[European Commission](https://commission.europa.eu/index_en)

September 24, 2025 (17:00 Brussels time)

€1,000,000 total for this topic; single-stage; project grants

Supports research projects for the just transition of the EU coal sector, focusing on climate neutrality, environmental restoration, and worker reskilling.

--- ## Description This funding opportunity supports research and innovation projects that facilitate the EU's transition toward a climate-neutral economy by 2050, in line with the European Green Deal. The grant targets the rapid phasing out of coal, development of alternative activities on former mine sites, and addressing environmental damage from coal mines during closure or post-operation. Key focus areas include: - Carbon dioxide capture, use, and storage technologies - Geothermal energy use on former coal sites - Innovative uses of mining wastes and residues - Repurposing coal-related infrastructure - Reskilling and upskilling workers affected by coal phase-out - Improving health and safety in coal regions - Addressing diseases related to mining activities - Minimizing environmental impacts, such as pollution, methane emissions, and water contamination Projects should deliver tangible climate and environmental benefits and strengthen European leadership in managing the coal transition through both technological and non-technological solutions. --- ## Due Dates - Opening date: June 18, 2025 - Submission deadline: September 24, 2025 (17:00 Brussels time) - Single-stage application process --- ## Funding Amount - Total available for this topic: €1,000,000 - Funding is provided as project grants (RFCS-PJG, RFCS Action Grant Budget-Based) - The number of funded projects is not specified; refer to the call document for details on grant size per project --- ## Eligibility - Eligible countries: Detailed in [section 6 of the call document](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/rfcs/wp-call/2025/call-fiche_rfcs-2025_en.pdf) - Typically open to legal entities (universities, research centers, companies, public bodies) established in EU Member States and associated countries - Applicants must demonstrate financial and operational capacity (see section 7 of the call document) - Proposals must address the aims and objectives outlined for the just transition of the coal sector --- ## Application Process - Submit proposals electronically via the [EU Funding & Tenders Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/RFCS-2025-01-AM?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=2&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) - Single-stage submission - Admissibility conditions, proposal page limits, and layout are described in [section 5 of the call document](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/rfcs/wp-call/2025/call-fiche_rfcs-2025_en.pdf) and in the application form - Evaluation and award criteria are outlined in [sections 8 and 9 of the call document](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/rfcs/wp-call/2025/call-fiche_rfcs-2025_en.pdf) - Application templates and budget forms are available on the portal --- ## Additional Information - Projects must align with the European Green Deal and support a just transition for coal regions - Special attention is given to projects that minimize environmental impacts and propose innovative solutions for site repurposing and worker reskilling - The grant is managed by the Directorate-General for Research and Innovation --- ## External Links - [Call Topic & Submission Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/RFCS-2025-01-AM?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=2&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) - [Call Document (PDF)](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/rfcs/wp-call/2025/call-fiche_rfcs-2025_en.pdf) - [Standard Application Form (RFCS)](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/rfcs/temp-form/af/af_rfcs_en.pdf) - [Detailed Budget Table](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/rfcs/temp-form/af/detailed-budget-table_rfcs_en.xlsx) - [EU Funding & Tenders Portal Online Manual](https://webgate.ec.europa.eu/funding-tenders-opportunities/display/OM/Online+Manual) - [FAQ – Submission of Proposals](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/faq?order=DESC&pageNumber=1&pageSize=10&sortBy=publicationDate&isExactMatch=true&type=1&grantCategories=p_submission_eval) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Contact/Link | |---------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General Enquiries | [Contact the European Commission](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/contact_en) | | IT Helpdesk | [IT Helpdesk Contact Form](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/helpdesks/contact-form) | | Online Manual | [EU Funding & Tenders Portal Online Manual](https://webgate.ec.europa.eu/funding-tenders-opportunities/display/OM/Online+Manual) | | FAQ | [Funding & Tenders Portal FAQ](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/faq) |

RFCS-2025 Coal Accompanying Measures

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