U.S.-Made Batteries Can Help Power America’s AI...
Roger Miksad, President & Executive Director of Battery Council International (BCI), discusses AI. Artificial intelligence is...
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March 10, 2026
Batteries Put the Power in Our Lives
From vehicles to renewable energy and backup power, batteries are essential to modern life. Battery Council International (BCI) represents a sustainable, innovative industry that powers daily life, supports a strong domestic supply chain, and leads the way in energy storage, recycling, and a low-carbon future.
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Why battery companies rank among the best places to...
BCI members win regular recognition for efforts to support employees and their communities
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February 19, 2026
Lead Battery 360° adds new sites, increasing program...
Lead Battery 360° has welcomed Acumuladores Moura in Brazil and Nyrstar Stolberg in Germany as two new participating sites,...
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February 10, 2026
Introducing Sir Chargewell, your guide to National...
Hosted by Battery Council International, the longest-running battery event in the world will celebrate more than a century of...
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February 4, 2026
BCI joins global battery industry in supporting...
Battery Council International (BCI) joins the International Lead Association (ILA) and the worldwide battery industry in condemning...
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February 2, 2026
Battery industry’s premier event will rock...
Hosted by Battery Council International, the longest-running battery event in the world will celebrate more than a century of...
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January 21, 2026
North American Supply
Chain Footprint
Discover the facilities that power North America’s battery infrastructure. The BCI Interactive Member Map highlights the network of manufacturers, recyclers, and suppliers that form the backbone of North America’s energy storage manufacturing and recycling capabilities.
Essential Applications Powered
by Batteries
Batteries support a vast array of applications, from small-scale power storage and transportation to industrial operations and large grid-scale power systems. They are essential in powering everything from golf carts to microgrids, driving efficiency, innovation, and sustainability across industries.
U.S.’ Most Recycled Consumer
Product Maintains 99% Recycling Rate
BCI’s National Recycling Rate Study confirms that the U.S. lead battery industry continues its outstanding recycling rate of 99% — the highest of any consumer product in the U.S. Lead batteries are the gold standard in how to create a highly successful, closed-loop, domestic circular economy.
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By connecting key stakeholders at domestic manufacturers with the world-class research capabilities at our national labs and the Department of Energy, we can accelerate research timelines and commercialize new products efficiently and cost-effectively.