France 2030 commits over €5 billion to the EV and battery sector — the second-largest single sector allocation after health and hydrogen. When combined with IPCEI battery state aid, regional grants, and private co-investment, total committed investment in French EV and battery manufacturing exceeds €15 billion. This tracker consolidates the full public support landscape.

France 2030 Direct Allocations

IPCEI Batteries: The European Layer

France participates in two IPCEI battery programs:

IPCEI Batteries I (approved December 2019): France’s first IPCEI battery allocation supported early-stage technology development. French participants included early ACC development work and several technology research programs.

IPCEI Batteries II (approved January 2021): A larger, more comprehensive program. French participants include ACC (Billy-Berclau gigafactory), Verkor (Dunkirk gigafactory), Saft (TotalEnergies subsidiary for specialized high-performance cells), Renault Group (EV platform development), Stellantis (battery integration), and supply chain companies.

Total French IPCEI Batteries I and II allocation: approximately €2.9 billion in state aid over the program period.

Company-Level Public Support Summary

Note: Figures are approximate and represent committed amounts over the full program period; not all is disbursed simultaneously.

Key Competitions and Programs

Appels à Projets Gigafactories: SGPI-administered competition that funded ACC and Verkor gigafactory grants. This competition is substantially concluded for the first generation of French gigafactories; any future calls would address next-generation facilities or technology upgrades.

Appels à Projets Batteries et Véhicules Électriques: ADEME’s broader battery technology competition, covering components, systems, charging, and recycling. Multiple waves with different thematic focuses.

ADVENIR (Acceleration of EV Charging Infrastructure): Bpifrance-administered program providing grants for public EV charging installation:

• €400-4,000 per point for AC charging (depending on location type)
• €5,000-30,000+ for DC fast charging
• Open to CPOs, municipalities, businesses, and housing associations
• Budget: €300 million (Phase 1 + Phase 2 combined)

Bonus Écologique: Consumer EV purchase subsidy — not France 2030 per se but a critical demand creation mechanism:

• Up to €5,000 for income-eligible buyers of qualifying EVs
• EU content requirements mean qualifying vehicles must have significant European manufacturing content
• Social leasing program: €100/month leasing for qualifying income groups (2024 pilot)

Recycling R&D Competitions: ADEME administers competitions for battery recycling technology including hydrometallurgical processes, second-life applications, and collection logistics. Grant sizes typically €2-15 million per project.

How to Apply

For gigafactory or major industrial investment: The window for France 2030 gigafactory grants is largely closed for the first wave. Companies planning next-generation facilities should engage SGPI and ADEME early for discussion of potential future competitions.

For component and materials manufacturing: ADEME’s Appels à Projets for battery supply chain are the primary mechanism. Pre-application consultation with ADEME’s transport division is strongly recommended. Bpifrance’s innovation loans and guarantees complement grants.

For charging infrastructure: ADVENIR remains open for applications. Contact Bpifrance’s mobility team or apply directly through the ADVENIR portal.

For R&D and technology development: ANR’s transport research programs and ADEME’s recycling competitions provide funding for TRL 3-6 research. Companies should also engage with CEA’s LITEN laboratory for potential co-research arrangements.

For startups: Bpifrance’s deep-tech investment arm provides equity for battery technology startups. The French Tech label provides access to ecosystem support. Station F hosts automotive and mobility startups with connections to corporate R&D programs.

Regional Support Layers

Each of France’s major EV and battery regions provides additional co-financing:

Hauts-de-France (Battery Valley): NFID (Nord France Invest) coordinates industrial site development, pre-permitting support, and regional grant co-financing. The region has been France’s most aggressive competitor for large industrial investment.

Bourgogne-Franche-Comté (Sochaux): Regional support for Peugeot/Stellantis factory modernization.

Normandie: Regional support for Renault and EV supply chain companies.

Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes (Grenoble): Regional support for Verkor R&D center and battery technology startups.

European Co-Financing

Battery projects may also access:

• Innovation Fund: EU carbon market revenue funding for innovation in industrial decarbonization, including battery manufacturing
• European Investment Bank: Project finance for qualifying industrial investments
• Horizon Europe: Research funding for battery science and engineering through Clean Hydrogen and Battery partnerships

Related Content

• France 2030 EV Strategy — Full sector hub
• Battery Gigafactories France — Main investment focus
• ACC Automotive Cells — Largest IPCEI recipient
• Verkor Dunkirk — Startup gigafactory
• EV Charging Infrastructure — ADVENIR program
• How to Get France 2030 Funding — General application guide