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Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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SDG 2 Zero Hunger -
SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being -
SDG 7 Affordable and Clean Energy -
SDG 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth -
SDG 9 Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure -
SDG 10 Reduced Inequalities -
SDG 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities -
SDG 12 Responsible Consumption and Production -
SDG 13 Climate Action -
SDG 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions -
SDG 17 Partnerships for the Goals
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Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
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Correction: Timeline for establishing a circular economy for lithium-ion batteries
Hartley, J. M., Scott, S., Yang, J. M., Anderson, P. A., Harper, G. D. J., Ahuja, J., Petavratzi, E., Tulsidas, H. & Abbott, A. P., 1 Feb 2026, In: EES Batteries. 2, 1, p. 295-295 1 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Comment/debate
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Electric vehicles pass tipping point, breaking the link with oil prices
Nguyen-Tien, V., Harper, G. D. J. & Elliott, R., 16 Apr 2026, In: The Conversation.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article
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Nine ways steel could build a greener economy
Harper, G. D. J., 11 Apr 2026, In: The Conversation.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article
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The world’s supply of helium is being threatened by the Iran war
Harper, G. D. J., 2 Apr 2026, In: The Conversation.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article
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Ecological impact of vehicles: A comparative study within the Czech Republic and other Visegrad 4 countries
Jaššo, K., Mačák, M., Šedina, M., Máca, J., Harper, G. D. J. & Kazda, T., Mar 2025, In: Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews. 209, 115059.Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review
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ReLiB Global (Hub)
Driscoll, L. (Co-Investigator), Kendrick, E. (Co-Investigator), Leeke, G. (Co-Investigator), Allan, P. (Co-Investigator), Sommerville, R. (Co-Investigator), Slater, P. (Co-Investigator), Reed, D. (Researcher), Edge, J. (Researcher), Anderson, P. (Principal Investigator) & Harper, G. (Co-Investigator)
1/04/26 → 31/03/30
Project: Research
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RECREATE (REcycling CRitical Elements in Advanced Technologies for the Environment)
Nefti-Meziani, S. (Researcher), Slater, P. (Co-Investigator), Sheridan, R. (Researcher), Anderson, P. (Co-Investigator), Walton, A. (Principal Investigator), Leeke, G. (Co-Investigator), Harper, G. (Co-Investigator), Kendrick, E. (Researcher), Brown, D. (Researcher), Stolkin, R. (Researcher), Cavoski, A. (Co-Investigator) & Lee, R. (Co-Investigator)
Engineering & Physical Science Research Council
1/04/24 → 31/03/29
Project: Research Councils
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Thermal Recovery of Functional Coatings (TReFCo)
Harper, G. (Principal Investigator) & Anderson, P. (Co-Investigator)
Engineering & Physical Science Research Council
1/04/22 → 1/05/26
Project: Research Councils
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Recycling and Reuse of Lithium-ion Batteries 3a
Slater, P. (Co-Investigator), Reed, D. (Co-Investigator), Harper, G. (Co-Investigator), Kendrick, E. (Co-Investigator), Allan, P. (Co-Investigator), Anderson, P. (Principal Investigator), Leeke, G. (Co-Investigator) & Sommerville, R. (Co-Investigator)
1/04/25 → 31/03/26
Project: Research
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BAE Life Cycle Analysis of Electric Defence Vehicles
Harper, G. (Principal Investigator)
1/12/22 → 30/11/23
Project: Industry
Datasets
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Image of Electric Vehicle Motor Disassembly Challenges
Harper, G. (Creator), Degri, M. (Creator), Awais, M. (Creator) & Walton, A. (Creator), University of Birmingham, 10 Feb 2021
DOI: 10.25500/EDATA.BHAM.00000605
Dataset
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Infographic Showing Lithium Ion Battery Electrode Ultrasonic Delamination Process
Abbott, A. P. (Creator) & Harper, G. (Creator), University of Birmingham, 18 Jun 2021
DOI: 10.25500/edata.bham.00000687
Dataset
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Lithium-ion battery disassembly challenges diagram
Harper, G. (Creator), University of Birmingham, 2020
DOI: 10.25500/edata.bham.00000494
Dataset
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A circular economy of lithium ion batteries
Lee, R. (Creator), Ahuja, J. (Creator) & Harper, G. (Creator), University of Birmingham, 2020
DOI: 10.25500/edata.bham.00000486
Dataset
Press/Media
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A Climate Solution Lies Deep Under the Ocean—But Accessing It Could Have Huge Environmental Costs
10/09/21
1 item of Media coverage
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UK unprepared to deal with electric vehicle battery waste mountain
21/01/20
1 Media contribution
Press/Media: Press / Media
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How recyclable are batteries from electric cars?
25/01/19
1 Media contribution
Press/Media: Press / Media
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What happens to used lithium-ion battery packs from electric cars?
15/11/18
1 item of Media coverage
Press/Media: Press / Media
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The Spiralling Cost of Our Lithium Battery Addition
5/08/18
1 Media contribution
Press/Media: Press / Media