Are EV batteries recyclable? Your questions answered

We’re answering your questions about electric vehicles and climate change. Send yours to ask@cbc.ca. We are listening.More electric vehicles (EVs) are on roads than ever before as many Canadians start to move away from internal combustion vehicles to reduce the carbon emissions that contribute to climate change. But what about the environmental impact of the batteries used to run this electric transportation?Many of you sent in questions after reading this article about EV charging stations. Ask CBC News followed up and got the answers you were looking for.How many types of batteries are there and how do they work?As the market for EVs expands and consumers have more choice when it comes to makes and models, it’s important to understand the different types of batteries and what goes into them.According to the U.S. Department of Energy, there are four main types of energy storage…

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