The European Union has proposed new rules to regulate the smartphone market. In addition to the mandatory USB-C port, they proposed new requirements for batteries. A new regulatory law has already been drafted that will force manufacturers to make batteries more reliable, environmentally friendly and reusable. The document also refers to the ease of replacing power cells.

In fact, this is a development of the idea of ​​​​returning removable batteries, which was proposed 2 years ago. Already, the European Parliament and the European Council have previously agreed to revise the union’s rules to take into account technological developments and possible future problems. The new rules will cover the design, manufacture, operation and disposal of all batteries in the EU.

They plan to set maximum CO2 emissions for them. Requirements also include the use of recycled materials. In addition, new batteries may differ in terms of battery capacity, performance, chemical composition, durability, etc. will receive tags and QR codes with information about Finally, new batteries must be easily removable for the user to be able to do this. If these rules are approved by the European Parliament and the Council of the EU, they will enter into force 3.5 years after their ratification.