EU Grants for Waste Management

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

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Next-generation environment perception for real world CCAM operations: Error-free and secure technologies to improve energy-efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and circularity (CCAM Partnership)

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€4 000 000
Deadline:January 20, 2026
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Development of sustainable and design-to-cost batteries with (energy-)efficient manufacturing processes and based on advanced and safer materials (Batt4EU Partnership)

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€4 000 000
Deadline:January 20, 2026
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Accelerated multi-physical and virtual testing for battery aging, reliability, and safety evaluation (Batt4EU Partnership)

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€4 000 000
Deadline:January 20, 2026
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Integrating advanced materials, cell design and manufacturing development for high-performance batteries aimed at mobility (Batt4EU Partnership)

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€4 000 000
Deadline:January 20, 2026
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Framework Loans

JTM Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€630 000 000
Deadline:January 27, 2026
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Standalone projects

JTM Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€630 000 000
Deadline:January 27, 2026
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Capacity building in Higher Education: Neighbourhood East

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€113 117 100
Deadline:February 10, 2026
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Capacity building in Higher Education: Central Asia

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€113 117 100
Deadline:February 10, 2026
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Capacity building in Higher Education: Western Balkans

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€113 117 100
Deadline:February 10, 2026
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Capacity building in Higher Education: Caribbean

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€113 117 100
Deadline:February 10, 2026
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Capacity building in Higher Education: Cross-Regional

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€113 117 100
Deadline:February 10, 2026
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A Sustainable And Green Rail System

HORIZON JU Innovation Actions

Budget:€33 100 000
Deadline:February 11, 2026
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Extending The Rail Network Of PHDS

HORIZON JU Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€33 100 000
Deadline:February 11, 2026
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Large-scale production of liquid advanced biofuels and renewable fuels of non-biological origin

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€15 000 000
Deadline:February 17, 2026
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Understand and minimise the environmental impacts of offshore wind energy

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€15 000 000
Deadline:February 17, 2026
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Space Data Economy

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€5 000 000
Deadline:February 24, 2026
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Innovative space-based applications enhancing capabilities for a resilient Europe

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€5 000 000
Deadline:February 24, 2026
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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
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Completion of the initial Network of European Digital Innovation Hubs

DIGITAL Simple Grants

Budget:€8 000 000
Deadline:March 3, 2026
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Alliances for Education and Enterprises

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€67 000 000
Deadline:March 10, 2026
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Pillar II: Strengthening ecosystems for open, ethical, and sustainable ERA

HORIZON Coordination and Support Actions

Budget:€4 000 000
Deadline:March 12, 2026
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Long-lifetime and optimised use of materials in recyclable Ag and In-free Si PV modules (EUPI-PV Partnership)

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€25 000 000
Deadline:March 31, 2026
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Industrial scale up and circularity pathway for IPV technologies (EUPI-PV Partnership)

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€25 000 000
Deadline:March 31, 2026
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Next generation of renewable energy technologies

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€23 500 000
Deadline:March 31, 2026
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Development of direct recycling processes (BATT4EU Partnership)

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€25 000 000
Deadline:March 31, 2026
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Non-exhaust emissions in road and railway transport

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€15 000 000
Deadline:April 14, 2026
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Towards the water infrastructures of the future

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€11 800 000
Deadline:April 14, 2026
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Green Transition Food Processing Africa

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€11 800 000
Deadline:April 14, 2026
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Ports of the future (ZEWT Partnership)

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€21 000 000
Deadline:April 14, 2026
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Shipyards of the future (ZEWT Partnership)

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€21 000 000
Deadline:April 14, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions About Waste Management EU Grants

The European Commission offers a wide range of funding opportunities specifically designed for the Waste Management 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 Waste Management 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 Waste Management 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 Waste Management 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.