Associate Professor Rashid Zaman, Associate Dean of Accounting and Finance and Founding Deputy Director of the Centre for Sustainability and Governance Research (CSGR) at Edith Cowan University (ECU), brings critical expertise in financial sustainability, ESG reporting, and regulatory compliance, directly supporting the project's goal of overcoming economic and industrial barriers to lithium battery (LiB) recycling. His research on techno-economic analysis, investment risk, ESG and corporate governance provides essential insights into assessing the cost-effectiveness, return on investment (ROI), and market feasibility of LiB recycling, while his expertise in financial modelling and policy evaluation ensures the development of a regulatory framework for second-life battery applications. His work on sustainability reporting and ESG compliance will help establish carbon footprint benchmarks, support carbon credit eligibility, and attract investment into circular economy initiatives. With over AUD 531,315 in competitive research funding and high-impact publications on corporate sustainability, Associate Professor Zaman will play a key role in shaping economic, financial, and policy strategies to drive large-scale investment in battery recycling, reinforcing Australia's leadership in clean energy innovation and circular economy transformation.