All batteries sold or used in the EU must meet defined sustainability requirements. Provisions include:
- Restrictions on use of hazardous substances
- Introduction of carbon footprint rules
- Various requirements for the use of recycled content and extended producer responsibilities
2024
Supply chain due diligence requirements.
Battery labeling requirements.
2025 – 2026
Carbon footprint declaration for battery models.
Carbon footprint performance classes.
2027
Mandatory Digital Battery Passport for EV, LMT and industrial batteries >2kWh
2028 – 2033
Maximum lifecycle carbon footprint
2031
Mandatory recycled material quotas
2036
High recycled content targets for batteries
The path to Digital Battery Passport compliance is shaped by four interconnected hurdles:
- rapidly evolving regulatory requirements
- major data-readiness gaps
- the complexity of producing credible battery CO₂ footprints
- the cross‑functional nature of implementation.
Organizations must navigate a dynamic EU regulatory landscape with unclear role boundaries, confidentiality rules, and global alignment challenges, while simultaneously collecting and integrating high‑quality, traceable data across the full battery lifecycle. CO₂ footprint declarations add another layer of methodological and data complexity and must be embedded directly in the passport. Finally, turning legal text into actionable IT and operational processes requires significant coordination across ERP, PLM, MES, BMS, procurement, production, and compliance teams – making Digital Battery Passport delivery a transformation program rather than a simple software rollout.
What we offer:
- A production-ready Digital Battery Passport platform aligned with EU Regulation 2023/1542
- End-to-end consulting from regulatory interpretation to go-live
- A scalable architecture that extends to the Vehicle Passport and other Digital Product Passports
- Data integration across your full supply chain – ERP, PLM, MES, BMS, and beyond
- A structured 5-milestone implementation path designed to meet the 2027 deadline
AVL unites battery engineering expertise, regulatory know‑how, and IT integration capabilities to embed Digital Battery Passports seamlessly into existing system landscapes. The AVL Digital Battery Passport is designed as part of a broader product passport ecosystem for future lifecycle transparency and digital product data.
Audit‑Ready Data
We help customers identifydata gaps, definedata‑quality rules, and integrate static and dynamic data from ERP, PLM, MES,BMS, and telematics systems. A traceability matrix ensures full visibility from requirement to evidence, enabling audit‑ready governance.
CO₂ Footprint Compliance
AVL delivers audit‑ready CO₂ footprint models based on battery engineering expertise and regulatory alignment. Footprint results are embedded directly into the passport and can be reused for CSRD and ESG reporting.
Up‑to‑Date RegulatoryAssurance
AVL is participates actively in various standardization bodies, alliances and committees ensures that our solutions reflect the latest regulatory expectations.
Every update is reflected into platform releases and customer guidance.
Structured ImplementationPath
With strong engineering program experience, AVL provides a clear roadmap with phase gates, deliverables, and a feasible timeline toward the 2027 deadline, covering stakeholders, data contracts, and QR governance.
Consulting and Advisory Services
AVL combines the platform with project-based consulting to support implementation readiness and rollout. The focus is on translating requirements, aligning stakeholders and establishing a clear foundation for successful execution.
Platform
AVL delivers a secure, scalable Digital Battery Passport SaaS platform that enables the creation, management and maintenance of compliant passport data across the entire product lifecycle. Designed for flexibility, it adapts to evolving regulations and is built to expand toward Vehicle Passports and broader Digital Product Passport applications. Continuous development ensures the platform stays future‑ready.
Integration
AVL supports the integration of the platform into existing enterprise and operational environments as part of the implementation project. This helps connect relevant source systems, establish governed data flows and enable efficient passport operations across the customer ecosystem.
Training and Enablement
AVL provides targeted enablement to help customer teams understand the platform, key processes and their operational responsibilities. This ensures that business, compliance and technical stakeholders can work effectively with the solution after rollout.
Support and Customer Care
AVL supports customers before and after go-live with structured service and ongoing operational assistance. This includes customer care during implementation as well as continued support to help maintain stable and compliant platform operations.
Product Lifecycle Management
Create, manage and update digital passports across the full product lifecycle. From initial setup to lifecycle changes and end-of-life documentation, the platform keeps passport information structured and traceable.
Data Model & Integration
Bring product and lifecycle data together in one governed digital structure. The platform connects relevant information from existing systems and supports both static product data and ongoing lifecycle updates.
Access Control & Security
Provide the right level of access for every relevant stakeholder. Role-based controls help protect sensitive information while enabling secure and compliant data sharing.
Compliance & Audit
Maintain audit-ready passport data with clear governance and transparency. The platform supports traceability, evidence management and consistent documentation of relevant changes.0
Search, Reporting & Analytics
Make passport data easy to access and use. Search, reporting and analytics capabilities provide visibility across products, statuses and lifecycle information.
Scalability & Availability
Run digital passport operations reliably at enterprise scale. The platform is built for secure, high-volume use and supports professional operations and service models.
White-Label & Multi-Brand
Adapt the solution to your brand and product portfolio. The platform supports company-specific branding as well as multiple brands and product lines within one environment.
Extensible Digital Passport Platform
Start with Battery Passport and expand into Vehicle Passport and other Digital Product Passport use cases. The platform is designed to support a broader regulated product portfolio over time.
Driven by our passion for innovation, our digital battery passport is the result of combining the latest technologies, our deep application know-how, and decades of regulatory understanding. This unique fusion creates a digital identity for batteries, paving the way towards a greener and more sustainable world.
– Udo Schulz, Senior Product Manager Software Applications, AVL Analytical Technologies
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Many DBP data points — such as material composition, carbon footprint, and due‑diligence information — come from upstream suppliers. Early engagement is crucial.
AVL supports these stakeholders through turnkey solutions for data gathering, validation, and compliant passport generation.
Non‑compliance may result in:
Inability to place the battery on the EU market
Financial penalties (varying by Member State)
Delays in certification or market access
Reputational and supply‑chain impacts
Implementation requires structured data collection, supplier coordination, and integration with internal systems. It is manageable, but preparation is essential.
Typical challenges include:
Missing or inconsistent supplier data
Lack of standardized formats
Integrating multiple internal systems
Ensuring data quality and auditability
Managing updates throughout the battery lifecycle
Most organizations begin by:
Identifying which battery models fall under DBP scope
Reviewing required data fields and checking availability
Establishing data governance and quality processes
Engaging suppliers early
Selecting a compliant, interoperable data platform
Contact us to define a structured starting plan.
Yes. AVL’s Digital Battery Passport aligns with:
EU Battery Regulation (EU) 2023/1542
Technical guidance from the Battery Pass Consortium
Emerging international standardization effort
Contact us to understand how this ensures long‑term compliance.
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