As the use of new energy vehicles continue to be developed and promoted in more countries, the recovery and recycling of the batteries used in the new energy vehicles have become an issue that cannot be ignored.

Anbound's research team is of the view that the issue of whether the electric cars are "eco-friendly" is in essence, a pseudo-proposition, improper disposal of battery will pollute the water and environment, the electricity used in the battery is also generated by the power plants and the air pollution caused by the power plants is probably more or else the same as the car emissions.

In light of the recent proposal made by Beijing city to abort license-plate lottery for new energy vehicles, it is worth pondering whether China has made the correct decision on its policy in relation to the new energy vehicles.