Energy storage battery raw material suppliers

How to secure supply of battery manufacturing equipment?

To secure the supply of battery manufacturing equipment, companies can choose from four approaches. The ideal scenario is to secure supply from equipment suppliers that have existing battery expertise; the next best option would be to find ones with similar expertise.

Where are batteries made?

The processing of raw materials into cathodes, cells, and batteries is concentrated in Asia, particularly mainland China - which also poses a risk to the security of the supply chain. In 2000, about 9% of lithium produced was used for batteries. By 2020, this share rose to 66% and it is forecast to reach over 90% by 2030.

What will the global demand for battery materials be in 2040?

The global demand for raw materials for batteries such as nickel, graphite and lithium is projected to increase in 2040 by 20, 19 and 14 times, respectively, compared to 2020. China will continue to be the major supplier of battery-grade raw materials over 2030, even though global supply of these materials will be increasingly diversified.

Where are lithium batteries made?

Source: JRC analysis. The supply 1 of each processed raw material and components for batteries is currently controlled by an oligopoly industry, which is highly concentrated in China. Although China is expected to continue holding a dominant position, geographic diversification will increase on the supply side, mostly for refined lithium.

What is the market for battery materials?

The market for battery materials has seen dynamic growth since 2017, driven largely by end uses in electric vehicles and renewable energy storage.

Will the EU be reliant on battery raw materials?

However, it is likely that the EU will be import reliant to various degrees for primary and processed (batt-grade) materials. Australia and Canada are the two countries with the greatest potential to provide additional and low-risk supply to the EU for almost all battery raw materials.