Agrifood and Retail SMEs – renewable energy communities

Last updated: 15.7.2025
Grant

This program supports agrifood and retail Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) in establishing Renewable Energy Communities (RECs). It aims to reduce their energy costs and contribute significantly to the EU's clean energy transition by empowering local actors to take ownership of energy production and consumption. The initiative prioritizes environmental, economic, or social community benefits over financial profits.

Who is Funded

This section details the eligibility criteria for applicants, the geographical scope of the program, and its core objectives. The funding primarily targets agrifood and retail SMEs across the EU and other eligible countries, aiming to foster the creation of renewable energy communities for broader societal and economic benefits.

What is Funded

This section outlines the types of projects, thematic areas, and activities supported by the program. It clarifies what costs are eligible for funding and highlights the typical developmental stages of supported projects, with a strong focus on renewable energy communities.

Type and Scope of Funding

This section provides essential details about the financial support available through the program, including the type of financial instrument, funding amounts, and duration guidelines. The program primarily offers grants with a significant co-financing rate.

Conditions and Requirements

This section outlines the critical rules and requirements that applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to. It covers stipulations related to application procedures, consortium formation, compliance with aid rules, and specific budget management guidelines.

Application Procedure

This section guides applicants through the procedural aspects of the funding program, from submission to evaluation and award notification. It outlines the necessary documentation and the methods used for selecting successful proposals.

This section outlines the legal framework and official documents that establish and govern the funding program, ensuring transparency and adherence to European Union regulations.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

2,900,000 €

Open Until

Open Until:

31.12.2027

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Competitive Tender

Region

Region:

European Union, Albania, Moldova, Turkey, Ukraine, Georgia. Projects must address a clearly defined and coherent geographical area and involve partners from at least three different eligible countries.

Sectors

Sectors:

Agriculture and Agribusiness, Service Sector, Renewable Energy, Energy Production and Supply

Beneficiaries

Beneficiaries:

Agrifood and Retail SMEs

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Implementation, Capacity Building

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

Managed By:

European Innovation Council and SMEs Executive Agency (EISMEA)

Additional Partners:

Enterprise Europe Network (EEN), Intellectual Property Helpdesk

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