Francesca Pagnanelli, Full Professor of Theory of the development of chemical processes (TSPC) at the Department of Chemistry of the University of Rome La Sapienza, Ludovica d'Annibale, PhD student in Electrical Engineering for Materials and Nanotechnology at the University of Rome La Sapienza, and Micol Di Veroli, PhD student in Electrical Engineering for Materials and Nanotechnology at the University of Rome La Sapienza.

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Reducing the carbon footprint in the battery value chain involves several strategic initiatives. Implementing life cycle assessment (LCA) can help identify emissions hotspots throughout production, usage, and end-of-life stages, leading to targeted reductions. Utilizing renewable energy sources during manufacturing significantly lowers overall emissions, while optimizing supply chains through reshoring can decrease transportation impacts. Furthermore, enhancing recycling processes ensures valuable materials are reused, minimizing the need for virgin resources. Finally, advancing battery technologies by using more sustainable electrode materials contributes to lower emissions over the battery's life cycle. These efforts collectively support a more sustainable energy future by addressing environmental concerns associated with battery production and usage.