You will have 20 minutes to plan, write and revise an essay about the topic below. Your response will be judged on how well you develop a position, organise your ideas, present supporting details, and control the elements of standard written English. You should write 200–300 words.
As electric vehicles become more widespread, decommissioned traction batteries are increasingly repurposed for stationary renewable energy storage before being recycled. While some argue that this extends resource value, others believe it merely delays inevitable waste processing and poses safety risks. Do the advantages of repurposing second-life batteries outweigh the disadvantages?
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You will have 20 minutes to plan, write and revise an essay about the topic below. Your response will be judged on how well you develop a position, organise your ideas, present supporting details, and control the elements of standard written English. You should write 200–300 words.
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The rapid transition to electric vehicles relies heavily on minerals extracted in regions with poor environmental and labour records. Some people believe vehicle manufacturers should be legally mandated to use only ethically certified raw materials, even if this slows down electric vehicle adoption. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer.
Standardised modular battery swapping stations have been proposed as an alternative to ultra-fast roadside charging networks for electric vehicles. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of establishing universal battery-swapping infrastructure across national transport networks.
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