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  1. CATL is expanding its global footprint by building new battery plants and securing projects in Europe and Asia, while supplying major automakers.

Nickel in EV Batteries Linked to Deforestation in Indonesia

2 reports, 1 independent Updated Oct 16
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What happened

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An analysis found that batteries from carmakers like Volkswagen Group, Ford, and Tesla may contain nickel mined in Indonesia. This nickel comes from mines in Sulawesi, a region known for its large nickel deposits. The ore was traced through regional smelters and Chinese processing plants run by Zhejiang Huayou Cobalt, which supplies CATL.

From theguardian.com

Why it matters

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The nickel is widely used in car battery cathodes because it boosts energy density and increases range. Satellite analysis shows that the mining operations have led to widespread deforestation of primary rainforest in Central Sulawesi. This highlights environmental risks within the global electric vehicle supply chain.

CATL is expanding its global footprint by building new battery plants and securing projects in Europe and Asia, while supplying major automakers.

From theguardian.com

Who's involved

  • TeslaAmerican carmaker whose batteries may contain nickel sourced from Indonesia
  • Volkswagen GroupGerman automotive conglomerate whose batteries may contain nickel from Indonesian mines
  • FordCar brand whose batteries may contain nickel mined in Indonesia
  • IndonesiaGeopolitical state where the nickel mines and deforestation occur
  • Central SulawesiProvince in Indonesia where the nickel mines and deforestation are located
  • LG Energy SolutionSouth Korean battery maker receiving nickel via a separate route from Zhejiang Huayou Cobalt

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • FordSpeculative

    Ford might face increased costs or reduced demand for its vehicles due to reputational damage linked to the nickel sourcing.

  • Central SulawesiSpeculative

    Central Sulawesi may face reduced local revenue or increased costs related to environmental remediation due to widespread deforestation.

  • LG Energy SolutionSpeculative

    LG Energy Solution may face supply chain risk or increased costs if the nickel sourcing practices are disrupted or scrutinized.

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