Side events - 30th International Congress for Battery Recycling icbr 2025

Side events

Please keep in mind that registration for the side events is available exclusively to those who have registered for the congress.

Friday, September 12, 2025

Location: Veolia, Carrer d'Europa, S/N, 43120 Poligono Industrial de Constantí, Tarragona

SARPI-Veolia Constanti, located near the petrochemical industrial complex of Tarragona, is a thermal treatment and waste to energy facility, able to manage all types of hazardous waste which can represent a risk to human health and environment due to their composition and properties.

The facility has a rotary kiln and a post-combustion chamber that treat hazardous waste at high temperatures in order to control and isolate pollutants and toxic components. During this thermal process, the waste is transformed into energy, which is recovered to produce electricity for self consumption of the plant and also a part is injected into the grid. All the metallic fractions in the waste are decontaminated and recovered as material.

During the visit, we will go through the whole treatment process from feeding the waste into the rotary kiln, water and gas treatment, to recovery of materials and transformation of the heat and steam into electricity.

Constantí plant recovers more than 630 tons of metals per year, and is a key player in Spain and one of the most efficient waste to energy plants in Europe. With a treatment capacity of more than 80,000 tons of hazardous wastes per year, the plant is a major partner of different industries in Spain helping them to manage their waste sustainably.

Schedule:

08:00 Departure from the Hotel Melia Valencia to SARPI-Veolia Constanti in Tarragona
10:45 Arrival at SARPI-Veolia Constanti
10:50 Welcoming & Introduction
11:20 Visit of the thermal treatment facility
12:20 Informal networking with refreshments
13:30 Departure to Valencia
16:00* Arrival at the Valencia Airport
16:30* Arrival at the Hotel Melia Valencia

*No guarantee of an arrival time

The tour will take place with a minimum of 8 delegates.

Friday, September 12, 2025

Location: Polytechnic University of Valencia, Camí de Vera, s/n, Algirós, 46022 Valencia

Participants will first visit the Nanophotonics Technology Center (NTC), where they will receive a guided presentation of the automated disassembly line for Light Electric Vehicle (LEV) batteries currently under development. This pilot system integrates advanced robotics and vision-based artificial intelligence for safe, precise and efficient dismantling processes — a key enabling technology for future circularity in e-mobility.

The second part of the tour will take place at the CMT – Clean Mobility & Thermofluids Research Institute, where researchers will present their work on safety strategies and intelligent battery containers. Visitors will learn about novel active safety solutions developed under REBELION, including containers equipped with sensors and early-response mechanisms to monitor and mitigate thermal events during battery storage and transport.

This visit offers a unique opportunity to experience first-hand some of the cutting-edge innovations driving the transition toward a cost-effective, safer and more sustainable second-life solutions for batteries in Europe.

Schedule:

08:15 Departure by bus from Hotel Meliá Valencia
08:45 Arrival at Universitat Politècnica de València
08:45 Visit and presentation at Nanophotonics Technology Center (NTC)
09:30 Visit and presentation at CMT – Clean Mobility & Thermofluids Research Institute
10:15 Departure by bus from UPV
10:45* Arrival at Hotel Meliá Valencia
11:15* Arrival at Valencia Airport

*No guarantee of an arrival time

The tour will take place with a minimum of 8 delegates.

Friday, September 12, 2025, 09:00-12:00

Location: Hotel Melia Valencia, Av. Cortes Valencianas 52, 46015 Valencia

Moderators: Johan van Peperzeel, DoorVeen BV, Netherlands and Marco Ottaviani, Dangerous Goods Safety Advisor (DGSA), Italy

Description: Join us for an essential workshop that dives into the latest advancements in the storage, transport and safety management of new and used lithium-ion batteries.

This session will focus on key updates to transport and storage regulations, alongside best practices for safely managing lithium batteries. This workshop is a must-attend for companies, organizations, and professionals aiming to stay ahead in the safe handling of lithium batteries. You’ll gain critical insights into compliance, risk management, and the evolving landscape of safety regulations.

The newest ADR 2025 regulations will be explained in relation to the present and new chemistries coming to the market.

There will be plenty of opportunities for open discussions and knowledge exchange with industry experts, allowing you to ask questions and engage with specialists on the latest developments.

Don’t miss this chance to ensure your practices align with the most up-to-date safety standards in the lithium battery sector.

About moderators:

Johan Van Peperzeel is an expert on the battery storage regulation in the Netherlands (PGS 37.2), an expert on battery sorting and sorting technology.

Marco Ottaviani is an independent consultant on the UN and EU regulations on the transportation of dangerous goods and waste batteries and an advisor to the Basel Convention.

Friday, September 12, 2025, 09:00-12:00

Location: Hotel Melia Valencia, Av. Cortes Valencianas 52, 46015 Valencia

Moderator: Claude Chanson, RECHARGE, Belgium

Contributors:

Raji Kaur, RECHARGE, Belgium
Clemence Siret, Saft – Total Energies, France
Jan Tytgat, Umicore, Belgium
David Anguera Sempere, Accurec, Germany
Daniel Waldmann, BASF, Germany
Ioannis Retsoulis, European Commission, Belgium
Marnix Vangheluwe, ARCHE Consulting, Belgium
Eleni Savvidou, Stockholm University, Sweden

Description: The aim of the workshop is to foster discussion, build knowledge and gather technical input on the topic of PFAS emissions during battery recycling. As there are no standardised methods for measuring these emissions, the session aimed to stimulate discussion, share knowledge, and gather technical input on this important topic.

Key points of exploration included:

The fate of PFAS during different recycling processes
Existing uncertainties related to PFAS emissions
The need for further research and industry support to ensure compliance with future legislation

Bringing together stakeholders from industry, academia, and policy, the workshop assessed the current understanding of PFAS emissions, identified critical knowledge gaps, and considered the regulatory developments needed to address these challenges effectively.

Wednesday, September 10, 2025, 19:00 - 24:00

Location: Veles e Vents, Carrer del Moll de la Duana, Ático Planta 3 Veles E Vents, 46024, Valencia

Departure from the Hotel Melia Valencia by bus at 19:00

Join us for a memorable Networking Dinner at Veles e Vents in Valencia! Start with an apéro to connect with peers, followed by an exclusive show and a delightful dinner.

This is the perfect opportunity to expand your network in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. We look forward to seeing you there!