Battery Breakthrough Initiative

About this grant

This program provides funding to projects that contribute to enhancing Australia's battery manufacturing capability and commercialise battery manufacturing processes.

Eligibility requirements

All of the following criteria must be met:

• The applicant must:
• Hold an australian business number (abn)
• Be an incorporated australian entity, a corporate commonwealth entity or a body corporate established under a relevant law, or an australian local government or organisation purposed with representing such an entity.
• An eligible project must:
• Primarily take place in australia
• Relate to the manufacturing of electrochemical batteries where the relevant technology is at a technology readiness level (trl) 6 or higher
• Meet any other specified requirements.
• Batterybreakthrough@arena.gov.au
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What the funding covers

• Funding varies.

How to apply

1. 1Confirm readiness: Ensure you meet criteria (e.g., ABN, turnover limits, GST registration), align project objectives with grant goals, and estimate time for evidence gathering and writing.
2. 2Gather evidence: Collect documents like financials, business plans, market research, project budgets, resumes, risk analysis, and support letters to prove capability and impact.
3. 3Register/log in: Obtain an Australian Business Number (ABN) if needed, sign into the relevant portal (e.g., Business Grants Hub portal), and note any prerequisites like advisory service reports.
4. 4Prepare and write application: Address all selection criteria clearly (project details, government alignment, costs, outcomes, benefits); keep concise, factual, and compelling; validate for completeness.
5. 5Review, approve, and submit: Proofread, get stakeholder sign-off, submit online via the portal before deadline (no late entries); expect eligibility check, merit assessment, and outcome notification.
6. 6Visit https://business.gov.au/grants-and-programs/battery-breakthrough-initiative for application details

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