Austria battery safety

New Take-Back Obligations for Batteries and Accumulators in Austria

Starting from August 18, 2025, significantly expanded take-back obligations for all types of batteries and accumulators will come into effect in Austria in accordance with the new EU Battery...

Battery Compliance Austria

The Batteries Directive 2006/66/EC was transposed through an amendment to the Austrian Waste Act, introducing the framework of producer responsibility obligations for the different battery types, which

Battery Ordinance in Austria – A practical guide for businesses

The Austrian Battery Ordinance is based on the principle of extended producer responsibility. This principle ensures that producers and distributors remain responsible for the

From research to recycling: Austria''s battery expertise stands out

Austria is setting benchmarks in battery technology. With strong clusters, global industry players and cutting-edge research, the country has become an engine of innovation and is helping to

New EU Battery Regulation: Obligations in Austria

The new EU Battery Regulation imposes new obligations on companies. Learn more about the new obligations in Austria here.

# 19 Are Batteries safe?

Researchers at the Vehicle Safety Institute will team up with national and international partners to make batteries safer, extend their service life and make them more sustainable.

Battery Disposal Grows as Austria Becomes More Eco-Conscious

People in Austria have grown increasingly aware of environmental issues in recent years, with new figures revealing a 5.7% rise in the collection of device batteries in 2023 compared to the

EU Battery Regulation

The EU Battery Regulation comes into force on 18 February 2024. It is intended to improve the circular economy in the area of batteries.

Battery4Life: New COMET centre on battery safety led by TU Graz