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

February 24, 2026

€1.5M–€2.5M per project (lump sum grants); total call budget €10M; up to 5 projects funded

Supports projects accelerating the adoption and commercialization of EU space data for strategic sectors such as energy, climate, green finance, and smart cities.

--- ## Description This grant, under the Horizon Europe program, aims to overcome fragmentation in sectorial demand and promote large-scale adoption of EU space data in Europe’s strategic priority areas. The focus is on fostering the development and commercialization of innovative space-based solutions tailored to the needs of downstream industries, leveraging EGNSS (Galileo/EGNOS) and Copernicus capabilities. Projects should address challenges in energy, climate adaptation, green financing, or liveable cities, and may utilize digital technologies such as AI, big data, blockchain, and more. Proposals must promote cooperation among industry, SMEs, research institutions, and authorities, and demonstrate a clear path to commercial exploitation and impact. --- ## Due Dates - February 24, 2026: Submission deadline (single-stage full application) --- ## Funding Amount - Total call budget: €10,000,000 - Typical EU contribution per project: €1,500,000–€2,500,000 (lump sum grants) - Indicative number of grants: Up to 5 projects funded - Funding is provided as a lump sum; actual requested amounts may vary. --- ## Eligibility - Proposals must be submitted by consortia including legal entities from eligible countries as defined in [Annex B of the Horizon Europe Work Programme](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/wp-call/2025/wp-14-general-annexes_horizon-2025_en.pdf). - Both public and private sector organizations (industry, SMEs, research institutions, city authorities, etc.) can participate. - Proposals must address only one of the four priority areas: Energy, Climate adaptation/environmental footprint reduction, Green financing/insurance, or Liveable cities. - Use of Copernicus and/or Galileo/EGNOS data/services is required if satellite-based earth observation or positioning is involved. - International cooperation is encouraged. - Proposals addressing Galileo PRS (Public Regulated Service) are out of scope. --- ## Application Process - Single-stage application; submission opens October 22, 2025. - Applications must be submitted via the [EU Funding & Tenders Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/HORIZON-EUSPA-2026-SPACE-02-51?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=15&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate). - Proposals must include a business plan and clearly identify the priority area addressed. - Evaluation will consider excellence, impact (including the business plan), and quality of implementation. - At least one top-ranked proposal per priority area will be funded, provided it meets evaluation thresholds. - Detailed guidance, templates, and supporting documents are available on the portal ([see links below](#external-links)). --- ## Additional Information - Projects should leverage digital tools (AI, Big Data, Quantum, Blockchain, Digital Twins, etc.) and explore synergies with satellite communications. - Proposals must demonstrate involvement of end users (e.g., city authorities, private sector) and plan for commercial exploitation. - Gender dimension in research should be addressed where relevant. - Proposals must be complementary to existing EU, ESA, and national activities, and use European technologies/building blocks where possible. --- ## External Links - [Call Details & Application Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/HORIZON-EUSPA-2026-SPACE-02-51?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=15&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) - [Horizon Europe Programme Guide](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/guidance/programme-guide_horizon_en.pdf) - [General Annexes (Eligibility, Evaluation, etc.)](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/wp-call/2025/wp-14-general-annexes_horizon-2025_en.pdf) - [Online Manual (Application Process)](https://webgate.ec.europa.eu/funding-tenders-opportunities/display/OM/Online+Manual) - [Standard Application Form (HE RIA, IA)](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/temp-form/af/af_he-ria-ia_en.pdf) - [Partner Search Tool](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/how-to-participate/partner-search) - [National Contact Points (NCPs)](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/ncp) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Contact/Link | |------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General Enquiries | [European Commission Contact](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/contact_en) | | Research Programme Queries | [Research Enquiry Service](https://research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu/contact-us/research-enquiry-service_en) | | National Contact Points | [Find your NCP](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/ncp) | | IT/Portal Support | [IT Helpdesk](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/helpdesks/contact-form) | | Phone (EC switchboard) | +32 2 299 11 11 | ---

Space Data Economy - European Commission

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