The European Union is moving closer to enacting a law that will not just require smartphones like the iPhone to have easier battery repairs, but it will also mandate how

The European Union is moving closer to enacting a law that will not just require smartphones like the iPhone to have easier battery repairs, but it will also mandate how much of a battery must be reclaimable after recycling.

The EU wants to improve the sustainability, durability, and performance of batteriesThe EU wants to improve the sustainability, durability, and performance of batteries

By a vote of 587 in favor, nine against, and 20 abstentions, Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) have approved an agreement made with the Council to revamp European Union regulations about batteries and waste. The legislation represents the most recent endeavor within the “Right to Repair” movement, compelling companies to manufacture their products to make it easy for do-it-yourself repairs.

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