Battery Breakthrough Initiative

Overview

The Battery Breakthrough Initiative (BBI) was announced as part of the Future Made in Australia (FMA) policy agenda of the Australian Government. Central to the National Battery Strategy, the program has been designed in consultation with the Department of Industry, Science and Resources (DISR) and a broad range of stakeholders. Funding provided through BBI may include capital grants, production incentives or other payments deemed appropriate by ARENA for the project. ARENA may take a portfolio approach to selecting Projects for funding, giving consideration to how a Project will contribute to the Program Outcomes either uniquely or as part of a suite of complementary ARENA activities. BBI is an open, merit-based program which will remain open until funds are exhausted or otherwise terminated or extended by ARENA. The program’s objective is to fund projects that contribute to one or more of the following program outcomes: Enhance Australia’s battery manufacturing capability to improve supply chain resilience and support emissions reduction Commercialise battery manufacturing processes and technologies that can contribute to emissions reduction. Applicants should review the key documents before submitting an application for the program and are strongly encouraged to contact ARENA before submitting an application. ARENA can provide guidance on the suitability of the Project against the Program Guidelines and Focus Areas. The three BBI Focus Areas are: Active materials Battery Cell Manufacturing Battery Pack Assembly