Grant
Innovation Fund - European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency
Supports small-scale clean tech projects that contribute to greenhouse gas emission reductions in energy-intensive industries.
💰 Funding
Up to €40,000,000 per project
📅 Deadline
Aug 5, 2025
📍 Location
Europe
🏛️ Source
European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency
Quick Facts
- Benefit type: Grant funding for innovative low-carbon technology projects.
- Funding range: Up to EUR 40,000,000 per project.
- Eligible scale: Capital expenditure between EUR 2.5 million and EUR 7.5 million.
- Geography: EU Member States plus select EEA countries (Iceland, Norway, Liechtenstein).
- Deadline: 2025-08-05.
Program Overview
The Innovation Fund is financed by EU Emissions Trading System revenues and supports the demonstration of innovative low-carbon technologies. Small-scale calls focus on projects that can deliver significant greenhouse gas emissions reductions and build European added value.
Focus Areas
Projects typically address one or more of the following:
- Energy-intensive industries.
- Renewable energy and energy storage.
- Net-zero mobility and buildings.
- Hydrogen.
- Carbon capture, use, and storage.
Eligibility and Fit
Your project should:
- Be located in an eligible European country.
- Demonstrate innovative, low-carbon technology.
- Fall within the small-scale capital expenditure range.
- Deliver measurable greenhouse gas emissions reductions.
How to Apply
- Track the current call or auction: Funding is awarded through competitive calls.
- Prepare a strong climate impact case: Quantify emissions reduction potential.
- Submit before the deadline: Follow the published call guidance and required documents.
- Use support resources if needed: The program provides guidance, info days, and tailored support.