Question 1

What EU grants are available for the Construction sector?

Accepted Answer

The European Commission offers a wide range of funding opportunities specifically designed for the Construction sector. These include grants through Horizon Europe (the EU's flagship research and innovation programme with a budget of €95.5 billion), the European Innovation Council (EIC) which provides funding for breakthrough innovations, and various sector-specific initiatives. Funding types range from Research and Innovation Actions (RIA) with 100% funding rates, to Innovation Actions (IA) with 70% funding for companies, and Coordination and Support Actions (CSA) for networking and coordination activities. Our database helps you find grants that match your organization's specific needs, project stage, and funding requirements.

Question 2

How do I apply for Construction grants from the EU?

Accepted Answer

Applying for EU grants in the Construction sector involves several key steps. First, use Grantalist to identify suitable open calls that match your project idea and organization type. Next, carefully review the call documentation, including eligibility criteria, evaluation criteria, and the work programme. Most EU grants require you to form a consortium with partners from at least 3 different EU member states or associated countries. Once ready, you'll submit your proposal through the EU Funding & Tenders Portal, which includes a detailed description of your project, work packages, budget breakdown, and impact assessment. The evaluation process typically takes 3-5 months, after which successful applicants enter grant agreement preparation. We recommend starting your application at least 2-3 months before the deadline.

Question 3

What is the typical funding amount for Construction EU grants?

Accepted Answer

EU grants for the Construction sector offer diverse funding levels depending on the programme and action type. Small-scale grants through programmes like EIC Accelerator can start from €500,000 up to €2.5 million in grant funding, plus up to €15 million in equity investment. Collaborative research projects under Horizon Europe typically range from €3 million to €10 million for standard projects, while some large-scale flagship initiatives can exceed €20 million. SMEs and startups often benefit from higher funding rates (up to 70% for Innovation Actions compared to large companies) and access to specialized instruments. The exact amount depends on the specific call topic, project scope, consortium size, and type of activities proposed.

Question 4

Who is eligible for Construction EU grants?

Accepted Answer

Eligibility for Construction EU grants extends to a wide range of organizations. Legal entities from EU member states and associated countries (including the UK for some programmes, Norway, Switzerland, and others) are typically eligible. This includes universities and research institutions, large enterprises and multinational corporations, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with fewer than 250 employees, startups and scale-ups, public bodies and NGOs, and international organizations. Some calls specifically target certain organization types, such as SME-only calls or academic-focused research grants. Third-country participation is possible in many programmes, though often without EU funding.

EU Grants for Construction

Cybersecure tools, technologies and services relying on AI

Coordinated preparedness testing and other preparedness actions

Empowering Truck Drivers – Revolutionizing European Logistics

Integration of Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) algorithms into high-level protocols

Generative AI for Cybersecurity applications

Security evaluations of Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) primitives

Privacy Enhancing Technologies

Open topic for role of the human factor for the resilience of critical infrastructures

Open topic on efficient border surveillance and maritime security

Fostering and maintaining the social fabric for the green transition in neighbourhoods

Open topic for improved preparedness for, response to and recovery from large-scale disruptions of critical infrastructures

Humanitarian demining / Unexploded Ordnance Disposal (UXO) of civil areas and unexploded ordnance risk education

The impact of common space on neighbourhood communities

Data repository for security research and innovation

Uptake Acceleration Services

Accelerating uptake through open proposals for advanced SME innovation

Bio-fabricated materials for sustainable and beautiful construction

Open grounds for pre-commercial procurement of innovative security technologies

Advancing autonomous systems and robotics for high-risk disaster response, strengthening disaster resilience in conflict-afflicted crisis zones

National Contact Points (NCPs) in the field of security and cybersecurity fostering the links with National Community building for Safe, Secure and Resilient Societies

Applying regenerative design to the built environment in neighbourhoods

Open topic on testing / validating tools, technologies and data used in cross-border prevention, preparedness and responses to climate extreme and geological events and chemical, biological or radiological emergency threats

Beautiful, sustainable and inclusive street furniture for the transformation of neighbourhoods

Sufficiency measures in the built environment

Renovating the built environment through design for adaptability and disassembly.

Network of neighbourhoods for innovative policies on gentrification

Bottom-up social entrepreneurship for the co-creation of neighbourhoods in line with the New European Bauhaus

Reverse local construction supply chains for the beautiful re-assembly of reclaimed construction products

Security of implementations of Post-Quantum Cryptography algorithms

New advanced tools and processes for Operational Cybersecurity

Frequently Asked Questions About Construction EU Grants