Battery Innovation Programme: Battery skills initiatives

Innovate UK Business Connect
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Funding

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Location

England

Applications

Open until 18 June 2026

Overview

UK registered organisations can apply for up to £1.2 million per project through the Battery Innovation Programme. The money is for establishing or scaling regional skills initiatives for battery manufacturing and its supply chain. This could include training programmes, apprenticeships, or skills development centres. The deadline is 18 June 2026. You need to be a UK registered organisation to apply. The funding comes through Innovate UK Business Connect.

Eligibility

Who can apply:

limited companycharityacademicpublic sector

Key requirements:

  • Must be UK registered organisation
  • Must focus on battery manufacturing skills initiatives
Who is this for?

This grant is for UK registered organisations that want to create or expand skills training for battery manufacturing. This could include training providers, colleges, universities, or industry bodies. You must be registered in the UK to apply.

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UK registered organisations can apply for up to £1.2m per project to establish or scale regional skills initiatives for battery manufacturing and its supply chain. This funding is provided through the Battery Innovation Programme.

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Last updated: 19 May 2026