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 354 grant calls

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Apply AI: AI-Driven Robotics for Industry: Enabling System Integration and Adoption (IA) (Partnership in AI, Data and Robotics)

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€42 000 000
Deadline:March 18, 2027
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Advanced and Innovative hardware components for Virtual Worlds (RIA) (Virtual Worlds Partnership)

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€42 000 000
Deadline:March 18, 2027
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Demand-side 3C pilot demonstrators on converged Telco Edge Cloud Infrastructure (IA)

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€42 000 000
Deadline:March 18, 2027
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Facilitate the engagement of European stakeholders in international digital standardisation (CSA)

HORIZON Coordination and Support Actions

Budget:€42 000 000
Deadline:March 18, 2027
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Advanced integrated photonic devices for extended features and ultra-low power consumption (RIA) (Photonics Partnership)

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€25 000 000
Deadline:March 18, 2027
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Energy efficiency and sustainability of AI data processing in Data Centres (IA)

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€42 000 000
Deadline:March 18, 2027
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EU Frontier AI Initiative: Developing frontier AI solutions that are safe and computationally efficient within Apply AI (RIA)

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€42 000 000
Deadline:March 18, 2027
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New approaches for decentralized, federated and sustainable AI data processing (RIA)

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€42 000 000
Deadline:March 18, 2027
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Sustainable and Competitive Cell Production Techniques for Lithium-ion And Sodium-ion Batteries (BATT4EU Partnership)

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€37 800 000
Deadline:March 31, 2027
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Concentrated solar thermal systems for decarbonising industrial processes

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€37 800 000
Deadline:March 31, 2027
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Innovative technologies and solutions to improve wave and tidal energy systems

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€37 800 000
Deadline:March 31, 2027
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Support to the implementation of an EU policy framework for CO2 transport and storage infrastructure

HORIZON Coordination and Support Actions

Budget:€37 800 000
Deadline:March 31, 2027
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Renewable Energy Valleys in Africa to increase energy security and energy access in Africa

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€37 800 000
Deadline:March 31, 2027
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Large scale operational validation and upscaling of state-of-the-art (Generative) AI tools and models powering a next generation digital energy system

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€37 800 000
Deadline:March 31, 2027
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Production technologies for solar photovoltaics beyond the state-of-the-art (EUPI-PV Partnership)

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€37 800 000
Deadline:March 31, 2027
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Improvement of Adaptability, Flexibility and Efficiency of Existing Recycling Processes (BATT4EU Partnership)

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€37 800 000
Deadline:March 31, 2027
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Advancements in Direct Air Capture

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€37 800 000
Deadline:March 31, 2027
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Co-funding Strategic Energy Technology (SET) Plan renewable fuel value chains at EU, national, regional, and local level

HORIZON Programme Cofund Actions

Budget:€37 800 000
Deadline:March 31, 2027
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Optimising the water-nutrient-energy nexus for sustainable and climate smart agriculture in Africa (FNSSA)

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€11 000 000
Deadline:April 8, 2027
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Open topic: Using the Circular Cities and Regions Initiative to strengthen urban manufacturing in support of the Clean Industrial Deal

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€18 000 000
Deadline:April 8, 2027
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Open topic: Innovative solutions for the European Water Resilience Strategy

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€11 000 000
Deadline:April 8, 2027
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Clinical trials for advancing innovative interventions for neurodegenerative diseases

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€39 300 000
Deadline:April 13, 2027
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Portable and versatile Point-of-care diagnostics

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€39 300 000
Deadline:April 13, 2027
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Integrating climate-related exposures into the human exposome and characterising its changes in response to climate change

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€20 000 000
Deadline:April 13, 2027
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Prevention and management of chronic non-communicable diseases in children and young people (GACD)

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€20 000 000
Deadline:April 13, 2027
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Addressing disabilities through the life course to support independent living and inclusion

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€20 000 000
Deadline:April 13, 2027
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Development of cell-free protein synthesis platforms for discovery and/or production of biologicals

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€20 000 000
Deadline:April 13, 2027
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Data-driven circular economy for e-mobility ecosystem (2ZERO Partnership)

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€14 000 000
Deadline:April 14, 2027
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Demonstration of zero emission coaches and buses in long distance operations (2ZERO Partnership)

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€14 000 000
Deadline:April 14, 2027
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Onboard renewable energy solutions and energy saving measures to reduce the fuel consumption of ships by at least 55% (ZEWT Partnership)

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€14 000 000
Deadline:April 14, 2027

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.