Assessment of the results and impacts of energy efficiency related market surveillance projects (11/10/2022)
Discover the results and impacts of Horizon 2020 and IEE-II-funded energy efficiency-related market surveillance projects.
Digitalisation of the energy system: The green, resilient, secure and affordable energy system of tomorrow is digital (15/11/2022)
This CORDIS Results Pack explores how EU-funded research projects are paving the way for digital solutions to build a more secure and diversified energy supply, all while improving efficiency and resilience, reducing emissions and providing citizens with innovative energy services.
DRIMPAC Project: Enabling market participation of active energy consumers (15/11/2022)
The role of citizens in the digitalised energy market via demand response (DR) programmes can help consumers reduce their energy usage during supply constraints or peak periods and give them an opportunity to play an active role in the energy market.
UPDATE: Save the date - Virtual Horizon Europe Info Days to take place on 15-16 December (15/11/2022)
The Info Days for Horizon Europe Cluster 5 - Climate, Energy & Mobility - will now be held fully virtually instead of hybrid on 15-16 December 2022.
EU action plan for digitalisation of energy (15/11/2022)
The European Commission adopted in October the 'Digitalisating the energy system - EU action plan', a system-wide digitalisation energy action plan that aims to contribute to the EU energy policy objectives by supporting the development of a sustainable, (cyber)secure, transparent and competitive market for digital energy services, ensuring data privacy and sovereignty, and supporting investment in digital energy infrastructure.
115 proposals competing for EUR 99 million in sustainable, secure and competitive energy supply topics (15/11/2022)
Check out the latest Horizon Europe call results with 115 project proposals submitted, requesting more than EUR 766 million over 8 sustainable, secure and competitive energy supply topics.
EUR 214.1 million available for Horizon Europe Energy R&I projects (15/11/2022)
Don't forget to apply for the EUR 214.1 million available for Energy R&I projects with deadlines of 10 & 24 January 2023!
Commission invests EUR 3 billion in innovative clean tech projects to deliver on REPowerEU Plan (15/11/2022)
The third call for large-scale projects under the EU Innovation Fund is open for application until 16 March 2023. With an increased budget of EUR 3 billion, the call will boost the deployment of industrial solutions to decarbonise Europe and accelerate Europe's energy independence from Russian fossil fuels.
Innovation Fund 3rd large-scale call info days (15/11/2022)
On 29-30 November 2022, CINEA and DG Climate Action will hold various virtual information sessions to guide potential applicants through the new Innovation Fund third large-scale call and present the new topics under the call.
The second call under the Act!onHeat Support Facility is now open! (15/11/2022)
Local energy planners can already apply to this call aiming to assist and support municipalities in the development of high quality strategic heating and cooling plans and contribute this way to their energy transition.
CEF Energy opens call for works and studies for cross-border renewable energy projects (15/11/2022)
On 8 November, CINEA launched the first call for Works and Studies for cross-border renewable energy projects. Applications are open until 23 February 2023.
GREEN ASSIST has been launched at Ecomondo (15/11/2022)
The European Commission launched GREEN ASSIST on 9 November at Ecomondo. Funded with EUR 30 million from the LIFE programme, the new advisory initiative helps beneficiaries to green their investments and/or projects across diversified sectors, for instance by integrating nature-based solutions or circular economy principles.
New funding opportunities for projects on renewables under CEF Energy (15/11/2022)
The Commission Delegated Regulation establishing the first list of selected cross-border projects in the field of renewable energy entered into force on 17 November. This represents a milestone for the sector as it gives the opportunity to the selected projects to apply for funding for works & studies under the RES window of CEF Energy.
Jobs opportunity in the clean energy public sector (15/11/2022)
The European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency (CINEA) is looking for talent to contribute to the success of its main programmes. Check out the latest vacancy for Head of Sector positions in Climate science and Integrated transport and cities (deadline 18/11), Teamleader for call coordination and feedback to policy (deadline 18/11) and Procurement Advisor (deadline 2/12).
LIFE Clean Energy Transition Call 2022 received 225 proposals (15/11/2022)
Overall 18 topics with a total budget of EUR 98M were open in areas such as improving building energy performance, supporting public authorities in the clean energy transition, building skills and capacity in industry, mainstreaming innovative financing solutions and mobilising investment projects, etc. Selected projects will benefit from a 95% co-funding rate and those LIFE Clean Energy Transition projects are expected to go live in summer 2023.
Exemplary climate and clean energy transition actions at the Covenant of Mayors Investment Forum (15/11/2022)
The 2022 edition of the Covenant of Mayors Investment Forum – Energy Efficiency Finance Market Place took place on 18 October and attracted over 400 participants, with more than 250 attendees joining the event onsite in Brussels.
European Sustainable Energy Week 2023 - Infosession on 29 November (15/11/2022)
Under the theme 'Accelerating the clean energy transition – towards lower bills and greater skills', the European Sustainable Energy Week (EUSEW) 2023 will take place in Brussels and online on 20-22 June 2023. The infosession on 29 November will go through all major calls and deadlines and inform on how organisations can get involved.
Call for applications for candidate projects in all categories under new Energy Infrastructure Regulation (16/11/2022)
The Commission has opened a call for applications for energy infrastructure projects under the new Trans-European Network for Energy (TEN-E) Regulation. Running until 15 December, the call covers all energy infrastructure categories, including candidates for Projects of Common Interest (PCIs) and the new Projects of Mutual Interest (PMIs).
Municipalities team up to amplify energy transition successes (16/11/2022)
Horizon 2020 project mPOWER, a peer-to-peer learning programme targeting municipal authorities shared best practices, inspired new actions and showed the way to a democratic green energy transition.
MUSE GRIDS wins European Sustainable Energy Award for helping communities save energy through smart technology (11/10/2022)
The Horizon 2020 funded project received the European Sustainable Energy Award 2022 in the Innovation category.
99 million EUR still available for Energy R&I projects (11/10/2022)
Don't forget to apply for the 99 million EUR still available for Energy R&I projects with a deadline of 27/10/2022.
Supporting the development of Europe’s geothermal energy sector (11/10/2022)
As a virtually unlimited source of renewable energy, geothermal is versatile, reliable and it does not depend on weather patterns. As such, geothermal energy is a serious and viable contender to help lever Europe into first place as a carbon-neutral continent by 2050.
MEET: Boosting the development of Enhanced Geothermal Systems (EGS) across Europe (11/10/2022)
70% of the EU surface could potentially perform geothermal exploitation. Meet the Horizon 2020 funded project MEET boosting the development of Enhanced Geothermal Systems (EGS) across Europe.
New Horizon Europe Info Days on 15-16 December (11/10/2022)
The hybrid (virtual/limited physical) Info Days will present the research and innovation topics proposed for 2023 under the Work Programme 2023-2024 of Horizon Europe (HE) Cluster 5 - Climate, Energy & Mobility.
The SKFOAAS story: a new circular technology on oil regeneration for European industry and climate (11/10/2022)
With the help of the EU Innovation Fund that supports clean technology projects all over Europe, SKF Española, S.A. - the company running SKFOAAS (which stands for SKF RECONDOIL AS A SERVICE) - is operating a new industrial plant to regenerate industrial oils in Tudela, Spain.
#LIFEis30 photo exhibition (11/10/2022)
To celebrate the 30th anniversary of the LIFE Programme, the #LIFEis30 exhibition showcases powerful images from some of the most innovative, inspirational, and effective LIFE projects, including sustainable energy ones
Join the European Commission at Ecomondo 2022 on 8-11 November! (11/10/2022)
Ecomondo is the reference event in Europe for ecological transition and circular economy. This year CINEA, REA and EISMEA are jointly taking part to bring visitors up to speed with the latest European funding opportunities. Join us at our stand, in our five events and in the several 'one-to-EU' meeting opportunities.
Jobs opportunity in the clean energy public sector (11/10/2022)
The European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency (CINEA) is looking for talent to contribute to the success of its main programmes. Check out the latest vacancy for Project Advisers for LIFE Clean Energy Transition subprogramme.
This was EUSEW 2022 (11/10/2022)
The 16th edition of the European Sustainable Energy Week took place from 26 to 30 September and attracted more than 8000 participants online and onsite. The conference involved over 250 speakers and an exhibition with 50 online and onsite stands. Check out the main highlights on EUSEW website and relive the sessions!
Covenant of Mayors Investment Forum - 18 October 2022 (11/10/2022)
The Covenant of Mayors Investment Forum – Energy Efficiency Finance Market Place is an annual conference that gathers cities, industries and financial institutions to learn and exchange about pioneering initiatives and successful projects that encourage change at local level, Check the agenda and register for both onsite and online presence.
Biomethane Industrial Partnership: Europe needs renewable natural gas (11/10/2022)
After a successful launch of the partnership on 28 September during the European Sustainable Energy Week, the work of the Biomethane Industrial Partnership (BIP) is starting! Join the technical launch on 25 October, in which the Work Programme will be presented. Check out the website to learn more, become a member and sign up for the event.
Are you ready to submit your project proposal under LIFE Clean Energy Transition? (11/10/2022)
The deadline of this year's LIFE Clean Energy Transition call is quickly approaching and many applicants are in the middle of putting their proposals together, in order to submit them by 16 November 2022. Find in the article some important tips before submitting.
Local clean energy transition (11/10/2022)
The projects in this Results Pack highlight activities that support cities with shorter-term implementation as well as long-term goals and ambitions for their clean energy transition. The aim is to accelerate adoption of energy efficiency measures, deployment of clean energy solutions and overall reduction of CO2 emissions at the local level.
Tap into the LIFE funding support to make the Clean Energy Transition happen! (08/09/2022)
Almost EUR 100 million are available to support your project ideas for the clean energy transition under the LIFE Call for Proposals 2022. We support projects with a 95% co-funding rate and you can submit your proposal in any of the 18 dedicated funding topics. Deadline is 16 November 2022!
The second EU Innovation Fund call for small-scale projects received 66 proposals (14/09/2022)
Despite the current difficult situation on the energy and commodity markets, the second EU Innovation Fund call for small-scale projects received 66 investment proposals, requesting over EUR 300 million from the Fund across all eligible categories. This represents more than 3-times the available budget of €100 million, funded by revenues from the EU's Emissions Trading System (ETS).
First Innovation Fund Progress Report (14/09/2022)
The first Innovation Fund progress report to the Council and to the European Parliament was adopted on 26 August 2022. Check it out and learn everything that the Fund has achieved so far.
REMINDER: Horizon Europe: EUR 99 million of funding available for Energy R&I projects (14/09/2022)
Apply by 27 October for EUR 99 million of funding available for Energy R&I projects.
The fourth edition of the European Research and Innovation Day takes place virtually on 28-29 September 2022 (14/09/2022)
Registrations are open for the European Commission’s annual flagship Research and Innovation event, bringing together policymakers, researchers, entrepreneurs and the public to debate and shape the future of research and innovation in Europe and beyond.
The European Commission has launched a call for experts to join the EUEnergyPlatform's Industry Advisory Group (14/09/2022)
The Industry Advisory Group is an informal expert group that will provide the Commission with the necessary industrial perspective to meet the objectives of the EU Energy Platform and address current energy challenges. The call is open until 5 October 2022. The first meeting of the group is planned for mid-October.
Register to FRESHER final webinar on innovative floating solar energy solutions (14/09/2022)
The EMFF FRESHER project will hold its closing event on 23 September 2022 at 10:00 CEST. The webinar marks the end of this unique demonstration project about innovative mooring solutions for floating solar panel technology.
CEF Energy: EU invests EUR 300 000 in studies for future cross-border renewable energy projects (14/09/2022)
Two projects have been selected to support pioneering actions representing diverse options of cross-border cooperation that the renewable sector offers. Learn more about the projects!
Commission adopts first list of renewable energy cross-border projects (14/09/2022)
The list comprises three projects involving 7 EU countries. These are a hybrid offshore wind park between Estonia and Latvia, a cross-border district heating grid based on RES between Germany and Poland, and a project to produce renewable electricity in Italy, Spain and Germany for conversion, transport and use of green hydrogen in the Netherlands and Germany. Read more!
New Turnkey Retrofit services: Assisting homeowners to initiate their renovation journey in France, Ireland and Spain (14/09/2022)
The TURNKEY RETROFIT project has developed new services for homeowners in France, Ireland, and Spain aiming to transform the renovation journey into a simpler, more straightforward and an overall more attractive process.
Impact report on Concerted Action for the Energy Efficiency Directive (2019-2022) (14/09/2022)
The Concerted Action for the Energy Efficiency Directive (CA EED) has released a new impact report, summarising the activities and energy efficiency topics discussed across the EU between 2019 and 2022.
Jobs opportunities in the clean energy public sector (14/09/2022)
The European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency (CINEA) is looking for talent to contribute to the success of its main programmes. Check out the latest vacancies for:
- Project Officers and Advisers in Energy Research and Innovation
- Project Advisers for LIFE Clean Energy Transition
- Project Advisers for Innovation Fund
European Sustainable Energy Week (14/09/2022)
Under the theme “Going green and digital for Europe’s energy transition", the European Sustainable Energy Week (EUSEW)
is taking place from 26 to 29 September with six plenaries, 37 policy sessions and online/onsite Fair.
After two years as a fully virtual event, the conference is back in a new hybrid format, with speakers and participants attending in Brussels and online. Registrations are still open for onsite and online attendance, with limited spaces for in-person participation.
Public voting is also open until 18 September for the European Sustainable Energy Awards. Help celebrate individuals and projects working to boost Europe’s clean energy transition by casting your vote across four award categories.
Discussions on the future of sustainable energy and renewables already starts with the Extended Programme
from 19 to 23 September.
The Covenant of Mayors Investment Forum is back in town! – 18 October 2022 in Brussels (14/09/2022)
The Covenant of Mayors Investment Forum – Energy Efficiency Finance Market Place is an annual conference that gathers cities, industries and financial institutions to learn and exchange about pioneering initiatives and successful projects that encourage change at local level, such as sustainable plans and strategies for the energy transition, energy efficiency financing in the public and private sector and investments in home renovation.
Check the agenda online and register on the event website. Places are limited - secure yours and meet with your peers at the event!
LIFE cuts energy bills and emissions (14/09/2022)
LIFE DoppelPlus project has helped people on lower incomes in Tirol, Austria become clean energy transition ambassadors.
LIFE ETX report on the decarbonisation of European industry (14/09/2022)
A new report commissioned as part of the LIFE ETX project assesses different policy options for the decarbonisation of European industry.
High performance and cost effective solar heat and power systems for residential buildings (14/09/2022)
Horizon 2020 project Innova MicroSolar developed and demonstrated an advanced 2-kWel/18-kWth solar MicroCHP, which provides energy to a building.
European Sustainable Energy Week - Don't miss this year's edition (14/09/2022)
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Just Transition Mechanism: European Commission publishes first calls for proposals for Public Sector Loan Facility (14/09/2022)
The Public Sector Loan Facility is one of the three pillars of the Just Transition Mechanism (JTM), which is part of the European Green Deal's objective to achieve EU climate neutrality by 2050. The Facility is expected to mobilise between EUR 18 and EUR 20 billion of public investments over the next 7 years. Check out the recordings from the info day organised by CINEA on 14 September.
Personalised virtual assistant boosting energy efficiency at home (05/07/2022)
H2020 project Eco-Bot unveils an innovative system that motivates consumers to manage energy more efficiently by providing personalised information on energy consumption using a chatbot.
The fourth edition of the European Research and Innovation Day takes place virtually on 28-29 September 2022 (05/07/2022)
Registrations are open for the European Commission’s annual flagship Research and Innovation event, bringing together policymakers, researchers, entrepreneurs and the public to debate and shape the future of research and innovation in Europe and beyond.
Digitalisation in urban energy systems (05/07/2022)
Digitalisation can improve cities' liveability in multiple domains. Read our latest publication to find out more.
Horizon Europe: EUR 283 million of funding available for Energy and Mobility R&I projects (05/07/2022)
Apply by 6 September for the EUR 283 million of Horizon Europe funding available for Energy and Mobility R&I projects
How the Innovation Fund is contributing to the EU Green Deal (05/07/2022)
CINEA presents the Innovation Fund Project Portfolio Dashboard. An intuitive and interactive reporting platform, allowing the viewer to discover the public data of the Innovation Fund signed projects
Commission will invest over EUR 1.8 billion into 17 large-scale innovative cleantech projects under the Innovation Fund (05/07/2022)
The projects cover the four areas under the programme and are located in the Netherlands, Finland, Germany, France, Sweden, Poland, Bulgaria, Norway, and Iceland.
Innovation Fund small-scale call is open until 31 August (05/07/2022)
Less than two months to apply to the second small-scale call for innovative cleantech projects. Apply by 31 August for the EUR 100 million available under the call.
Third PCI Energy Days: Save the date! (05/07/2022)
The PCI Energy Days 2022 will take place on 19 and 20 September in Brussels. The event will hold a policy conference and an exhibition dedicated to projects of common interest (PCIs), where promoters will have the chance to showcase their projects and share their experience on how to accelerate the development and construction of key PCIs for the achievement of EU energy and climate goals.
The interconnection between Hungary and Slovenia in operation (05/07/2022)
The Slovenian and Hungarian Transmission System Operators announced that the physical connection between the two electricity systems was established on 30 June, as planned. The project overhead line Cirkovce – Pince and the substation Cirkovce received EU funding through CEF Energy grant.
Bringing the Green Deal into our living spaces: LIFE and the #NewEuropeanBauhaus (05/07/2022)
The New European Bauhaus has sustainability, beauty and inclusiveness at its heart. These three principles can put Europe on a path to reach carbon neutrality by 2050. Check out how LIFE can make an important contribution.
Nearly EUR 100 million available for funding Clean Energy Transition ideas (05/07/2022)
The LIFE Calls for proposals 2022 is open with a budget of EUR 98M for Clean Energy Transition projects. Find out more about the 18 dedicated topics and apply now!
Book your spot at EUSEW 2022 in Brussels or online (05/07/2022)
After two years as a fully virtual event, the European Sustainable Energy Week (EUSEW) is back on 26-30 September in a new hybrid format, with speakers and participants attending in Brussels and online. Registrations are open for onsite and online attendance, with limited spaces for in-person participation: book now to guarantee your spot!
Inspire your community to take clean energy action! (05/07/2022)
Planning an event on sustainable energy in the coming weekend and months? Register it as a EUSEW Sustainable Energy Day and tap into the knowledge, enthusiasm and expertise of the EUSEW community. Make your Sustainable Energy Day an event to remember with the help of our guide.
Offshore Robotic Wind Turbine Blade Care System (05/07/2022)
CINEA staff recently met in Latvia with the lead project team of the Aerones company, a grantee of the 2019 SME Blue Economy call. Aerones is the epitome of the fast-growing and very creative start-up company, with a robust foothold in the market for the maintenance and repair of onshore wind turbines. Check out how it is now eyeing to tap into the offshore wind market.
Covenant of Mayors Investment Forum - Energy Efficiency Finance Market Place 2022 (08/07/2022)
Join us on 18 October in Brussels for the 2022 edition of the Covenant of Mayors Investment Forum - Energy Efficiency Finance Market Place, organised by the European Commission in collaboration with the Covenant of Mayors.
Registrations for EUSEW 2022 are now open (14/06/2022)
After two years as a fully virtual event, the European Sustainable Energy Week (EUSEW) is back on 26-30 September in a new hybrid format, with speakers and participants attending in Brussels and online. Registrations are now open for onsite and online attendance, with limited spaces for in-person participation: book now to guarantee your spot!
Horizon Europe: EUR 99 million of funding available for energy R&I projects (14/06/2022)
The European Commission has launched new calls for projects under Horizon Europe's Work Programme for 2021-2022. The projects will be selected for funding in a single-stage evaluation. Go online for more details about the calls, deadlines, and evaluation stages.
Turning sewage sludge into fuels and hydrogen (14/06/2022)
After more than five successful years, the To-Syn-Fuel Horizon 2020 Energy project is demonstrating a sustainable process that can transform waste biomass, such as sewage sludge into high-quality renewable liquid fuels and hydrogen.
Less than three months to apply for the Innovation Fund small-scale call (14/06/2022)
The second call for small-scale projects has EUR 100 million available for innovative clean tech projects, with funds from the EU Emissions Trading System. The call is open until 31 August, projects are encouraged to apply ahead of time.
The LIFE Programme turns 30 (14/06/2022)
On 21 May, the LIFE Programme and Natura 2000 reached the age of 30. Here’s a look back at how they started, what they have achieved and what’s in store to mark this special year.
Interest survey for projects in clean tech manufacturing and pilots open now until 23 June (14/06/2022)
Under the REPowerEU plan, the Commission will double the funding for the next Innovation Fund large-scale call to around EUR 3 billion. If you are planning a clean tech manufacturing or pilot project for deep decarbonisation technologies, let us know by 23 June!
GREEN ASSIST: Experts needed! (14/06/2022)
In view of the launch of the new InvestEU Advisory Initiative “GREEN ASSIST", CINEA is looking for experts in green and sustainable investment to become advisers and contribute with their expertise to the EU Green Deal.
CEF Energy: contributing to a better integration of the energy market (14/06/2022)
The Connecting Europe Facility Energy support in the NSI East Electricity corridor is helping to complete the EU internal energy market and integrate renewable energy sources. Read more on some success stories in the region!
Green shipping projects: what EMFF achieved over 2014-2020 (14/06/2022)
With EUR 26.4 million over the period 2014-2020, the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF) supported skills and technology in 20 green shipping projects, including on wind propulsion and onshore power supply. Find out more in this new infographic.
Jobs opportunities in the clean energy public sector (14/06/2022)
The European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency (CINEA) is looking for talent to contribute to the success of its main programmes. Check out the latest vacancies for Project Officer and Advisor for Horizon Europe Tranport, as well as Financial Coordinator.
4th Call of the European City Facility is open to support your sustainable energy projects (14/06/2022)
The European City Facility (EUCF) has launched its fourth call for applications and plans to support nearly 50 local authorities across the EU through a EUR 60,000 grant to develop their investment concepts - an initial step towards a fully-fledged business and financial plan for their sustainable energy projects. Apply now!
Discussing energy efficiency financing in EU Member States (14/06/2022)
The European Commission organised more than 50 Sustainable Energy Investment Forums over the last few years in order to improve dialogue, co-operation and awareness, and to develop large-scale investment programmes mobilising private finance for investments in those sectors. Check out an example of roundtable organised recently in Slovenia.
Nearly EUR 100 million available for funding your project ideas for the Clean Energy Transition (14/06/2022)
The new Call for Proposals 2022 for the LIFE Clean Energy Transition (CET) sub-programme was launched on 17 May. Find out more about all 18 topics and see how you can help accelerating the clean energy transition!
CEF Energy Info Day on call for Projects of Common Interest (PCIs) (14/06/2022)
Following the launch of the call for Projects of Common Interest (PCIs), CINEA organised an info day on 8 June to share some tips and tricks to submit a successful proposal. Check the recording and the presentations.
Get to know the 12 finalists of the LIFE Citizens’ Prize and vote for your preferred candidate. Winners will be revealed at the LIFE Awards Ceremony on 30 May.
LIFE 2022 Calls for proposals opened on 17 May (17/05/2022)
The LIFE Calls for proposals 2022 is now open with a budget of EUR 598m including EUR 98m for Clean Energy Transition projects. Apply now!
LIFE 30th anniversary (17/05/2022)
On 21 May 2022 the LIFE programme – the EU’s funding instrument for the environment and climate action – turns 30 and we would like you to be part of it! Check out more on our website.
Innovation Fund call for experts (17/05/2022)
The EU needs your help and expertise to select the next generation of innovative clean projects and low carbon technologies. Your technical, GHG, financial or rapporteur skills and expertise will contribute to achieving the EU Green Deal goals.
Horizon Europe: EUR 283 million of funding available for Energy and Mobility R&I projects (17/05/2022)
The European Commission has launched new calls for projects under Horizon Europe's Work Programme for 2021-2022 with a deadline of 6 September 2022. The projects will be selected for funding in a single-stage evaluation.
Design Tools for Ocean Energy Systems Innovation (17/05/2022)
The Horizon 2020 funded project DTOceanPlus aimed to develop and demonstrate an open source, integrated suite of second-generation design tools for ocean energy technologies including sub-systems, energy capture devices and arrays.
Save the date - European Research and Innovation Days 2022 (17/05/2022)
The annual flagship Research and Innovation event is back this year fully digital on 28 and 29 September 2022, bringing together policymakers, researchers, entrepreneurs and the public to debate and shape new solutions to strengthen Europe’s resilience and its strategic autonomy.
FreShER - Innovative mooring solutions for floating solar energy (17/05/2022)
Floating solar photovoltaic (FPV) installations open up new opportunities for scaling up solar energy generating capacity. The FreShER project aims to demonstrate an innovative mooring solution in a full-scale FPV park, which is 50% more cost efficient than standard solutions.
The “Women in the Blue Economy” call for proposals is now open (17/05/2022)
The Commission has just launched the “Women in the Blue Economy” call for proposals with EUR 2.5 million budget. The aim is to increase the participation of women in the different sectors of the blue economy and contribute to a more gender equal society.
Jobs opportunities in the clean energy public sector (17/05/2022)
The European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency (CINEA) is looking for talent to contribute to the success of its main programmes. Check out the latest Financial Engineering, Senior Financial Engineering Manager and Project Adviser for the European Maritime, Fisheries and Aquaculture Fund vacancies and deadlines!
Country-specific financing mechanisms for viable energy efficiency investments (17/05/2022)
The diversity of obstacles that prevent the financing of energy efficiency projects across Europe calls for a country-specific approach. The E-FIX project has devised a set of solutions that are already projected to help save a total of 54 GWh of energy per year across six countries in central and eastern Europe and in the Caucasus region.
A powerful collaboration to standardise the value of non-energy benefits in energy efficiency investment decisions (17/05/2022)
The EU-funded project M-Benefits has joined efforts with the European Standardisation Body to start the process for the development of a new EU standard enabling companies and organisations to identify, quantify, monetize, report and communicate the non-energy benefits of energy efficiency investments.
Inspire your community to take action at the European Sustainable Energy Week! (17/05/2022)
Interested in hosting a stand or giving an inspiring talk during EUSEW 2022? The calls for the Energy Fair and Energy Talks are open until 2 June, and give you the opportunity to connect with the sustainable energy community.
Planning an event on sustainable energy in the coming months? Register it as a EUSEW Sustainable Energy Day and tap into the knowledge, enthusiasm and expertise of the EUSEW community.
Launch of EPREL database to help consumers on energy efficient products (18/05/2022)
A new EU-wide public database enabling consumers to compare the energy efficiency class and other data about different household products has been recently launched by the European Commission. With detailed information on well over 1 million products, the European Product Registry for Energy Labelling (EPREL) breaks new ground in helping EU consumers become more energy efficient.
Commission unveils REPowerEU Plan to rapidly reduce dependence on Russian fossil fuels and fast forward the green transition (18/05/2022)
The European Commission has presented this week the REPowerEU Plan, its response to the hardships and global energy market disruption caused by Russia's invasion of Ukraine. A €800 million call has also been launched for clean energy infrastructure projects under the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) for Energy.
European Maritime Day in full swing to discuss ways forward in the blue economy (18/05/2022)
‘Sustainable blue economy for green recovery’ is the topic of the European Maritime Day (EMD) 2022. With more than 1,500 participants online and in Ravenna, EMD provides until 19 May an inspiring framework to discuss the latest developments in the blue economy.
The LIFE programme will turn 30 in May. To mark this momentous occasion, we encourage ongoing and past projects to become LIFE ambassadors during 2022. Check out how you can be part of the celebrations.
How LIFE is reducing emissions from glass production (20/04/2022)
Check out how projects "LIFE Eco-HeatOx" and "LIFE CleanOx" have improved the energy efficiency of the glass-melting process by using pure oxygen.
SHIP2FAIR project wins Go!ODS Award (20/04/2022)
The Horizon 2020 project won the prestigious prize for its use of solar heat renewables to decarbonise agrofood industry.
From residual steel gasses to methanol marine fuel (20/04/2022)
H2020 project FReSMe has developed a scalable and competitive Carbon Capture and Utilisation (CCU) technology that enables the CO2 captured from the steel industry to produce methanol fuel that can be used as marine fuel.
Commission makes available EUR 100 million for innovative clean technology projects (20/04/2022)
Innovation Fund’s second call for small-scale projects is open to proposals in renewable energy, energy-intensive industries including substitute products, energy storage, and carbon capture, use and storage.
Commission awards over EUR 1 billion to innovative projects for the EU climate transition (20/04/2022)
The first seven projects under the Innovation Fund's first large-scale call have signed their commitment to contribute to the EU Green Deal. With over EUR 1 billion from EU funding, the projects aim to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by over 76 metric tonnes of CO2eq during the first ten years of operation.
EU LIFE Info days (20/04/2022)
From 18 to 20 May, CINEA will hold various virtual information sessions to guide potential applicants through LIFE 22 Calls for proposals.
Fossil-free heating and cooling: Act!onHeat Support Facility opens first call for applications (20/04/2022)
The H2020 project Act!onHeat has launched its first call for applications for technical advisory services aiming to provide municipalities with support in the development of high quality strategic heating and cooling plans.
Towards the synchronisation of Baltic States’ grid with the European energy network (20/04/2022)
Formerly an "energy island", the Baltic States are now connected to the European electricity network through various electricity lines. That said, the Baltic States' electricity grid is still operated in a synchronous mode with the Russian and Belarusian interconnection systems, but desynchronisation from these systems is underway.
A social boost to combat energy poverty (20/04/2022)
The fight against energy poverty hinges on the successful engagement of regional and public authorities. In this context, H2020 project POWER UP will support cities’ efforts to plan and sustain the creation of local energy players with a social agenda. Teaming up with energy-poor households and local stakeholders, the project will develop six pilot schemes across Europe.
Improving the energy efficiency of Poland’s buildings (20/04/2022)
With the support of H2020 project FinEERGo-Dom, a new financing scheme launched in Poland supports energy renovations in buildings for better living conditions and lower emissions for 20 years or more.
EUR 150 million pipeline bringing liquidity to energy efficiency investments (20/04/2022)
With the support of H2020 project LAUNCH, innovative, industry-tested tools aim to encourage more investments in energy efficiency initiatives – especially those being led by SMEs.
Jobs opportunities in the clean energy public sector (20/04/2022)
The European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency (CINEA) is looking for talent to contribute to the success of its main programmes. Check out the latest Financial Engineering vacancies and deadlines!
Last chance to apply to EUSEW Awards 2022 (20/04/2022)
The European Sustainable Energy Awards recognise outstanding individuals and projects for their innovation and efforts in the field of energy efficiency and renewables. The call for Awards is open until Thursday 28 April to receive submissions in four categories: Innovation, Local Energy Action, Woman in Energy and Young Energy Trailblazer.
Webinar on off-balance sheet energy performance contracts for public buildings (20/04/2022)
Organised as part of the Sustainable Energy Investment Forums, this webinar will take place on 26 April and will give an overview on the development of off-balance sheet contracts for the energy renovation of public buildings and update on most recent financing models.
Registration for the LIFE Awards ceremony is now open (20/04/2022)
Register now to participate, in Brussels and/or virtually, in the LIFE Awards 2022 ceremony taking place on 30 May during the EU Green Week during the EU Green Week . Marking the 30th anniversary of the LIFE programme, this edition will recognise the most innovative, inspirational and effective LIFE projects in the fields of nature protection, environment and climate action.
European Maritime Day 2022 (20/04/2022)
This year the European Maritime Day is taking place on 19 and 20 May 2022 in Ravenna, Italy as a hybrid event for 750 physical participants. The main theme is ‘Sustainable blue economy for green recovery’. Join us at CINEA stand or in our sessions to network with peers, learn about funding opportunities in the blue economy and clean energy sectors, share your results and get inspired.
Challenges in accessing EU funding for environment - give the EU your feedback! (15/03/2022)
The European Commission is gathering feedback via a survey on the challenges stakeholders face when trying to access EU funding for environmental projects. This input will then be consolidated into the exercise titled: “Vademecum and Conferences: Funding and Financing the Environment under the 2021-2027 MFF and Next Generation EU” publication.
Horizon Europe: 460 project proposals submitted for the latest call for climate, energy and transport topics (15/03/2022)
With a requested budget of more than EUR 2 billion, the project proposals will contribute to implement the EU Green Deal objectives.
Towards a pan-European transmission network with high flexibility and high interconnection levels (15/03/2022)
H2020 funded project FLEXITRANSTORE develops a next generation of Flexible Energy Grid (FEG), which provides the technical basis to support the valorisation of flexibility services. This will enhance and accelerate the integration of renewables into European energy systems and increase cross border electricity flows across Europe.
Innovation Fund: 138 project proposals received for the second large-scale call (15/03/2022)
Proposals are requesting a total of EUR 12.1 billion (more than 8 times the available budget) to contribute to the European green recovery in 20 EU Member States, Iceland and Norway.
Innovation Fund second small-scale call Info Day (15/03/2022)
On Wednesday 6 April 2022, CINEA together with DG Climate Action will organise an Info Day to present the second call for small-scale projects under the Innovation Fund. During the day, participants will be introduced to the new call for proposals and the step-by-step application process.
EU Knowledge Valorisation Week 2022 (15/03/2022)
From 29 March to 1 April, the EU Knowledge Valorisation Week will showcase excellent examples of policies and tools that promote the uptake of research results and science-based solutions for the benefit of all. Register now!
Assessing negative emission technologies and quantifying Carbon Dioxide Removal (15/03/2022)
Results of H2020 funded project NEGEM show that, when nations act in isolation, deployment of negative emission technologies at scale is more costly. Check out the main findings in the project's latest newsletter issue.
Jobs opportunities in the clean energy public sector (15/03/2022)
The European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency (CINEA) is looking for talent to contribute to the success of its main programmes. Check out the latest Horizon Energy Project Officer and Innovation Fund Project Manager vacancies and deadlines! New vacancies for Financial engineering managers coming soon!
Connecting Europe Facility Energy: new call for cross-border renewable energy status (15/03/2022)
CINEA has launched a call for cross-border renewable energy projects to obtain the status and therefore enter a list of projects eligible for Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) funding. Check out the details to understand why this call is crucial for future funding and wider visibility!
The Commission is launching the Investors Dialogue on Energy (15/03/2022)
The new initiative aims to facilitate investments in energy projects that can contribute to achieving the ambitious climate and energy goals of the European Green Deal. Apply by 10 April to take part in the 5 Working Groups
New solutions for funding Europe's energy transition (15/03/2022)
This updated CORDIS Results Pack features 13 EU-funded projects that have set a new dynamic for accelerating and upscaling private financing of energy efficiency investments across the EU, as well as making such investments much more attractive to investors. Check the online version to learn more about the projects!
Helping homeowners invest in sustainable renovation (15/03/2022)
An innovative financing model for energy efficiency in the field of home renovation has been tested by the H2020 EuroPACE project. Now being implemented in different cities across Europe, its success could be key to achieving the EU’s climate goals. Learn more about it!
Save the date: #EULife22 INFO DAYS (15/03/2022)
From 18-20 May 2022, CINEA will hold various virtual information sessions on the #EULife22 Call for proposals to guide potential applicants.
Innovative Solutions for Offshore Renewable Energy (new infographics) (15/03/2022)
This new infographics presents the 20 offshore renewable energy projects that the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF) is supporting with about EUR 24.5 million EU contribution under the 2018-2020 blue economy calls for proposals.
Hydrogen refueling station for buses inaugurated in Rotterdam (15/03/2022)
The hydrogen refueling station (HRS) was inaugurated on 11 March, as part of the Connecting Europe Facility Transport funded project MEHRLIN. This project aims to demonstrate a new demand-led commercial model for the deployment of hydrogen refueling stations by carrying out a test of the economies and practicalities of operating large hydrogen refueling stations.
Get involved in the European Sustainable Energy Week (15/03/2022)
Under the theme ‘Going green and digital for Europe’s energy transition’, the European Sustainable Energy Week (EUSEW) will take place from 26 to 30 September 2022 in a hybrid format. Two calls are currently open for everyone who wishes to host a session at the Policy Conference or apply for the coveted EUSEW Awards!
Report: Assessment of the BUILD UP platform and options for the way forward (16/03/2022)
Since 2009, BUILD UP has been the EU reference portal for energy efficiency in buildings. Ahead of the forthcoming revamping under europa.eu, know more about the platform and the options for the way forward!
Framework Contract on Assistance and Technical Support for the Evaluation of LIFE Proposals (16/03/2022)
A new call for tenders has been published to support the LIFE programme in the evaluation of LIFE projects. Find out more details.
Jobs opportunities within the clean energy public sector (19/01/2022)
The European Climate, Infrastrucure and Environment Executive Agency (CINEA) is regularly looking for talent to contribute to the success of its main programmes (Horizon Europe, LIFE, Innovation Fund, Connecting Europe Facility, etc.). Check out the open vacancies!
Sustainable wastewater treatment is possible (11/02/2022)
EffiSludge for LIFE has found a way to clean industrial wastewater with significant environmental and climate benefits.
CEF Energy Virtual Info Day – Call for status for Cross-Border RES Projects (15/02/2022)
CINEA is organising a virtual info day on 10 March to explain the new financing window under CEF Energy for cross-border renewable energy projects. Check the details and register!
CEF Energy: EUR 470.000 requested for preparatory studies in future cross-border projects on renewable energy sources (15/02/2022)
CINEA has received three project proposals requesting EUR 470.000 of funding for preparatory studies of cross-border renewable energy projects. Know more about the proposals and the next steps!
Offshore renewables’ role to decarbonise the EU enhanced by novel EMFF projects (15/02/2022)
Renewables are key to reduce the dependency of Europe’s energy system on fossil fuels and increase its efficiency. Oceans offer a priceless source of clean energy. A source from which different and sustainable technologies can benefit, as shown by innovative projects financed by the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund.
DOCC-OFF project’s outcomes now available on Horizon Results Platform (15/02/2022)
Co-funded by the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund, DOCC-OFF concluded few months ago after two years working on an innovative solution to digitalise and optimise the way hydraulic systems operate and are maintained in offshore windfarms. You can find the project’s achievements on Horizon Results Platform.
Democratising energy markets through innovative tools and novel business models for energy cooperatives (15/02/2022)
Horizon 2020 project FLEXCoop is expected to reduce dependency of district heating and/or cooling systems on fossil fuels and reduce greenhouse gas and air pollutant emissions.
Making Heating and Cooling Sustainable – Barriers, Solutions and Best Practices (15/02/2022)
Wondering where to start if you want to change your old fossil fuel boiler for a more efficient and sustainable option? The H2020 project REPLACE has analysed the drivers that influence our decisions when replacing heating and cooling equipment and implementing energy efficiency measures at home.
RENEWFM: kicking off the process to further support renewables (15/02/2022)
The EU renewable energy financing mechanism, conceived to better support renewable energy projects by encouraging a greater uptake of renewable energy sources across the EU, will be operational in 2022.
Missed the Horizon Europe Info Day on Cluster 5? (15/02/2022)
The 3 February Info Day featured 74 open topics (including batteries, renewable energy, zero-emission road transport, aviation, etc.) of the Horizon Europe Cluster 5 calls for 2022 (Climate, Energy and Mobility). Presentations and recordings are available so don't miss a chance to get all the information you need to apply.
Ready for EUSEW 2022? (15/02/2022)
The European Sustainable Energy Week (EUSEW) will take place from 26 to 30 September in a hybrid format under the theme ‘Going green and digital for Europe’s energy transition’. The calls will open on 22 February to host a policy session and on 9 March to take part in the awards!
166 applications received for the European City Facility call! (16/02/2022)
The third call of the European City Facility (EUCF) closed at the end of 2021 and received 166 applications submitted by public authorities from all across Europe. The highest number of applications came from countries from Central Eastern Europe.
Green mortgages to boost the demand for energy-efficient homes (16/02/2022)
Both homeowners and banks have been reluctant to invest much in energy-efficient buildings. But change is under way. The SMARTER project has been shifting mindsets with holistic green criteria and an ambitious framework for mortgages.
Innovation Fund 2nd large-scale call for projects open until 3 March 2022 (19/01/2022)
The Commission has launched the Innovation Fund second call for large-scale projects with a total capital expenditure above EUR 7.5 million. Applicants can benefit from simplified one-stage application and selection procedures. Submit your proposal ahead of time!
Ongoing CEF Energy call: deadline approaching! (19/01/2022)
The CEF Energy call for proposals supporting preparatory studies for cross-border renewable energy projects will close on 1 February! Hurry up to finalise and send your application!
168 proposals received under the first LIFE Clean Energy Transition Call (19/01/2022)
For the first time, applicants were invited to submit their ideas to accelerate the market-uptake of energy efficiency and renewable energy solutions under the Clean Energy Transition LIFE sub-programme. Overall, 18 topics with a total budget of EUR 94.5M were open in the areas of local authorities, digitalisation, innovative financing, home renovation services and citizen empowerment. The first batch of LIFE Clean Energy Transition projects is expected to go live in autumn 2022.
13th BUILD UP Skills European exchange meeting (19/01/2022)
Over 100 representatives from EU-funded projects and the European Commission discussed the challenges and good practices on upskilling building professionals to deliver high-energy performance building renovations and nearly-zero energy building. Check out the presentations and main outcomes of the meeting.
Are you interested to run the new European City Facility? (19/01/2022)
The European City Facility (EUCF) Call for Proposals under LIFE Clean Energy Transition is open until 3 March 2022. Proposals are invited to run a European City Facility based on the experiences gained under Horizon 2020 and to offer financial support and services to cities and municipalities or their groupings to develop investment concepts for sustainable energy investments. An info session took place on 13 December and the recordings and presentations are available.
Floating tidal systems providing low-cost, high-value energy to the European grid mix. (19/01/2022)
Horizon 2020 project FloTEC aimed to demonstrate a full-scale prototype floating tidal energy generation system for optimised energy extraction in locally varying tidal resources, while reducing the levelised cost of energy of floating tidal energy.
Horizon Impact Award 2022 contest open: apply by 8 March 2022 (19/01/2022)
The European Commission is launching a brand new edition of the Horizon Impact Award, a prize dedicated to EU-funded projects whose results have created societal impact across Europe and beyond. The prize acknowledges and rewards the most influential and impactful project results under Horizon 2020 (2014-2020), the EU research and innovation programme, and its predecessor, the 7th Framework Programme (FP7, 2007-2013). Each winner will receive €25 000.
Putting the cost of energy efficiency renovations on the meter (19/01/2022)
Funded by Horizon 2020, Ren-on-Bill developed a new financing mechanism that helps homeowners renovate their homes with the support of their utility company, offering a way to deliver much needed retrofits to Europe’s housing stock.
Reducing the risk and capital associated with deep energy efficiency renovations (19/01/2022)
In 2019, the carbon footprint associated with building operations such as heating increased to the highest levels ever recorded. Horizon 2020 project Accelerate SUNShINE developed an innovative financing scheme to put capital intensive, state-of-the-art energy efficiency within reach.
CEF Energy: supporting Smart grids to fulfil EU energy targets (19/01/2022)
Smart grids are one of the 12 trans-European energy infrastructure priority corridors and areas thanks to their crucial contribution to achieve EU climate and energy targets. There are currently four smart grid project actions ongoing under CEF Energy funding. Check them out!
Breakthrough Energy Catalyst information webinar (19/01/2022)
Launched at COP26, the Breakthrough Energy Catalyst has published a request for proposals to support emerging climate technology projects in clean hydrogen, direct air capture, long-duration energy storage and sustainable aviation fuel. Join the information webinar on 25 February and know more on the process and criteria to apply.
