During the ICBR conferences the Steering Committee nominates a leader for the “Honorary Award” which is presented for remarkable commitments and outstanding actions in the recycling industry and incredible moves for the environment.
Jacques David
Consultant, France
Jacques receives this award in recognition of his pioneering spirit, support & endless promotion of best take back and recycling practices in the Circular Economy of Batteries. His commitment led the worldwide battery recycling industry to a profitable and environmentally sound business.
International Steering Committee ICBR Geneva, September 2021
Dr Jean-Pol Wiaux
Consultant, Switzerland
Jean-Pol receives this award in recognition of his pioneering spirit, support & endless promotion of best take back and recycling practices in the Circular Economy of Batteries. His engagement led the worldwide battery recycling industry to a profitable and environmentally sound business.
International Steering Committee ICBR Salzburg, September 2020
Huibert Jacobus Hendrik Van Deutekom
Bureau van Deutekom, Netherlands
Huibert Jacobus receives this award for inventing the Ni-MH battery technology and developing various processes and technologies for the battery recycling industry.
International Steering Committee ICBR Lyon, September 2019