Global Traceability: Unpacking A Rapidly Evolving Part Of The Canadian Battery Ecosystem

The traceability of batteries—both their component parts and their production—has become an increasingly important priority for governments worldwide. Concerns regarding the climate crisis and national security provide distinct but equal motivations—particularly in Canada.

Batteries and energy storage systems play a crucial role in global decarbonization efforts; transparency in sourcing and manufacturing has become essential to ensuring sustainable and responsible supply chains. Separately, the strategic importance of battery technology in defense, energy system security, and critical infrastructure requires effective traceability, and amid intensified global competition, protecting supply chains from potential threats posed by adversarial or hostile actors is a key safety concern for end-users and governments.