Battery Council International

Website

www.batterycouncil.org

Services

In app support

Overview of Battery Council International (BCI)

Battery Council International (BCI) stands as the foremost trade association representing the North American battery industry. Dedicated to advancing the understanding and application of batteries, BCI plays a crucial role in educating the public on the essential function of energy storage in daily life and its significant potential for fostering a low-carbon future. The organization and its members are deeply committed to upholding safe and responsible battery manufacturing practices, while also championing the world's most successful circular economy model, particularly for lead-acid batteries.

BCI represents a dynamic and innovative industry that powers diverse aspects of modern life, ensuring a robust domestic supply chain and leading advancements in energy storage, recycling, and sustainability. The association provides extensive resources covering various battery chemistries, including lead, lithium, and flow batteries, detailing their applications, recycling processes, and technical specifications.

The organization actively engages in policy and initiatives, focusing on industry impact, community involvement, economic contributions, and robust sustainability and stewardship programs, including lifecycle assessments and material stewardship. BCI also addresses critical areas such as battery manufacturing, supply chain resilience, employee and environmental safety through various programs and training, and fostering innovation through research groups and public-private partnerships, including collaborations with the DOE. Through these efforts, BCI supports a wide array of essential applications, from automotive and industrial logistics to stationary energy storage solutions like microgrids, renewable energy integration, utility-grade systems, and critical infrastructure for telecom and data centers.

Locations

• Washington, District of Columbia
• Alexandria, Virginia