Wedoany.com Report on Mar 6th, Swedish company Altris and French enterprise Mecaware have been included in the 2026 European Innovation Council (EIC) Accelerator program to promote the sustainable development of battery technology. Altris focuses on the research and development of sodium-ion battery electrodes, while Mecaware is dedicated to critical metal recycling. Both companies have received funding support, aiming to strengthen the European battery value chain.

Altris develops safer and more sustainable large-scale energy storage batteries by replacing lithium and cobalt with sodium. This EIC Accelerator funding will help Altris enhance its production capacity and establish strategic partnerships with European battery manufacturers, accelerating the commercialization process of its sodium-ion battery technology. This technology helps reduce dependence on scarce resources and enhances the resilience of the battery supply chain.

Meanwhile, Mecaware's process efficiently recycles critical metals such as nickel, cobalt, and lithium, reducing import dependence and environmental impact. Its technology supports the establishment of a circular supply chain by extracting high-value materials from end-of-life batteries and production waste, thereby lowering the carbon footprint of battery production.

The support from the EIC Accelerator program enables Altris and Mecaware to scale up production, expand commercial partnerships, and strengthen local supply chains. The innovative efforts of both companies contribute to advancing Europe's circular, low-carbon industrial system, reflecting Europe's emphasis on breakthrough technology projects. These developments will provide crucial support for the autonomy and sustainability of Europe's battery industry.