EV batteries repurposed for U.S. data centers

As millions of electric-vehicle batteries approach the end of their automotive lifespans, some companies and hobbyists are beginning to repurpose them for stationary energy storage to power homes, businesses, and data centers. While European markets have utilized retired EV batteries for years due to supportive regulations and early EV adoption, the U.S. is slowly following suit amid rising energy demands from AI data centers and new producer-responsibility laws. However, experts caution that challenges remain, including difficulties in extracting batteries safely and potential fire risks. Open article →