Abstract: China is a large country in manufacturing and using electric motors.The power consumption of electric motors accounts for sixty percent of the whole society consumption and 75 percent of industrial consumption.A large number of electric motors face to scrap.Electric motor remanufacturing possesses wide market.It’s analyzed the status of electric motor remanufacturing in China,reviewed the relevant policies.Then,electric motor remanufacturing process and requirements were described.The benefits of remanufacturing is discussed in the end.Results indicate that electric motor remanufacturing can save energy and material saving and reduce greenhouse gas emissions,is an important strategic choice for circular economy and sustainable development.

Key words: electric motor, remanufacturing, energy conservation and emission reduction, circular economy