EU Grants for Energy

Discover EU funding opportunities and grant programmes for the energy sector. Browse open and forthcoming calls from Horizon Europe and other European Commission initiatives.

Showing 30 of 78 grant calls

Open

Innovative pathways for low carbon and climate resilient building stock and built environment (Built4People Partnership)

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€15 000 000
Deadline:February 17, 2026
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Innovative tools and services to manage and empower energy communities

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€15 000 000
Deadline:February 17, 2026
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Innovative solutions for a generative AI-powered digital spine of the EU energy system

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€15 000 000
Deadline:February 17, 2026
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Smarter buildings as part of the energy system for increased efficiency and flexibility – Societal Readiness Pilot

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€15 000 000
Deadline:February 17, 2026
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Optimal combination of low embodied carbon construction products, technical building systems and circularity principles for climate neutral buildings (Built4People Partnership)

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€15 000 000
Deadline:February 17, 2026
Open

Improved reliability and optimised operations and maintenance for wind energy systems

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€15 000 000
Deadline:February 17, 2026
Open

Innovative approaches for the deployment of Positive Energy Districts

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€15 000 000
Deadline:February 17, 2026
Open

De-risking wave energy technology development through transnational pre-commercial procurement of wave energy research and development

HORIZON Pre-commercial Procurement

Budget:€15 000 000
Deadline:February 17, 2026
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Extending the lifetime of crystalline silicon PV modules (EUPI-PV Partnership)

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€15 000 000
Deadline:February 17, 2026
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Towards commercialisation of Perovskite PV and development of dedicated manufacturing equipment (EUPI-PV Partnership)

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€15 000 000
Deadline:February 17, 2026
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Development of innovative solutions strengthening the security of renewable energy value chains

HORIZON Coordination and Support Actions

Budget:€15 000 000
Deadline:February 17, 2026
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Phase out fossil fuel in energy intensive industries through the efficient integration of renewable energy sources

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€15 000 000
Deadline:February 17, 2026
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Underground Thermal Energy Storage in dense urban areas

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€15 000 000
Deadline:February 17, 2026
Open

New CO2 capture technologies

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€15 000 000
Deadline:February 17, 2026
Open

Space Data Economy

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€5 000 000
Deadline:February 24, 2026
Forthcoming

Secretariat of the European Connected and Autonomous Vehicle Alliance

DIGITAL Coordination and Support Actions

Budget:€5 000 000
Deadline:March 3, 2026
Forthcoming

Consolidation of the Network of European Digital Innovation Hubs (EDIHs with reinforced AI focus)

DIGITAL Simple Grants

Budget:€79 200 000
Deadline:March 3, 2026
Forthcoming

Data Space for Manufacturing

Digital SME Support Actions

Budget:€9 000 000
Deadline:March 3, 2026
Open

SOFT Innovation Prize 2026

EURATOM Prizes

Budget:€100 000
Deadline:March 3, 2026
Forthcoming

Completion of the initial Network of European Digital Innovation Hubs

DIGITAL Simple Grants

Budget:€8 000 000
Deadline:March 3, 2026
Forthcoming

ELEVATE: European League of Advanced Digital Skills Academies

DIGITAL Coordination and Support Actions

Budget:€7 200 000
Deadline:March 3, 2026
Open

Regional Cable Hubs

DIGITAL JU Simple Grants

Budget:€15 000 000
Deadline:March 31, 2026
Open

Coordinated preparedness testing and other preparedness actions

DIGITAL JU Simple Grants

Budget:€15 000 000
Deadline:March 31, 2026
Open

Cybersecure tools, technologies and services relying on AI

DIGITAL JU Simple Grants

Budget:€15 000 000
Deadline:March 31, 2026
Open

Uptake of innovative cybersecurity solutions for SMEs

DIGITAL JU SME Support Actions

Budget:€15 000 000
Deadline:March 31, 2026
Closed

Empowering Truck Drivers – Revolutionizing European Logistics

PPPA Project Grants

Budget:€600 000
Deadline:November 4, 2025
Closed

Security evaluations of Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) primitives

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€40 000 000
Deadline:November 12, 2025
Closed

Network of neighbourhoods for innovative policies on gentrification

HORIZON Coordination and Support Actions

Budget:€12 000 000
Deadline:November 12, 2025
Closed

Applying regenerative design to the built environment in neighbourhoods

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€12 000 000
Deadline:November 12, 2025
Closed

Open topic on Improving disaster risk management and governance to ensure self-sufficiency and sustainability of operations in support of enhanced resilience

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€6 000 000
Deadline:November 12, 2025

Frequently Asked Questions About Energy EU Grants

The European Commission offers a wide range of funding opportunities specifically designed for the Energy 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.
Applying for EU grants in the Energy 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.
EU grants for the Energy 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.
Eligibility for Energy 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.