Development of sustainable and design-to-cost batteries with (energy-)efficient manufacturing processes and based on advanced and safer materials (Batt4EU Partnership)

This funding program targets entities engaged in cutting-edge battery research and development, aiming to foster innovation across the European battery value chain. The primary objective is to enhance electric mobility by developing sustainable and cost-efficient batteries using advanced and safer materials, while significantly reducing reliance on Critical Raw Materials (CRMs). The program specifically seeks to improve adaptation and flexibility in advanced and sustainable battery production processes and to integrate design-to-circularity strategies.

The program funds innovation actions focused on sustainable and design-to-cost batteries, specifically targeting advanced and safer materials and energy-efficient manufacturing processes. Supported projects should contribute to improving electric mobility affordability, enhancing the European battery value chain's competitiveness, and advancing circularity strategies.

The program provides grant funding for Innovation Actions, with a significant budget allocated to support projects developing sustainable and cost-efficient battery technologies. The maximum funding per project for this specific topic is 8,000,000 €.

Applicants must adhere to general conditions outlined in the Horizon Europe Work Programme General Annexes for admissibility, eligibility, financial capacity, and evaluation. Projects are required to be undertaken by a consortium, involve collaboration with a Coordination and Support Action, and prioritize the use of EU materials and equipment. Furthermore, principles of Safe and Sustainable by Design (SSbD) should be integrated into proposals.

The application process is a single-stage submission via the Funding & Tenders Portal, following the detailed guidelines in the Horizon Europe Work Programme General Annexes. Evaluation criteria focus on excellence, impact, and quality of implementation.

This program operates under the comprehensive legal framework of Horizon Europe, established by specific EU regulations and decisions, and further governed by the detailed Work Programme General Annexes and the EU Financial Regulation. These foundational documents ensure legitimacy, operational guidelines, and financial oversight.