Electricity, Gas, Smart Grids and CO₂ networks - Studies

Last updated: 19.7.2025
Grant

This EU funding program, 'Electricity, Gas, Smart Grids and CO₂ networks - Studies', provides grants for preparatory studies essential to the implementation of Projects of Common Interest (PCIs) within trans-European energy networks. It aims to accelerate investments in sustainable energy infrastructure, contributing to decarbonisation, energy security, and market integration across the EU. The program specifically supports studies that lay the groundwork for major energy projects, fostering a resilient and interconnected European energy system.

Who is Funded by the CEF-E-2022-PCI-STUDIES Program

This section outlines the eligibility criteria for applicants, the geographical scope of the program, and its core objectives. It details who can receive funding, where projects must be located, and the strategic goals the program seeks to achieve in the energy sector.

What is Funded by CEF-E-2022-PCI-STUDIES

This section details the types of projects and activities eligible for funding, focusing on the energy sectors supported, the categories of costs that can be reimbursed, and the developmental stages of projects that qualify for support under this program. It outlines specific inclusions and exclusions to guide potential applicants.

Conditions and Requirements for CEF-E-2022-PCI-STUDIES

This section outlines the critical conditions and requirements that applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to, covering application terms, rules for collaboration, applicable aid rules, budget stipulations, and other important provisions governing the program.

Application Procedure

This section outlines the process for applying for funding, from proposal preparation to submission and the subsequent evaluation and award channels. It provides essential information on documentation, timelines, and how decisions are communicated to applicants.

This section provides an overview of the legal and official documents that serve as the foundation and governance for the funding program, ensuring transparency and adherence to established EU frameworks.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

No maximum amount specified. Co-financing rates up to 50% for works, potentially 75% for actions with high regional/Union-wide security of supply, solidarity, or innovative solutions.

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

800,000,000 € (total for call, including works)

Deadline

Deadline:

01.09.2022

Open Until

Open Until:

31.12.2028

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Competitive Tender

Region

Region:

European Union

Sectors

Sectors:

Energy Production and Supply, Renewable Energy, Information and Communication Technology, Environmental and Climate Protection

Application Type

Application Type:

Optional Consortium

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Feasibility Study, Planning, Basic Research, Applied Research, Experimental Development, Prototyping

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

Managed By:

European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency (CINEA)

Additional Partners:

Member States

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