Connecting Europe Facility
The Connecting Europe Facility funds research and innovation to build sustainable, efficient, and interconnected EU transport, energy, and digital infrastructure.
Funder: European Commission
Due Dates: Calls are issued throughout the year by sector (Transport, Energy, Digital); see program pages for open and upcoming deadlines.
Funding Amounts: €25.8B (Transport) | €5.84B (Energy) | €1.5B (Digital) allocated for 2021–2027; award sizes and durations vary by call.
Summary: Supports strategic infrastructure projects to enhance connectivity, sustainability, and economic growth across the EU in transport, energy, and digital sectors.
Description
The Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) is a flagship EU funding instrument designed to promote economic growth, job creation, and competitiveness through strategic infrastructure investments. CEF supports the development of high-performing, sustainable, and interconnected trans-European networks in three main sectors: Transport, Energy, and Digital. The program aims to address missing links and bottlenecks in Europe’s core infrastructure, making travel more efficient and sustainable, enhancing energy security, enabling greater use of renewables, and improving digital connectivity and cross-border interactions among public administrations, businesses, and citizens. Synergies between sectors are encouraged to optimize costs and results.
