A Battery Deal for Europe is set to influence Brussels’ decision-making, offering concrete and actionable, and coordinated solutions to build a robust, future-ready European battery ecosystem.
The initiative calls for a coordinated European effort to build a globally competitive, sustainable, and inclusive battery ecosystem, to shape Brussels’ decisions through concrete and actionable solutions for a robust, future-ready industry.
WHAT IS INSIDE A BATTERY DEAL?: Discover the 4 pillars of our campaign and the policy recommendations:
🧑🔬INNOVATE: Exploring the Supporting Instruments
🏭PRODUCE: Scaling Industrial Strength with Output-Based and CAPEX Support
🪙BUY: Turning Strategic Demand into Industrial Sovereignty
🔒SECURE: Securing Europe’s Strategic Position in the Battery Industry
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This document compiles three reports prepared by BEPA’s Policy Task Force. It reflects the collective effort of BEPA experts contributing to the Task Force’s mission of supporting the European battery innovation ecosystem through informed, policy-driven insights. We sincerely thank all members who contributed their expertise, shared experiences, and provided feedback during the drafting and consultation phases.
The Policy Task Force was established to strengthen the link between EU policy and BEPA members. Its work is guided by two main objectives. First, to provide timely information to BEPA members on key EU policy developments.
The first report in this compilation focuses on the next Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF), announced by the European Commission on 16 July 2025. It summarises the main elements of the proposal and highlights their relevance for the European battery ecosystem. The report also covers updates on major EU funding programmes announced alongside the MFF, such as the European Competitiveness Fund (ECF) and the next Horizon Europe, and assesses their potential impact on research, innovation, and industrial deployment.
The second objective of the Policy Task Force is to deliver briefings and strategic insights on funding mechanisms for battery innovation. The other two reports compiled in this document analyse the Important Projects of Common European Interest (IPCEIs) and the instruments provided by the European Innovation Council (EIC) as funding opportunities supporting technological innovation. These briefings build on the webinars organised by the Policy Task Force, where BEPA members exchange views with invited experts on the design, accessibility, and effectiveness of EU funding tools.
The insights collected from these sessions are consolidated into written briefings, which are then circulated among Task Force members to gather feedback and formulate recommendations for improving these instruments.
Through this initiative, BEPA seeks to ensure that its members remain well-informed and actively engaged in the European policy landscape. The Policy Task Force acts as a bridge between EU institutions and the battery community, fostering dialogue and helping to improve the policies that shape Europe’s battery value chain
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This edition will focus on 𝗨𝗞 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗽𝘀, with an introduction from The Faraday Institution, and see pitches from: Addionics, Ampoxe, Nyobolt and Breathe Battery Technologies.
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BEPA is glad to co-organise the Battery Innovation Days again for the fifth time, this year happening in Graz, Austria, on 2-3 December. We expect more than 400 participants from all around the battery value chain.
BEPA, with RECHARGE, will present A Battery Deal for Europe, a campaign set to influence Brussels’ decision-making, offering concrete and actionable, and coordinated solutions to build a robust, future-ready European battery ecosystem.
In addition, BEPA is also organising a workshop on Central and Eastern Europe funding opportunities, with more than 10 speakers.
Read the latest press release:
Battery Innovation Days – European battery value chain takes the spotlight
On 2-3 December 2025, the Battery Innovation Days brings to the city of Graz experts from all across Europe, promising to be the event of the year for the EU Research & Innovation battery sector.
The Battery Innovation Days is the annual event dedicated to battery innovation and research. Now in its fifth edition, it will take place in Graz, Austria and is expecting more than 500 delegates onsite and 1000 connected online. Over two days, the event will feature an engaging programme filled with sessions, expert insights, a big exhibition area with +35 exhibitors, and networking opportunities.
A reflection on the entire battery value chain is at the core of the BID’s agenda. A strong and resilient battery value chain is required in Europe to increase internal production and strengthen competition at a global level. Sessions at the BID will cover the development of EU batteries from innovation ideas to end of life and recycling processes.
Battery innovation will be examined through the latest research, emerging chemistries, and the growing use of artificial intelligence, while entrepreneurs and investors discuss financing challenges, insights, and opportunities to accelerate battery innovation and growth. Strategies and innovation needed to secure sustainable sourcing materials for a resilient European supply chain will also be addressed. Experts that will be present for these sessions include: Beatrice Coda, Head of Unit at the Directorate-General for Research and Innovation of the European Commission; Alejandro Franco, Professor at the University Picardie Jules Verne; and Olli Salmi, Director EU Affairs at the Finnish Minerals Group.
The application of batteries covers many sectors and purposes: sessions will highlight this scale from Europe’s defense capabilities, energy security, and stable power infrastructure, to the next generation of compact high-performance electronic devices. Notably, Petya Barzilska, Head of Policy at the European Initiative for Energy Security, and Michael Dickstein, Corporate Affairs Director Europe & Africa at Duracell will join sessions regarding these applications.
Finally, the recycling of batteries is the final step of this journey, with sessions outlining the importance of circular economy in battery production and the strategic relevance of recycling. Andreas Opelt, Chief Operating Officer at Saubermacher, and Eleonora Calì, Coordinator of the GR4FITE3 project, will, among others, contribute their expertise to this subject.
Workshops organised by Batteries European Partnership Association (BEPA) and Bax will allow participants to learn about sustainability and business demands, as well as key funding opportunities from Central and Eastern Europe. A third workshop by Battery 2030+ will take the setting of a pitching session to improve communications of innovative ideas, products and services related to batteries.
A gala dinner on the first night at the Alte Universität, and a site visit to AVL’s battery innovation center, e-mobility benchmarking facility and two test technological facility on the second day complete the programme.
Highlighting the importance of the battery sector for Europe, BEPA, one of the co-organizers of the Battery Innovation Days, have just launched A Battery Deal for Europe, a campaign – in cooperation with RECHARGE – to secure Europe a stable battery production and innovation chain. The campaign will be presented again during the Battery Innovation Days, and the pledge can be already signed here.
BID 2025 is hosted by the Styrian Business Promotion Agency (SFG), the operational arm of Styria’s regional government, driving economic development and fostering innovation. Co-organizers of the event are The European Batteries R&I Community, three initiatives collaborating in the battery sector. Battery 2030+, BEPA and the two IPCEI drive European research and innovation in the field of batteries.
This year’s event is also possible thanks to conference sponsors AVL and Andritz, and cluster sponsors Battery City Munster, Battery Cluster Portugal, Circular Battery Cluster, Collabat, Cluster Hub ‘’Materials4Batteries’’, EU-Ingenious, Solid4b Cluster, The BMS Alliance and TwinBATT. Research sponsors supporting the event are Battery4Life, BATTwin, CSEM, K1-MET, PCCL, ReMade@Ari, Resch and Virtual Vehicle.
The first Horizon Europe projects focusing on battery research and innovation are entering their final stage since their launch. These projects are grouped under the BATT4EU Partnership, a public-private partnership between the European Commission and the Batteries European Partnership Association (BEPA), the private voice of research and innovation across the battery value chain.
To date, BATT4EU counts 64 projects, which are delivering groundbreaking results. On September 29th, during the BATT4EU Success Stories webinar, BEPA showcased the achievements of HELENA, PSIONIC, and ADVAGEN.
The HELENA project focuses on developing next-generation halide-based solid-state batteries for electric vehicles and aircraft. The project achieved significant breakthroughs in the development of new halide solid electrolytes (Li–Y-Br/Cl systems) with ionic conductivity up to 5 mS/cm, enhanced particle size control, and stability with active materials. It also developed advanced cathode materials. It also develops NMC cathodes from 622 to high-voltage NMC 811, reaching 210 mAh/g and improved energy density through optimised coatings.
HELENA successfully scaled up from coin cells to multilayer pouch cells (1–10Ah) using thin solid electrolyte membranes (~30 µm) and high-loading composite cathodes (~4 mAh/cm²). Interfacial stability was improved through protective sulphide coatings, extending cycle performance and achieving ~98% coulombic efficiency. Thanks to ab initio molecular dynamics simulations, they have been able to elucidate the reaction mechanism of lithium metal and the electrolyte interface, which is key for high-performance devices. In addition, HELENA validated recycling routes with >70–80% recovery of lithium and transition metals, demonstrating a clear roadmap toward sustainable, industrial-scale halide solid-state batteries.
The PSIONIC project develops a polymer-based solid-state battery using an innovative solvent-free extrusion process. This approach eliminates the use of toxic solvents, offering a scalable and environmentally friendly route to battery manufacturing. PSIONIC optimised the composition of polymer electrolytes by blending polyethylene oxide (PEO) and polycarbonates (PPC and PEC) with lithium salts, achieving ionic conductivity of 4.6 × 10⁻⁵ S/cm at 40 °C and electrochemical stability at 4.58 V. A key achievement was the development of UV-cured crosslinked polymer membranes that are self-standing and flexible (~60 µm), enabling stable lithium plating and stripping for over 600 hours without short circuits. The project demonstrated cells with LFP cathodes delivering 168 mAh/g at C/20 and 99.8 % coulombic efficiency, while NMC-based cells reached 110 mAh/g at C/15 and 40 °C. They are currently studying how the addition of succinonitrile plasticisers could further improve room-temperature conductivity and stability by decreasing the crystallinity of the polymer. PSIONIC thus represents a strong step toward safe, sustainable, and industry-ready solid-state batteries manufactured through solvent-free processes.
The ADVAGEN project focuses on hybrid oxide–sulphide solid-state batteries (LPSCl:LLZO, 80:20) based on European-sourced materials. The project synthesised high-purity LPSCl electrolytes with conductivities exceeding 1 mS/cm and optimised NMC 811 cathodes with precise temperature and oxygen control, achieving over 200 mAh/g. ADVAGEN developed innovative interface engineering solutions, including thin lithium metal deposition on copper and sputtering plasma for AlOx coatings, resulting in stable cycling at >0.1 mA/cm². Hybrid sulphide–oxide cells demonstrated robust compatibility and high energy density, while pouch cells exceeding 1 Ah are under fabrication. They developed multiscale modelling for the battery components, making the battery’s electrochemical working mechanism. These achievements show a fully European supply-chain approach to solid-state battery development, combining material innovation, modelling, and scalable cell prototyping.
Together, HELENA, PSIONIC, and ADVAGEN illustrate the technological progress under the European BATT4EU partnership. From halide to polymer to hybrid solid-state systems, these projects are pushing the boundaries of safety, performance, and sustainability. They demonstrate that Europe is rapidly advancing toward industrially scalable, next-generation solid-state batteries that can power the electric mobility sectors of tomorrow. These are just a few examples of the BATT4EU projects that have been thriving and successful.
These are just a few examples of the BATT4EU projects that have been thriving and successful. BEPA will continue to support these initiatives by highlighting more success stories on Thursday 13 November, 10:00-11:30, with the second webinar dedicated to the BATT4EU Success Stories, connect to hear about NoVOC, BatWoMan, and.
The #BATT4EU partnership projects focusing on battery research and innovation are demonstrating impressive progress and delivering groundbreaking results across the entire battery value chain.
To highlight their achievements and share their success stories, BEPA is organising a dedicated webinar series: #BATT4EU Success Stories.
The third edition will spotlight the following projects: BatWoMan, greenSPEED, NoVOC.
Going on its 9th edition, the RTR Conference is a unique entry point into the achievements of EU-funded projects in road transport.
Once again this year, participants will learn about EU-funded and Horizon Europe projects’ results and expected impacts, and what the next research steps are in essential areas for road transport: Green Vehicles, Urban Mobility, Logistics, Intelligent Transport Systems, Safety, Automated Road Transport, Batteries.
The conference will deliver a holistic view of how the European research scene is moving forward in these fields, bringing benefits to the environment, economy, and European society overall.
3 October
Insights & Studies
- Hybrid Energy Storage: Case Studies for the Energy Transition
- Moneyball & Moonshots: Strategies for Innovation in the Battery Industry
- AI unlocks the manufacturing secrets of LMFP
- A room temperature rechargeable all-solid-state hydride ion battery
- Direct Recycling of Degraded LiFePO4 Cathode Material
New Developments
- 43 million tonnes: One of the world’s largest lithium projects found in Germany
- New BMW Site in Hungary is Starting Point for Gen6 Batteries
- Siemens builds battery plant for rail vehicles in Bavaria
10 October
New Developments
- China Implements Export Controls on Lithium Batteries and Key Materials, Covering High-End Batteries and Artificial Graphite Anodes
- Ampere inaugurates its Battery Cell Innovation Laboratory
- Chinese FDI transactions in electric vehicles data
Insights & Studies
- China’s “4th Battery Cycle”? The World Can’t Catch Up
- From Gigafactories to Collaborative Ecosystems: Rethinking Battery Manufacturing in Europe
- Toyota, Sumitomo Metal Make Advances In Cathode Materials For Solid-State Batteries
- High Plating Currents Without Dendrites at The Interface Between a Lithium Anode and Solid Electrolyte
Brussels, 23 October 2025 — RECHARGE and BEPA today unveiled their landmark strategic report, “A Battery Deal for Europe”. The initiative calls for a coordinated European effort to build a globally competitive, sustainable, and socially inclusive battery ecosystem — one that anchors Europe’s industrial renewal, supports its climate ambitions, and safeguards its strategic autonomy.
Co-authored by RECHARGE (the Advanced Rechargeable & Lithium Batteries Association) and BEPA (the Batteries European Partnership Association), the report sets out a unified vision and roadmap for Europe’s battery future. By articulating a common direction and fostering collaboration across all levels, the Battery Deal for Europe aims to secure Europe’s place as a global leader in sustainable batteries — driving industrial renewal, climate progress, and technological sovereignty.
“A Battery Deal for Europe aligns industrial ambition with societal benefit. It’s not just about competitiveness — it’s about building a battery ecosystem that delivers jobs, innovation, and long-term industrial growth for generations to come”, said Ilka von Dalwigk, Director General, RECHARGE. “Europe’s battery future cannot be shaped in silos, but through shared ambition. Only by acting together, and based on a robust foundation of innovation, sustainability, resilience, and competitiveness, we will shape Europe’s battery future.”
“Europe has all the ingredients to lead in sustainable batteries — world-class research, skilled talent, and strong industrial know-how,” added Fabrice Stassin, Secretary General, BEPA. “What we now need is coordinated action and policy alignment to turn that potential into lasting global leadership. A Battery Deal for Europe is both a call to action and a framework for collaboration. To secure Europe’s sovereignty and climate leadership, we must act across institutions, Member States, and industries.”
Europe’s battery sector stands at a critical juncture. While the continent has made major strides in research, innovation, and early industrialisation, global competition is intensifying. Without decisive and collective European action, the report warns, Europe risks ceding control of a value chain central to its green, digital, and industrial transitions.
A Coordinated Strategy Built on Four Pillars
The Battery Deal proposes a coherent industrial strategy built on four mutually reinforcing pillars:
- INNOVATE – Support European breakthrough research in advanced battery technologies while also investing in innovations.
- PRODUCE – Mobilise ramp-up and scale-up support across the European value chain.
- BUY – Boost demand for EU-made batteries through incentive frameworks.
- SECURE – Strengthen trade instruments to counter unfair competition or dumping practices, while strategically diversifying raw material sources in Europe.
These pillars are underpinned by the guiding principles of Scope, Scale, Speed, and Sustainability, forming a comprehensive framework to translate Europe’s ambition into enduring industrial strength.
“A Battery Deal for Europe provides the missing piece — a blueprint for coordination and implementation”, continued Stassin.
Commissioner for Climate, Net Zero and Clean Growth, Wopke Hoekstra joined the launch of “A Battery Deal for Europe” — a pivotal moment for Europe’s clean tech future: “Europe will be stepping up in the hugely strategic battery sector. We need to position Europe as a leader in battery production. We need to establish a full value chain within Europe, from raw material extraction to cell manufacturing and recycling. This is crucial for our continent’s climate, competitiveness and independence goals.”
About RECHARGE
RECHARGE is Europe’s industry association for advanced rechargeable and lithium batteries, representing a 360° value chain poised to tackle today’s & tomorrow’s challenges. We advocate for the sustainable development of an innovative and competitive rechargeable and lithium batteries value chain in Europe – a battery industry capable of taking Europe to climate-neutrality and industrial leadership.
Media Contact: Kinga Timaru-Kast, Public Affairs & Communications Director, ktimaru-Kast@rechargebatteries.org, +32 486 996 870
About BEPA
BEPA is the voice of European research and innovation across the battery value chain. We set the technological priorities, advocate for funding and financing policies, and foster collaboration, with the goal to accelerate research and innovation and its industrialisation for a competitive Europe.
Media Contact: Virginia Petetti, Communications Officer, v.petetti@bepassociation.eu, +39 39 222 01944
A Battery Deal for Europe campaign website: batterydeal.eu
Download A Battery Deal for Europe: batterydeal.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/A-Battery-Deal-for-Europe-document.pdf
Join our monthly lunch-time webinars and listen to 5 startups developing technologies and innovations in the battery space. Learn about their product(s), their needs, and explore new potential collaborations with key stakeholders evolving in the battery sector.
Whether you are a corporate shark looking for the next innovation to boost your products, an investor hungry for your next big opportunity, or a researcher curious about new developing technologies, join our Battery Startup Lunch to discover, exchange, and build.
This edition will see presentations from the following startups: E-magy, Solvionic, GES, Senkron and Novac.
Want to be informed of future editions? Send an email to Timothé Perruchoud at t.perruchoud@bepassociation.eu to be added to the invitees list.