Clean Energy Newsletter

Projects in the fields of electricity, smart electricity grids, CO2 networks, hydrogen and electrolysers, and offshore, included in the latest PCI and PMI list can apply for funding. An info day to present the call and the application process will be held virtually on 22 May.

The work programme for the implementation of the LIFE Programme in 2025-2027 has been adopted, with an indicative amount of EUR 413.3 million allocated to the sub-programme Clean Energy Transition.

CINEA is organising an online info session on how Green Assist can support projects and investments in water resilience. Join to follow the updates on the plan to strengthen water systems; to gain insights from a Green Assist expert and a beneficiary project; and to learn how Green Assist can help you from a business perspective, expected performances and benefits, alignment with EU regulations, and much more.

On 8 April, the 2025 Innovation Fund Cleantech Conference brought together industry leaders to explore Europe's clean industrial transformation. Relive the best moments with the photo highlights, wrap-up article and full event recording.

The LIFE Calls for proposals 2025 were published on the Funding and Tenders portal on 24 April 2025. To support potential applicants, the European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency (CINEA) is hosting a series of online information sessions.

The energy transition needs your presence, ideas, passion, and commitment. EUSEW 2025 is your opportunity to join a vibrant community driving real change. Register now, save the date, and get ready for three inspiring days of exchange, collaboration, and discovery.

Taking place in Ispra in Italy on 13-15 May, EUCAD 2025 will bring together leading industry experts, researchers and policymakers to take stock of the latest developments and challenges of cooperative, connected and automated mobility deployment in Europe.

While onsite registration is closed, you can still join us online on 6 May to explore key research and innovation topics under Cluster 5: Climate, Energy and Mobility. Don’t miss your chance to learn more about funding opportunities and topics under the new work programme 2025.

With support from the EU’s research programme, Horizon 2020, the DistrictEES project is reducing natural gas use across Dutch cities and towns – renovating more than 400 homes with energy-efficient upgrades and slashing CO2 emissions.

On 7 and 8 April, a delegation from CINEA visited key construction sites in both France and Spain, witnessing first-hand the project’s progress and technological ambition.

Addressing the need for sustainable insulation practices, ENERGAID aims to introduce a new solution for the air conditioning of confined spaces. With support from Green Assist, ENERGAID is well-positioned to bring its solution to the construction market.

As energy prices rise and calls for greater efficiency grow louder, LIFE AUDIT-PLUS is helping energy intensive industries in 3 European countries embrace new technology to reduce both their costs and their emissions.

Spearheading the development of the world’s first integrated large-scale green steel plant, this low-emission facility supported by the Innovation Fund will produce steel with significantly reduced CO2 emissions.

Explore how Amsterdam is pioneering sustainable urban transport. A CEF Transport funded project rolled out 128 electric buses and 160 charging stations, envisioning a future where residents can seamlessly commute from home to work and back using only electric-powered vehicles.