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Abstract :
The rapid rise of electric vehicles (EVs) highlights the urgent need for sustainable infrastructure, especially for
end-of-life battery recycling and charging station siting. This systematic literature review (SLR) analyzes 68 peer-reviewed
studies published between 2015 and 2024, focusing on decision-making frameworks and sustainability criteria for EV
battery recycling (EVBR) site selection. Following the PRISMA protocol, the review applied a structured process of
identification, screening, and inclusion. Nearly 48.5% of the studies specifically address EVBR siting. Thematic analysis
reveals widespread use of tools such as multi-criteria decision-making (MCDM), Geographic Information System (GIS),
and hybrid AHP-TOPSIS models. However, comprehensive sustainability assessments and geo-spatial integration remain
inconsistent, and few studies propose adaptive frameworks that align with changing urban policies and energy trends. This
review maps the current methodological landscape, uncovers gaps such as limited circular economy practices and
stakeholder involvement, and suggests future research directions to build resilient, eco-efficient EV battery recycling
infrastructure.
Keywords :
Electric Vehicle; Battery Recycling; Charging Station Siting; Decision-Making Frameworks; Sustainability; MCDM; Systematic Literature Review.
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The rapid rise of electric vehicles (EVs) highlights the urgent need for sustainable infrastructure, especially for
end-of-life battery recycling and charging station siting. This systematic literature review (SLR) analyzes 68 peer-reviewed
studies published between 2015 and 2024, focusing on decision-making frameworks and sustainability criteria for EV
battery recycling (EVBR) site selection. Following the PRISMA protocol, the review applied a structured process of
identification, screening, and inclusion. Nearly 48.5% of the studies specifically address EVBR siting. Thematic analysis
reveals widespread use of tools such as multi-criteria decision-making (MCDM), Geographic Information System (GIS),
and hybrid AHP-TOPSIS models. However, comprehensive sustainability assessments and geo-spatial integration remain
inconsistent, and few studies propose adaptive frameworks that align with changing urban policies and energy trends. This
review maps the current methodological landscape, uncovers gaps such as limited circular economy practices and
stakeholder involvement, and suggests future research directions to build resilient, eco-efficient EV battery recycling
infrastructure.
Keywords :
Electric Vehicle; Battery Recycling; Charging Station Siting; Decision-Making Frameworks; Sustainability; MCDM; Systematic Literature Review.