Commercial Applications enabled by Space Environments (CASE)
ESA’s CASE grant supports research and development of commercial products and services that harness the unique science opportunities of space environments like microgravity.
Funder: European Space Agency
Due Dates: December 17, 2027 (Clarification/Extension Request Deadline) | December 31, 2027 (Final Submission Deadline)
Funding Amounts: Feasibility studies: up to €500,000; demonstration projects: case-by-case; ESA co-funding up to 80% for SMEs, 50% for industry, 100% for non-commercial research (with caps).
Summary: Supports development of innovative commercial services, products, and applications leveraging microgravity and space environments via funding, technical, and commercial guidance.
Key Information: Applicants must obtain National Delegation approval and may submit up to two Activity Pitch Questionnaires per year.
Description
The European Space Agency's Commercial Applications enabled by Space Environments (CASE) initiative funds and supports the development of innovative commercial services and products that utilize the unique conditions of microgravity and other space environments. By providing access to existing and future space infrastructure—such as facilities aboard the International Space Station (ISS) and planned LEO or lunar platforms—CASE enables businesses to explore phenomena and processes not possible on Earth. The program is structured to support both feasibility studies and demonstration projects, offering not only funding but also technical and commercial guidance, access to ESA’s partner network, and the credibility of the ESA brand. Targeted sectors include, but are not limited to, energy, food, pharmaceuticals, and advanced materials.
