Funder: European Commission
Due Dates: September 16, 2025 (opens) | February 17, 2026 (deadline)
Funding Amounts: €18,000,000 total; typical grant ~€9,000,000; 2 projects expected to be funded
Summary: Funding for projects to develop and demonstrate next-generation smart distribution substations that enhance electricity grid resilience and intelligence across Europe.
Key Information: Consortium must include at least five DSOs from different regions, two technology suppliers, and one TSO.