Circular
Wallonia
Days

Unlocking the Path to a Sustainable Battery Future

13th – 14th December 2023

With the support of 

The “Circular Wallonia Days”

Unlocking the Path to a Sustainable Battery Future

Welcome to the second edition of Circular Wallonia Days, an inclusive event dedicated to advancing the circularity of the batteries value chain. Join like-minded individuals, industries, and organizations passionate about sustainability. Let’s unlock the full potential of a circular battery future through industrial partnerships with companies in the vibrant Walloon Region and surrounding countries.

 

Together, we’ll drive a sustainable and responsible battery industry.

Reshaping Batteries: A Circular Economy Outlook

Why ?

The concept of the Circular Economy transcends national boundaries and necessitates a European approach to effectively mobilize resources and foster collaboration among neighbouring countries and regions. As part of Circular Wallonia, the circular economy strategy devised by the Walloon Government, a range of measures has been implemented, with a special focus on the “metallurgy” sector, encompassing critical raw materials and batteries. This sector represents one of the key priority value chains within Wallonia.

Who ?

This event targets everyone concerned by the circularity of the batteries value chain. It is a great  opportunity to discuss industrial partnerships with companies and other organisations located in countries surrounding the Walloon Region.

2 Days

+ 2 side events

Wednesday

13

13.12.2023 @ 8.30 a.m.

DAY 1 – INTERNATIONAL EVENT

Business Village Ecolys - Actibel | Namur

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From 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. / Used language : English

Opening conference : Global Battery dynamics and Opportunities for Regional Collaborations

9:00 a.m. : Welcome coffee

INTRODUCTION 9:30 a.m. : What’s going on in Wallonia ?

KEYNOTE10:00 a.m. : The Worldwide Batteries Landscape and business implications (IRA, Raw Materials Act, recycling regulations…)

EXPERT PANEL 10:30 a.m. : Extending the Walloon Recycling Valley beyond boundaries

12:00 p.m. : Networking lunch

Workshop : Unlocking the Path to a Sustainable Battery Future in Europe
Opportunities in Wallonia and surrounding regions

1:30 p.m. : Introduction by WIN4C & Pôle MecaTech

1:40 p.m. : Dr. Ir. Emilio Bunel, Battery Value Chain expert : Unlocking the Path to a Sustainable Battery Future in Europe

2:00 p.m. : Workshops part 1 :

1. Smart Battery Disassembly
Unlocking Safe, Efficient and Affordable Battery Disassembly

2. Battery Recycling Quest
Uncovering Affordable Battery Recycling Solutions

3. Advancing Electrode Materials for Sustainable Batteries
Exploring Sustainable Solutions for Battery Materials

4. Batteries Second Life
Advancing Battery Health Assesment and Reuse

5. Building a Sustainable EoL Battery Ecosystem
Exploring Strategies to Attract EoL Batteries to Wallonia

3:30 p.m. : Networking coffee

4:00 p.m. : Conclusions from the 5 workshops part 1

Opportunities for international collaboration

4:00 p.m. : Feedback from the 5 workshops

4:30 p.m. : Why is Wallonia a great place to look for partnerships & settle ?

    • Summary of the call for expressions of interest for the development of battery-related industries in Wallonia
    • Current opportunities

5:00 p.m. : Networking diner

Thursday

14

14.12.2023 @ 9:00 a.m.

DAY 2 – LOCAL EVENT – WALLONIA

Business Village Ecolys - Actibel | Namur

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From 9:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. / Used language : French

Debrief of workshops for the Walloon ecosystem
Explore in greater depth the opportunities for the Walloon ecosystem

9:00 a.m. : Welcome coffee

9:30 a.m. : Introduction by WIN4C & Pôle Mecatech

9:50 a.m. : Dr. Ir. Emilio Bunel, Battery Value Chain expert : Unlocking the Path to a Sustainable Battery Future in Belgium

10:15 a.m. : Workshops part 2 :

1. Smart Battery Disassembly
Unlocking Safe, Efficient and Affordable Battery Disassembly

2. Battery Recycling Quest
Uncovering Affordable Battery Recycling Solutions

3. Advancing Electrode Materials for Sustainable Batteries
Exploring Sustainable Solutions for Battery Materials

4. Batteries Second Life
Advancing Battery Health Assesment and Reuse

5. Building a Sustainable EoL Battery Ecosystem
Exploring Strategies to Attract EoL Batteries to Wallonia

12:50 p.m. : Networking lunch

If you have any question about the event, please contact communication@polemecatech.be

Side Events

Monday

11

11.12.2023 @ 9.00 a.m.

SIDE EVENT 1

Liège

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From 9:00 a.m.

General Assembly Meeting – SEATBELT

Organizer : CRM 

For more information, please visit : www.seatbelt-project.eu

 

Tuesday

12

12.12.2023 @ 13.30 p.m.

SIDE EVENT 2

Liège

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From 12:30 p.m.

SOLID4B 

« Solid state Li batteries towards a circular economy: Potentials Vs. Challenges »

Organizer : ABEE

For more information, please visit SOLID4B

 

Need for a hotel in the surroundings?

Ibis Styles Namur
Avenue d’Ecolys 2,
5020 Namur

Register

REGISTRATION ARE CLOSED

Participation: Free of charge, but registration is mandatory.
Cancellation procedure: Inform us at least 72h prior to the start of the event if you are unable to attend.

If you have any question about the event, please contact communication@polemecatech.be

Tel: +32 (0) 81 20 68 50

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