Electric Drive Vehicle Battery Recycling And 2nd Life Apps

Agency: Department of Energy – Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy

 

Description:

Expands an existing program at the Department of Energy for research, development, and demonstration of electric vehicle battery recycling and second-life applications for vehicle batteries.

Bill Section:

40208

Potential Cost:     

$200,000,000

Timeline:

Available until expended

Implementation Status/Rulemaking:   

On May 2, 2022, DOE announced the availability of approximately $60 million in FY2022 funding for the Electric Drive Vehicle Battery Recycling and Second Life Applications Program: Source

On November 16, 2022, DOE awarded nearly $74 million to 10 projects: Source

On December 18, 2023, DOE announced the availability of approximately $37 million in FY2023 funding for the Electric Drive Vehicle Battery Recycling and Second Life Applications Program. Applications are due April 19, 2024: Source