During the 2023 Raw Materials Week in Brussels, the EU-funded 'Materials for batteries' Cluster Hub held its annual meeting with 12 projects, focusing on innovations and challenges in battery materials. Nader Akil of PNO Innovation Belgium inaugurated the event, highlighting growing stakeholder interest. The gathering welcomed 4 new members, engaging nearly 100 organisations in discussions spanning raw materials research, industry roles, and sustainability. Interactive sessions explored EU policies and stakeholder perspectives, followed by insightful debates on industry challenges, social acceptance, and sustainability led by project representatives and experts in the field. Discover the proceedings article.