Energy-independent and energy-efficient systems for military camps

Last updated: 18.7.2025
Grant

The 'Energy-independent and energy-efficient systems for military camps' program aims to reduce military forces' dependency on fossil fuels by integrating advanced, sustainable energy solutions. This initiative seeks to enhance the autonomy, resilience, and operational capabilities of military camps, contributing to the EU's net-zero greenhouse gas emissions target while bolstering the European defence industry.

Who is Funded

The 'Energy-independent and energy-efficient systems for military camps' program targets a range of entities from EU Member States and associated countries, focusing on projects that enhance defence capabilities through sustainable energy solutions. The program's core objective is to improve energy independence and efficiency within military operations.

What is Funded

The program funds projects focused on developing and implementing energy-independent and efficient systems for military camps, covering various stages from feasibility studies to qualification. It supports a broad range of activities within the defence and energy sectors, with specific guidelines on eligible and excluded costs.

Type and Scope of Funding

This program provides grant funding specifically for development actions, with a substantial budget allocated for the year 2024. While specific per-project funding amounts are not detailed, co-financing is an option.

Conditions and Requirements

Applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to strict conditions and requirements, encompassing application stipulations, mandatory consortium formations, specific budget rules, and broader policy provisions to ensure project integrity and alignment with EU defence goals.

Application Procedure

The application process for this call has concluded, with proposals submitted and currently under evaluation. Detailed guidance on submission, documentation, and evaluation criteria was provided through official channels.

The 'Energy-independent and energy-efficient systems for military camps' program operates under a comprehensive legal framework, ensuring its legitimacy and guiding its implementation according to established European regulations and policies.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

40,000,000 €

Deadline

Deadline:

05.11.2024

Open Until

Open Until:

31.12.2027

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

European Union Member States and European Defence Fund Associated Countries, with demonstration activities planned across various geographic and climatic regions (Arctic, continental, arid, tropical). Projects must consider interoperability with inter-allied armies and NATO.

Sectors

Sectors:

Energy Production and Supply, Renewable Energy, Information and Communication Technology, Research and Development, Other

Beneficiaries

Beneficiaries:

Military camps, armed forces

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Feasibility Study, Prototyping, Pilot Testing, Product Development, Process Optimization, Experimental Development, Applied Research, Implementation, Other

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

Additional Partners:

Member States or EDF associated countries (joint agreement/support required)

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