Growth cohorts: next generation low carbon concrete cohort entry
UK Research and Innovation supports UK businesses developing innovative low-carbon concrete solutions through funding and cohort-based R&D support.
Funder: UK Research and Innovation
Due Dates (Anticipated): July 2026 | July 2027 (projected)
Funding Amounts: £50,000 per project (stage 1); up to £11.5 million across both stages; project duration: 6 months
Summary: Supports UK businesses developing innovative solutions to decarbonise concrete with funding and tailored sector-specific support through a competitive cohort model.
Key Information: Single UK-registered businesses only; strict eligibility and scope; letter of support and video pitch required.
Description
This opportunity, delivered by Innovate UK (part of UK Research and Innovation), is designed to accelerate the decarbonisation of concrete by supporting ambitious UK businesses through funding and a tailored support program. Selected applicants join a "Growth Cohort" to develop and implement innovation and growth plans, with the aim of scaling up next-generation low-carbon concrete solutions and overcoming barriers to industry adoption. The program is structured in two stages, with this call representing the entry (stage 1) competition.
