Cross-Sector Battery Systems Innovation Network
The Cross-Sector Battery Systems Innovation Network, co-founded by Innovate UK and the Faraday Battery Challenge, is a cross-sectoral and collaborative community of technology developers and end-users.
About the Network
As the UK moves towards its Net Zero goals, developing and future-proofing battery systems could be one of the solutions to this global challenge.
Co-funded by Innovate UK and the Faraday Battery Challenge, the Cross-Sector Battery Systems (CSBS) Innovation Network aims to:
- Create an open and collaborative cross-sectoral community for researchers and innovators in battery manufacturing (including next generation batteries), the related supply chain and end-users.
- Open new markets for the battery industry, by introducing this community to new sectors, thus supporting the growth of UK economy.
- Promote innovation in batteries by identifying technical gaps for their introduction to various sectors.
- Help decarbonise a wide range of end-users from rail, maritime, aviation, construction etc. by enabling the adoption of batteries, thus supporting the Net Zero agenda.
The Cross-Sector Battery Systems Innovation Network is uniquely placed to link the battery supply chain with a broad set of diverse sectors.
Focus Sectors
Aerospace
Automotive
Defence
Maritime
Rail
Stationary Storage
Cross-Sector Battery Systems Innovation Hub
This online platform is a great tool that facilitates networking and collaboration between UK Battery systems users and supply chain partners. Registering as a member, you will be able to post and view battery-related solutions and challenges as well as request to be connected with relevant stakeholders who could benefit your organisation.
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The Battery Systems Landscape Map
The three segments of our landscape map feature a wide range of organisations from across the UK battery supply chain, showcasing facilities that offer various third-party commercial battery testing services and displaying UK publicly funded projects and EU facilities. Add your organisation, access the map and join the community, and help grow our community.
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The Battery Caffè Podcast Series
We understand that innovation is fast-paced and it is sometimes hard to stay up-to-date with the latest news in your sector. In order to make things easier for you, we have developed a series of 10 short interviews with experts in batteries and supporting sectors.
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Testimonial
“The Faraday Battery Challenge has provided significant support to the Cross Sector Battery Systems (CSBS) team, enabling us to meet our goals for a better-connected industry. Focussed on the electrification of automotive, with the CSBS acting as a hub for electrification of other industries, we have seen some significant advancements with Gigafactory announcements through to innovations in new technologies. From these green shoots, the UK is well positioned to grow a substantial presence in electrification.”
— Kevin Brundish, Strategy Director of AMTE Power, and Chair of the CSBS Innovation Network
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Related Opportunities
Contracts for Innovation: Clean Energy Demonstrators in Tanzania
Opens: 11/11/2024 Closes: 17/01/2025
Organisations can apply for a share of up to £1.8m to develop innovative clean energy demonstrators in Tanzania.
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Unlocking the value chain of EVs and micromobility in India
Opens: 24/10/2024 Closes: 24/11/2024
SMEs are invited to offer solutions to e-mobility and micro-mobility challenges in India, visiting the Global Start-up Summit in Chennai.
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Launchpad: net zero industry, South West Wales – Rd 2 MFA
Opens: 04/11/2024 Closes: 11/12/2024
UK registered businesses can apply for a share of up to £1 million for projects that grow their innovation activities in the net zero industrial cluster in South West Wales. This funding is from Innovate UK.
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Contracts for Innovation: NI Water: Green Capacity Market Services
Opens: 04/11/2024 Closes: 22/11/2024
NI Water seeks to plan, investigate and develop solutions for the future of its c. 300 diesel generators which are critical for the delivery of water and wastewater services.
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DASA and Atomic Weapons Establishment challenges: Advanced Electronics and Electromechanical Devices
Opens: 14/10/2024 Closes: 10/12/2024
DASA, in conjunction with AWE, is seeking innovative ideas to approach four challenge areas in electronics.
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National Home Decarbonisation Group: Big Retrofit Challenge
Opens: 18/10/2024 Closes: 28/11/2024
The ‘Big Retrofit Challenge’ is a bold new competition aimed at unearthing game-changing solutions in home decarbonisation.
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Related Events and Recordings
Related News
03/09/2024
Cohort announcement for the Faraday Battery Challenge Investment Readiness Programme 2024
Running for the fourth consecutive year, the Faraday Battery Challenge Investment Readiness Programme is going stronger than ever.
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03/07/2023
The 2035 UK Battery Recycling Industry Vision
The Cross-Sector Battery Systems Innovation Network has developed a 2035 UK Battery Recycling Industry Vision through an infographic and its supportive report to outline how the industry can continue to grow and become more sustainable in the future.
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