Electricity, Gas, Smart Grids, Hydrogen and CO₂ networks - Works
The CEF Energy program offers grants for 'works' projects focused on trans-European energy infrastructure. This call specifically targets electricity, gas, smart grids, hydrogen, and CO₂ networks, aiming to integrate efficient energy markets, promote decarbonization, and enhance security of supply across the EU. It supports Projects of Common Interest (PCIs) and Projects of Mutual Interest (PMIs) that provide significant socio-economic benefits and cannot secure adequate market financing.
Who is Funded
This section details the entities eligible for funding under the CEF Energy 'Works' program, focusing on those responsible for developing and implementing crucial trans-European energy infrastructure. It also outlines the geographical scope and the overarching objectives that funded projects must address, emphasizing their contribution to a more integrated, decarbonized, and secure EU energy system.
What is Funded
This section outlines the specific types of projects and activities eligible for financial support, the thematic areas covered, and criteria for eligible costs. It also clarifies the typical maturity stages of projects that the CEF Energy 'Works' program aims to fund, focusing on tangible infrastructure development and deployment.
Type and Scope of Funding
This section details the financial mechanisms available through the CEF Energy 'Works' program, including the type of financial support, funding rates, and typical project durations. It outlines the financial parameters for potential beneficiaries, emphasizing the program's role in addressing market financing gaps for critical energy infrastructure.
Conditions and Requirements
This section outlines the essential rules, regulations, and specific conditions that applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to throughout the application and project implementation phases. It covers legal stipulations, collaboration rules, and financial and reporting requirements to ensure compliance and effective program execution.
Application Procedure
This section guides applicants through the procedural aspects of securing funding, detailing the submission process, required documentation, and how proposals are evaluated. It provides essential information for navigating the application journey and understanding the selection criteria.
Legal Basis
This section identifies the foundational legal and official documents that authorize and govern the CEF Energy 'Works' funding program. These documents provide the regulatory framework for its operation and financial management.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Open
Maximum Amount:
Up to 75% of eligible costs
Allocated Budget:
600,000,000 € (for 2025)
Deadline:
16.09.2025
Open Until:
31.12.2027
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
European Union (EU27), Third Countries (if essential for action, with agreement from concerned EU Member States).
Sectors:
Energy Production and Supply, Renewable Energy, Information and Communication Technology, Environmental and Climate Protection
Beneficiaries:
Energy industry, public authorities, research institutions, private companies, and operators involved in electricity, gas, hydrogen, and CO2 infrastructure development.
Application Type:
Optional Consortium
Funding Stages:
Infrastructure, Implementation, Prototyping
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Managed By:
European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency (CINEA)
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