Innovation project in the industrial sector: Energy and transport 2026
Funds Norwegian industrial innovation projects in energy, transport, maritime, petroleum, and CCS that advance sustainable, low-emission technologies and support the transition to a competitive green economy.
Funder: Research Council of Norway (https://www.forskningsradet.no)
Due Dates: Open-ended (applications accepted on a rolling basis)
Funding Amounts: NOK 1,000,000–20,000,000 per project | Project duration: 12–48 months | Up to 50% of eligible company costs covered (lower for some activities/companies)
Summary: Supports Norwegian industrial innovation projects in energy, transport, maritime, petroleum, and CCS that advance a sustainable, competitive, low-emission future.
Key Information: Project Owner must be a Norwegian-registered company; at least one Norwegian partner or R&D provider is required.
Description
This opportunity funds innovation projects in Norway's industrial sector focused on environmentally friendly energy, petroleum, maritime, transport, and CO₂ capture and storage (CCS). The aim is to foster research-driven innovation and the demonstration of new technologies that contribute to a sustainable, low-emission society and strengthen Norway's industrial competitiveness. Projects may deliver new products, services, processes, or significant improvements to existing ones and must demonstrate potential for energy efficiency, emissions reduction, or sustainable resource use.
Thematic priorities include:
- Renewable energy (hydropower, wind, solar, ocean, bio, geothermal)
- Energy distribution and efficient use in buildings/industry
- Decarbonization, batteries, hydrogen, and biofuels
- Digitalization and safety in maritime industries
- Green shipping and smart mobility solutions
- Cost-effective CCS technologies
The program prioritizes projects with broad participation from Norwegian companies, credible financing and scaling plans, and those advancing the transition to a low-emission society in line with the Paris Agreement.
