What is the UK battery strategy?

The government’s vision is for the UK to continue to grow a thriving battery innovation ecosystem and become a world leader in sustainable design, manufacture, and use. The strategy was developed with the UK battery strategy taskforce, drawing on the call for evidence and engagement with businesses and stakeholders.

What is the UK's 2030 battery strategy?

This strategy represents a whole of government effort, developed with business. The government’s 2030 vision is for the UK to have a globally competitive battery supply chain that supports economic prosperity and the net zero transition.

What is the government's battery strategy?

The Government plans to publish a clear battery strategy enabling a joined-up government-industry approach to delivering a battery ecosystem that unleashes economic prosperity, delivers on our net zero ambitions and ensures our access to technologies and applications that are vital to our security.

Do we need a battery strategy?

Stephen Phipson, chief executive of Make UK, said a battery strategy is welcome and much needed. “Having a joined-up battery plan in place will be critical for the UK economy to benefit fully from new technological opportunities going forward, and we must ensure that manufacturing involves the entire supply chain [],” he commented.

What does the UK government do for the battery industry?

The UK government remains resolute in its commitment to steer the battery sector towards sustainable growth, ensuring resilience and fostering an environment conducive to innovation, investment, and global leadership.

Will the government consider national security risks in the UK battery supply chain?

The government will properly consider the national security risks associated with investment into the UK battery supply chain, during their manufacture, development, and the ongoing operation of assets.