjects using this methodology1projects ↗Overall Available Credits0tCO2eqOverall forecasted delivery11423tCO2eq
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Responsible Consumption and Production. Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns.)