Climate impacts of a hydrogen economy
The 'Climate Impacts of a Hydrogen Economy' program, part of Horizon Europe, is a crucial initiative designed to deepen the understanding of how large-scale hydrogen deployment affects our climate. It aims to provide rigorous scientific assessments to inform policy-makers and private sector actors about associated environmental risks, opportunities, and co-benefits. This research-focused grant helps advance climate science and supports the transition towards a climate-neutral and resilient society by 2050.
Who is Funded and Objectives
The 'Climate impacts of a hydrogen economy' funding program targets a broad range of research-focused entities, primarily within the European Union and associated countries. Its main objective is to generate critical scientific understanding to inform climate action and policy development related to the expanding hydrogen economy. The program emphasizes collaborative research through consortia to achieve its strategic goals.
What is Funded: Scope and Research Focus
This funding program supports research and innovation actions focused on understanding the climate implications of a hydrogen economy, covering relevant scientific sectors and research stages from basic to experimental development. While specific cost details are not provided in this document, the program encourages high standards of data transparency.
Type and Financial Scope of Funding
The 'Climate impacts of a hydrogen economy' program offers grants with a significant financial envelope per project. While individual project durations are not specified, the funding is provided as a grant, and each successful consortium can expect substantial support to advance climate science related to hydrogen.
Conditions and Requirements for Applicants
Applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to various conditions and requirements covering application submission, consortium formation, and data management. These rules ensure project quality, compliance with EU regulations, and effective dissemination of research findings, with particular attention to transparency and openness of data and models.
Application Procedure Overview
The application process for this program followed a single-stage submission, which has now concluded. Applications underwent an evaluation process, with results communicated in July 2023. Applicants were guided by standard forms and comprehensive documentation provided through the Funding & Tenders Portal and relevant work program annexes.
Legal Basis and Governing Documents
The 'Climate impacts of a hydrogen economy' program is legally grounded in the Horizon Europe framework, supported by a series of regulations and decisions that establish its mandate, governance, and operational guidelines. Access to these foundational texts is made available through the European Commission's official platforms, ensuring transparency and compliance.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
4,000,000 €
Allocated Budget:
8,000,000 €
Open Until:
31.12.2027
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
European Union and associated countries, with provisions for other non-EU/non-associated countries as defined by the Horizon Europe Programme Guide. The research conducted under this program supports EU policies and broader international efforts for global climate action.
Sectors:
Research and Development, Environmental and Climate Protection, Energy Production and Supply, Other
Beneficiaries:
Research institutions, industry, public authorities
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Basic Research, Applied Research, Experimental Development
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Additional Partners:
European Space Agency (ESA), Clean Hydrogen Joint Undertaking
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