Innovation Projects for the Industrial Sector: Land-based Bioeconomy 2026
The Research Council of Norway funds innovative R&D projects to drive sustainable technologies and solutions in Norway’s land-based bioeconomy sectors through the Innovation Projects for the Industrial Sector: Land-based Bioeconomy 2026 grant.
Funder: Research Council of Norway
Due Dates: Open-ended (applications accepted until funds are exhausted) | Earliest project start: April 15, 2026 | Latest project start: April 15, 2027
Funding Amounts: NOK 1,000,000–10,000,000 per project; up to 50% of eligible costs; total call budget NOK 46,233,000; project duration 12–48 months
Summary: Supports innovation projects developing new technologies or services for sustainable growth in Norway’s land-based bioeconomy, including forestry, agriculture, food industry, and related sectors.
Key Information: Applications are processed on a rolling basis until funds run out; call may close at short notice.
Description
This funding opportunity from the Research Council of Norway supports innovation projects in the land-based bioeconomy, targeting sectors such as forestry, wood utilisation, agriculture, the food industry, and reindeer husbandry. Projects must be research- or development-driven and aim to advance new technologies, products, or services that contribute to sustainable value creation and development within Norway’s bio-based value chains. Both established and emerging value chains are eligible, with an emphasis on industrial research and experimental development that aligns with Norway’s sustainability and low-emission goals. Projects should address the use of biological raw materials, residuals, and side streams, and result in significant improvements or novel solutions not feasible without external funding.
