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

September 23, 2025 (single-stage)

Approx. €1,000,000 lump sum per grant; 1 grant expected

Supports EU-wide cooperation and knowledge exchange to accelerate industrial decarbonisation through coordinated research, innovation, and policy alignment among national and regional authorities.

--- ## Description This funding opportunity aims to foster increased cooperation across EU Member States and Associated Countries to accelerate the decarbonisation of energy-intensive industries. The initiative is part of the Horizon Europe programme and specifically supports the implementation of the ERA Action on accelerating R&I investments for Europe’s industrial transformation and competitive sustainability (2025-2027 ERA Policy Agenda). The grant focuses on: - Enhancing synergies, coordination, and mutual learning among national and regional authorities responsible for industrial and energy policies. - Exchanging best practices and aligning research and innovation (R&I) agendas to drive industrial decarbonisation. - Developing or updating national and regional roadmaps, strategies, and action plans for decarbonising energy-intensive industries. - Making relevant projects visible on the European Innovation Centre for Industrial Transformation and Emissions (INCITE) Platform, using methodologies developed by the Joint Research Centre and the European Commission. Activities will include analytical work, knowledge sharing, workshops, and valorisation of project results, all in line with EU Council conclusions and the broader Clean Industrial Deal. --- ## Due Dates - Proposal submission deadline: **September 23, 2025, 17:00 Brussels time** - Call opens: May 22, 2025 --- ## Funding Amount - **Total budget for this topic:** Approx. €1,000,000 (lump sum) - **Number of grants expected:** 1 - **Project funding is provided as a lump sum under the Horizon Europe CSA (Coordination and Support Action) model.** --- ## Eligibility - **Who can apply:** - Legal entities (public or private bodies) established in EU Member States or Horizon Europe Associated Countries. - National and regional governments and relevant public bodies responsible for policies, strategies, or programmes addressing energy-intensive industries are expected to lead or be central in the consortium. - For full eligibility criteria, see [Annex B of the Horizon Europe Work Programme General Annexes](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/wp-call/2025/wp-14-general-annexes_horizon-2025_en.pdf). - **Non-EU/Non-Associated Countries:** Some may participate under specific provisions; see the [Horizon Europe Programme Guide](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/guidance/programme-guide_horizon_en.pdf). --- ## Application Process - **Submission:** - Single-stage submission via the [EU Funding & Tenders Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/HORIZON-CL4-INDUSTRY-2025-01-TWIN-TRANSITION-38?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=6&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate). - **Documents Required:** - Application form ([template available here](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/temp-form/af/af_he-csa_en.pdf)) - Detailed budget ([template](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/common/temp-form/af/detailed-budget-table_he-ls-euratom_en.xlsm)) - Additional supporting documents as specified in the portal. - **Evaluation:** - Proposals are evaluated based on excellence, impact, and quality/efficiency of implementation (see [Annex D](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/wp-call/2025/wp-14-general-annexes_horizon-2025_en.pdf)). - Award criteria and thresholds are detailed in the General Annexes. - **Timeline:** - Results are typically communicated several months after the deadline. - Grant agreement preparation follows successful evaluation. --- ## Additional Information - **Scope:** - Active networking, mutual learning, and whole-of-government approaches are encouraged. - Proposals should build an overview of national/regional technology roadmaps and compare to European-level initiatives (e.g., ERA, SET-Plan, Net Zero Industry Act). - Knowledge valorisation and monitoring tools are expected outputs. - **Legal and Financial:** - Grants are provided as lump sums under Horizon Europe rules ([see decision](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/guidance/ls-decision_he_en.pdf)). - **Partner Search:** - The portal supports partner search for consortia building ([partner search tool](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/how-to-participate/partner-search?order=DESC&pageNumber=1&pageSize=50&sortBy=lastModified&isExactMatch=true&type=ORGANISATION,PERSON&frameworkProgramme=43108390)). --- ## External Links - [Call Topic and Submission Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/HORIZON-CL4-INDUSTRY-2025-01-TWIN-TRANSITION-38?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=6&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 2025](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/wp-call/2025/wp-14-general-annexes_horizon-2025_en.pdf) - [INCITE Platform](https://innovation-centre-for-industrial-transformation.ec.europa.eu/) - [Mutual Learning Exercise on Industrial Decarbonisation](https://projects.research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu/en/statistics/policy-support-facility/psf-challenge/mutual-learning-exercise-industrial-decarbonisation) - [Online Manual for Applicants](https://webgate.ec.europa.eu/funding-tenders-opportunities/display/OM/Online+Manual) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |---------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | Funder Homepage | [European Commission](https://commission.europa.eu/index_en) | | General Contact | [Contact the European Commission](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/contact_en)| | Research Enquiries | [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 Helpdesk | [Portal IT Helpdesk](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/helpdesks/contact-form) | ---

Synergies and mutual learning with national and regional initiatives in Europe on Industrial decarbonisation (CSA)

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