New regulations on solar container batteries are introduced

In October 2023, the EPA announced a rulemaking to add end-of-life solar panels to the universal waste category and create a distinct category for lithium batteries. This proposal aims to streamline management, encourage recycling, and address safety issues like battery fires. In response, federal and state governments have introduced new regulations and proposals in 2024 and 2025 to promote recycling, reduce landfill waste, and ensure safer handling. This blog post explores the key developments as of July 2025, highlighting efforts to build a circular economy for. According to the latest Regulatory Agenda, EPA expects to issue a proposed rule in February 2026, with a final rule in August 2027. Due to the current government shutdown, the schedule may face some delays. In any event, there may be a small window of opportunity to try influencing the upcoming. EPA is planning to propose new rules to improve the management and recycling of end-of-life solar panels and lithium batteries. EPA is working on a proposal to add hazardous waste solar panels to the universal waste regulations found at Title 40 of the Code of Federal Regulations Part 273 To view. The Unified Agenda is a twice-yearly status report in which Federal government agencies provide a glimpse into new regulations they plan to finalize, propose, or consider in the future. Lion Members: See Lion's full coverage of hazardous materials, EPA, and OSHA rules to watch in 2025 in this. UL Standards and Engagement introduces the first edition of UL 1487, published on February 10, 2025, as a binational standard for the United States and Canada. The first edition of UL 1487, the Standard for Battery Containment Enclosures, was published on February 10, 2025, by UL Standards &. These frameworks establish the legal basis for ensuring safe, efficient, and equitable solar development. They typically include national laws, regional regulations, and local ordinances that specify licensing requirements, technical standards, and compliance procedures. [pdf] Recently, the.