Novel routes to green hydrogen production
HORIZON EIC Grants
Basic Information
- Identifier
- HORIZON-EIC-2021-PATHFINDERCHALLENGES-01-04
- Programme
- EIC Pathfinder Challenges 2021
- Programme Period
- 2021 - 2027
- Status
- Closed (31094503)
- Opening Date
- June 15, 2021
- Deadline
- October 27, 2021
- Deadline Model
- single-stage
- Budget
- €132,000,000
- Keywords
- Incremental innovationChemical engineering (plants, products)PhotochemistryRegulatory and StandardizationBiofuelsSystems engineering, sensorics, actorics, automatiBioethanolData marketsChemical sciencesMarket-creating innovationBioproducts (products that are manufactured usingPhysical chemistryBTT1 New materialsSustainable innovationDesign innovationBiomassFuel Production & DistributionCompetitiveness, innovation, research and developmChemical engineering, technical chemistryBioprocessing technologies (industrial processes rWaste biotreatmentKnowledge-based EngineeringTechnology transferWaste managementPatentsEnergy efficient industryBioenergyMaterials engineeringMaterials engineering (biomaterials, metals, ceramBiological sciencesEconomics of innovationCoating and filmsIPR managementElectrical and electronic engineering: semiconductEnvironmental biotechnology, bioremediation, biodeCircular economyOrganometallic chemistryLogistics, supply chain management, operational reMicro (system) engineeringProcess innovationElectrical engineering, Electronic engineering, InTechnology implementationElectrical and electronic engineeringHTT Heat TransferRenewable energy sourcesMaterials & ProcessesThermodynamicsRenewable electricityCompetitor analysisDecarbonisationLiquid biofuelsChemicalInvestment readinessSpin-off companiesTrademarksCertification, Verification, Validation, TechnicalLiquid Biofuels marketsBio-based products (products that are manufacturedTransport biofuelsComputational ChemistryApplied biotechnology (non-medical), bioreactors,Risk analysisInnovation managementMarket researchChemical process engineeringEntrepreneurshipEnergy storage technologiesCopyrightsIndustrial bioengineeringChemical engineeringElectricityIndustrial processesEnvironmental biotechnologyAlternative fuels and (transport) infrastructureTechnology evaluationLiquefied Natural Gas (LNG)Electricity storageLicensingHydrogenMarket studiesMaterial scienceExploitation of resultsWastewater treatmentCost estimation / analysisPhysical chemistry of biological systemsFeasibility analysisFuel cell technologySimulation engineering and modellingFinanceNovel MaterialsRegulatory framework for innovationEnergy storageNano-processes (applications on nano-scale)BiochemistryEnergy systems (production, distribution, applicatDisruptive innovationEnergyIndustrial applicationsEnvironmental and Green TechnologiesRenewable energy sources - generalWastewater managementEcodesign, Life Cycle AnalysisNanochemistrySustainable transportPublic sector innovationNanotechnology, nano-materials, nano engineeringEnergy systems, smart energy, smart grids, wirelesBusiness analysisCross-sectoral interdependencies modellingIndustrial biofuel production
Description
The development of efficient, sustainable and flexible energy systems is a key challenge for Europe’s energy decarbonisation and a corner stone of Europe’s 2050 climate-neutrality goal, set out in the European Green Deal. To achieve such viable energy system, a particular support should be given to solutions aimed at increasing lifetime and decrease the cost of the overall system. In this context, Hydrogen (H2) has the potential to contribute to the above mentioned objectives.Currently H2 is largely produced from fossil fuels, commonly referred to as grey H2, or promising but still expensive blue H2 options, combining methane-to- H2 with carbon capture and storage, or renewable H2 pathways (green H2), entirely based on renewable electricity. Referring to green H2 production, the state of art technology is based on water electrolysis, with costs still higher than grey H2 and production processes affected by the use of critical raw materials.
This Pathfinder Challenge aims at developing novel processes and technologies to produce green H2, at different scales (from small to large) and capturing cross sectorial coupling and system integration opportunities, entirely based on (i) renewable sources and (ii) non-toxic, non-critical raw materials. It focuses on the potentials of new biological, chemical, and physical routes for green H2 production which could also facilitate the implementation of the circular economy principles, possibly including the co-production of decarbonised chemicals. The specific target is to support the development of innovative technologies and platforms for green H2 production, including both centralised and/or on-demand generation (i.e. at the premises of the end users and for onsite consumption). Reaching these objectives requires multidisciplinary competencies and cross sectorial approaches addressing also environmental, industrial and logistic issues.
Specific conditions for this challenge
In order to apply, your proposal should develop a proof of concept or lab-scale validated innovative green H2 production technology by biological, chemical or physical routes without the deployment of fossil fuels, potentially including the use of salt or waste water, air moisture, biomass or recycled by-products, or the co-production of decarbonised chemicals.
Projects with multidisciplinary and cross sectorial approaches, looking for inspiration, ideas and knowledge in disciplines that are typically not in this kind of research, are particularly welcome. Projects are strongly encouraged to consider the recovery and recycling of by-products and wastes (circular approach), as well as the use of abundant natural resources. The safe and sustainable use of non-critical raw materials is mandatory and the projects should include a full life cycle analysis of the proposed solutions and their impact on Europe’s decarbonisation goals.
For more details, see the EIC Work Programme 2021 and the relevant Challenge Guide.
Eligibility & Conditions
General conditions
1. Admissibility conditions:
In order to apply, your proposal must meet the general as well as possible specific eligibility requirements for this Challenge (Please see TOPIC DESCRIPTION above).
This Pathfinder Challenge supports collaborative research and innovation from consortia or applications from single legal entities. In case of a consortium your proposal must be submitted by the coordinator on behalf of the consortium that includes at least two independent legal entities. Consortia of two must have independent legal entities from two different Member States or Associated Countries. Consortia of three or above follow standard rules i.e. at least one legal entity must be from a Member State.The legal entities may for example be universities, research organisations, SMEs, start-ups, natural persons. In the case of monobeneficiary projects, mid-caps and larger companies will not be permitted.
Your proposal will only be evaluated if it is admissible and eligible. The standard admissibility and eligibility conditions are detailed in Annex 2 and the eligibility of applicants from third countries in Annex 3 of the EIC Work Programme 2021.
2. Proposal page limits and layout:
Described in Part B of the Application Form available in the Submission System.
Sections 1 to 3 of the part B of your proposal, corresponding respectively to the evaluation criteria Excellence, Impact, and Quality and Efficiency of the Implementation, must consist of a maximum of 25 A4 pages. Excess pages will be automatically made invisible, and will not be taken into consideration by the evaluators. Please also consult Annex 2 of the EIC Work Programme 2021.
3. Financial and operational capacity and exclusion:
Described in Annex 2 of the EIC Work Programme 2021.
4. Evaluation and award:
- Submission and evaluation processes: described in Section III.1 of the EIC Work Programme 2021 and the Online Manual.
- Award criteria, scoring and thresholds: described in Section III.1 of the EIC Work Programme 2021.
- Indicative timeline for evaluation and grant agreement: described in Section III.1 of the EIC Work Programme 2021.
You will be informed about the outcome of the evaluation within 5 months from the call deadline (indicative), and, if your proposal is accepted for funding, your grant agreement will be signed by 8 months after call deadline (indicative).
5. Legal and financial set-up of the grants:
Please refer to the Model Grant Agreement (MGA) used for EIC actions under Horizon Europe
Standard Application Form (EIC Pathfinder Challenges 2021)
Model Grant Agreement (MGA) used for EIC actions under Horizon Europe
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EU Financial Regulation 2018/1046
Rules for Legal Entity Validation, LEAR Appointment and Financial Capacity Assessment
Funding & Tenders Portal Online Manual
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