Novel approaches towards next-generation battery concepts, leveraging the enabling role of innovative advanced materials (BATT4EU and IAM4EU Partnerships)
EU-wide R&D call for the development of innovative battery materials and concepts with a focus on sustainability, performance, and cost efficiency. Two-phase procedure: submission deadlines 14.04.2027 and 07.10.2027; start 15.12.2026.
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Grant criteria
Funding objective
Funding of research and development projects for the development of novel battery chemistries and materials for applications in electromobility, aviation, and stationary energy storage. The goal is the scaling of sustainable, safe, and cost-efficient battery systems incorporating advanced materials.
Eligible expenses
- Personnel expenses
- Material costs
- Subcontractor services
- Travel expenses
Non-eligible expenses
- Acquisition of real estate
- Costs for renting office space
- Interest and external capital costs
Eligible to apply
- Educational Institutions
- Companies
- Public Institutions
- Non-profit Organizations
Funding requirements
- Eligible countries: EU Member States and Horizon Europe Associated Countries
- Consortium of at least three independent legal entities from three different countries
- Exclusion of entities subject to EU sanctions regime
Documents required for application
- Application form (Part A and B)
- Detailed budget table
- Statement on ethics and safety
- Curricula vitae of key personnel
Evaluation criteria
- Innovative content of the project
- Relevance and impact for the European energy strategy
- Quality and efficiency of implementation
Description
The EU-funded call “Novel approaches towards next-generation battery concepts” targets consortia composed of at least three independent legal entities from three different EU Member States or associated Horizon Europe countries. Educational institutions, companies of all sizes, public bodies, and non-profit organizations can receive 100% of eligible costs as a grant. The objective is the research and development of novel battery materials and chemistries for electromobility, aviation, and stationary energy storage. Innovative approaches in three application areas are expected to go beyond the state of the art: low-cost lithium-/sodium-ion batteries (main component costs < €35/kWh), high-performance batteries with energy densities > 500 Wh/kg, and durable concepts for grid or industrial applications (system costs < €50/kWh). Consortia must demonstrate their expertise, a convincing risk management plan, and a strategy for Safe and Sustainable by Design. Eligible expenses include personnel and material costs, subcontracting services, and travel expenses; real estate costs, rents, and external financing are excluded. The maximum funding amount is €4.8 million per project.
The two-stage submission process begins with a short proposal by 14 April 2027, followed by full proposal submission by 7 October 2027. Project start is from 15 December 2026. Consortia must submit project plans, budget tables, ethics and safety documentation, as well as CVs of key personnel. Evaluation will be conducted blindly based on the criteria of Excellence, Impact, and Quality of Implementation. A total of €48 million is available for approximately ten projects. Research institutes, universities, and industry partners aiming to scale sustainable, safe, and cost-efficient battery systems based on advanced materials will find a unique opportunity here to actively shape European energy transition goals.
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