Innovation project in the industrial sector: Energy and transport 2026
This Research Council of Norway grant funds research-driven innovation in energy, petroleum, maritime, and transport sectors to advance sustainable, low-emission industrial solutions.
Funder: Research Council of Norway
Due Dates: Open-ended (Applications accepted on a rolling basis)
Funding Amounts: NOK 1,000,000–20,000,000 per project | Typical duration: 12–48 months | Up to 50% cost coverage for companies
Summary: Supports research-driven innovation projects in Norway’s energy, petroleum, maritime, and transport sectors to advance sustainable, low-emission industrial solutions.
Key Information: Applications are processed continuously until funds are exhausted; earliest project start: Apr 21, 2026; latest: Apr 21, 2027.
Description
This grant from the Research Council of Norway funds innovation projects in the industrial sector—specifically targeting environmentally friendly energy, petroleum, maritime, and transport (including CO₂ capture and storage). The program aims to stimulate research-driven innovation, demonstration of new technologies, and transformative changes in established and emerging industries. Projects should result in new or significantly improved products, services, or processes that support Norway’s transition to a sustainable, low-emission society, and enhance industrial competitiveness. Collaboration between companies and research organizations is encouraged, with a focus on decarbonization, green shipping, smart mobility, and sustainable energy systems.
