Funder: European Commission
Due Dates: February 17, 2026: Full application submission deadline (single-stage)
Funding Amounts: €18 million total for the topic; expected individual project size around €9 million; project duration typically 36–48 months.
Summary: Supports projects integrating advanced technologies into EU electricity distribution substations to enhance grid resilience, real-time monitoring, and intelligent management.
Key Information: Minimum consortium: 5 DSOs, 2 technology suppliers, 1 TSO; pilots in at least two EU/Associated countries.