Call for a Comparative Study and Pilot Testing of Business Models for Battery Collection at Siemens Stiftung

Scope of Work & Deliverables

• The project is planned to start in October 2025 and should run for 6-7 months. The scope of work entails the following the aspects:
• Comparative Assessment
• Identify and describe at least three promising business models for the collection of predominantly lithium-ion batteries.
• Assess each model’s relevance to Kenya’s regulatory context, infrastructure, and user base.
• Explore incentives and pricing structures to drive sustainable battery return behaviours.
• Pilot Implementation
• Operate pilots in Nairobi as a case study for dense urban zones and informal settlements.
• Set up physical or mobile collection points, engage local actors (e.g., vendors, boda boda operators, youth groups), and integrate formal sector contributors.
• Report Development
• Design a simple framework to track volumes collected, return rates, stakeholder engagement, logistical and any other costs, and further KPIs.
• Summarize findings, learnings, challenges, and recommendations for the ecosystem.

Applicants Profile

• Siemens Stiftung is looking for enterprises’ operating in the e-mobility ecosystem in Kenya.
• The candidates must demonstrate market experience and must comply with the following criteria
• Candidates are operative in any battery, or waste recycling value chain.
• Candidates need to be registered as a Kenyan entity.
• Capacities in processing battery cells are a strong benefit (testing, developing 2nd life applications, shredding).
• Strong networks or partnerships in Kenya’s e-mobility or circular economy sectors.
• Positive impact of the company is part of the applying candidates’ identity, e.g. proven through statutes or company reports.
• Candidates with pending litigation against them or members of their management team, candidates looking for refinancing opportunities or debt or other liabilities are excluded from the application process.
• Female-led companies as well as companies operating in underserved areas and working with marginalized target groups as well as with high environmental impact are especially encouraged to apply