Funder: European Commission
Due Dates: August 4, 2026 (opens) | December 1, 2026 (deadline)
Funding Amounts: ~€4.5M per project (lump sum), €18M total, 4 grants expected, project duration typically 36–48 months
Summary: Supports innovative research to identify, assess, and sustainably exploit deep geothermal resources in sedimentary and basement reservoirs, emphasizing technological advances, societal impact, and community engagement.
Key Information: Requires strong integration of social sciences and humanities (SSH); proposals must address environmental and societal impacts and involve community engagement.