Innovation Project for the Industrial Sector: Industry and services 2026
The Research Council of Norway’s Innovation Project for the Industrial Sector: Industry and services 2026 funds collaborative R&D to create sustainable, research-based solutions for climate and societal challenges in Norway.
Funder: Research Council of Norway
Due Dates: Open-ended (applications accepted on a rolling basis)
Funding Amounts: NOK 1,000,000–16,000,000 per project | Project duration: 12–48 months | Up to 50% of project costs funded per company
Summary: Supports collaborative, research-driven innovation projects in Norway’s industrial and service sectors addressing climate and societal challenges with sustainable solutions.
Key Information: Project Owner must be a Norwegian-registered company with economic activity in Norway; at least one Norwegian partner or R&D provider required.
Description
This grant from the Research Council of Norway aims to promote research-based innovation and transformation within Norway’s industrial and service sectors. Projects should integrate significant industrial research or experimental development, leading to new products, services, manufacturing processes, or innovative delivery methods. The initiative prioritizes solutions that address major societal challenges, especially those supporting climate commitments and the transition to a low-emission society. The call encourages collaboration between companies and research organizations to drive environmentally, socially, and economically sustainable growth.
