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I'm having the same problem. The cause of the nackered battery and dead alternator could be a faulty charge relay. Try replacing this and see if the light goes out..

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Q: 2000 Astra 1.7DTi Battery warning light is always on since I replaced a faulty Alternator. I've fitted a new drive belt and battery since and its still on. Any Ideas?
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