BHP has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with battery technology pioneer Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Ltd (CATL).
Recognising the need for innovative solutions to tackle Scope 1 and 2 emissions, BHP is working closely with CATL to explore the application of existing and emerging technologies across its operations.
BHP and CATL will explore opportunities in battery development for mining equipment and locomotives including rapid charging infrastructure, as well as seeking to understand energy storage systems and battery recycling options for BHP’s mining applications.
These efforts are aligned with BHP’s long-term goal to achieve net zero operational greenhouse gas emissions (Scopes 1 and 2 from its operated assets) by CY2050.
CATL, a global leader of innovative energy technologies, is committed to building options to enable a net zero future leveraging advanced technologies. The company is developing cutting-edge battery technologies and energy solutions that support the energy transition and e-mobility. Its innovation presents the potential for exciting opportunities to accelerate the mining industry’s decarbonisation transition.
Through this MOU, BHP intends to work with CATL to identify pathways for electrification at its mining operations. The collaboration will also focus on opportunities to advance the circular economy by enhancing battery recycling processes, especially leveraging its copper operations to establish more sustainable value chains within the mining sector.
Rashpal Bhatti, BHP Group Procurement Officer:
“This strategic relationship marks further progress in BHP’s work to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from our operations and enable support for further developments within the global resources sector.
“CATL is a global leader in advanced battery technology, energy storage solutions, and battery recycling and is a natural partner for BHP.
“Working with organisations such as CATL, BHP is continuing to seek solutions that can drive a more efficient and sustainable future for the resources industry.”
Tan Libin, CATL Head of Overseas Business:
“We are excited to collaborate with BHP, a global leader sharing our commitment to driving the energy transition towards a net zero-carbon future.
“Together with forward-thinking resources companies like BHP, we aim to demonstrate how advanced battery technologies can decarbonise mining operations, logistics, and product delivery, accelerating a more sustainable, efficient future while creating long-term value and transforming the global resources industry through innovation.”