BCI Membership

Battery Council International is a not-for-profit trade association established to promote the interests of the battery manufacturing and recycling industry. As the industry’s principal association, BCI’s member services have a global impact.

Member Benefits

BCI members are engaged in every facet of the industry: from battery manufacturers and recyclers, to marketers and retailers, to suppliers of raw materials and equipment and expert consultants. Through advocacy, communications, education, collaboration and research, BCI supports the growth and success of our member companies and their employees. These operations have traditionally focused on lead batteries, but increasingly include flow batteries, sodium batteries, lithium-ion batteries and other emerging chemistries.

Become an integral part of the vibrant and essential world of battery manufacturing and recycling by joining Battery Council International (BCI). With a century of unparalleled industry leadership, BCI stands as the beacon promoting the interests of the battery manufacturing and recycling sectors into a sustainable and innovative tomorrow.

Download the BCI Membership Prospectus for an in-depth look at BCI member programming.

Advocate for the Industry

BCI is dedicated to informing lawmakers of key issues that impact the future of the battery industry. BCI regularly represents members on issues with the potential to affect battery manufacturers and recyclers at the local and state levels. In addition, BCI represents the industry before the U.S. Congress and federal and state regulatory bodies. BCI defends the industry’s record of safety and sustainability from multiple fronts, and promotes the industry’s rich history of supporting safe and effective battery collection and recycling. Learn more about BCI’s current advocacy initiatives here.

Keeping the Industry Informed

With the assistance of BCI committee members, BCI publishes books and manuals that are critical for individuals in the industry. BCI members receive discounts to these industry publications:

Educating the Public

BCI is committed to informing both consumers and industry professionals of the safety, essentiality and sustainability of the battery industry. Additionally, BCI gathers and reports industry statistics that reflect the vibrant state of the industry and its tremendous economic impact.

Powering Your Business

As a BCI member, you’ll have access to these exclusive benefits and services. Join today to start investing in your business and the industry as a whole.

There's a lot of room for growth in ... lead battery chemistry ... it's something that would really make it even more competitive for things like stationary storage.

Dr. Tim Fister, Materials Scientist, Argonne National Laboratory