Next generation electrical energy storage for military forward operation bases
The European Defence Fund (EDF) is providing grants for the development of next-generation electrical energy storage systems for military forward operation bases. This program aims to enhance military capabilities by reducing reliance on traditional power sources, improving operational efficiency, and contributing to environmental sustainability in defense missions. It specifically targets innovative solutions for energy storage tailored to the demanding military environment.
Who is Funded and Program Objectives
The program targets a broad range of entities within the European Union and associated countries, focusing on the collaborative development of advanced energy solutions for defense. Its primary objective is to enhance military operational effectiveness and sustainability through innovative energy storage technologies.
What is Funded: Project Scope and Focus Areas
This program supports projects focused on innovative electrical energy storage tailored for military applications, covering both theoretical studies and practical design and validation activities. It emphasizes solutions that integrate advanced technologies, adhere to stringent military requirements, and ensure operational resilience in diverse environments. Supported sectors primarily revolve around defence, energy, ICT, and advanced materials.
Type and Scope of Funding
Financial support is provided in the form of grants under the European Defence Fund. While a total budget for the broader call is specified, individual project funding amounts are not detailed, and the program's duration is implied by the overall EDF period.
Conditions and Requirements for Applicants
Applicants must adhere to specific conditions for proposal submission, consortium formation, and financial management. Strict guidelines are in place regarding document submission, particularly concerning file size, to ensure efficient processing.
Application Process
The application process involves a single-stage submission, with comprehensive guidance and templates available on the Funding & Tender Opportunities Portal. Evaluation criteria and timelines are clearly defined in the call documents, and IT support is available for technical assistance.
Legal Basis of the Program
The program operates under robust legal foundations, primarily established by the European Defence Fund Regulation, complemented by broader EU financial regulations and specific work programmes. These foundational documents are readily accessible to ensure transparency and compliance.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Allocated Budget:
133,000,000 € (for the EDF-2021-ENERENV-D call)
Open Until:
Closed
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
European Union (Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden), plus associated countries like Ukraine, Turkey, and Israel.
Sectors:
Energy Production and Supply, Renewable Energy, Information and Communication Technology, Software Development, Research and Development, Other
Beneficiaries:
Military
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Applied Research, Experimental Development, Feasibility Study, Prototyping, Pilot Testing, Product Development
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Managed By:
Directorate-General for Defence Industry and Space (DEFIS)
Additional Partners:
THERMAL AND MATERIAL ENGINEERINGCENTER LLC (Ukraine), CESKE VYSOKE UCENI TECHNICKE V PRAZE (Czechia), Next Ion Enerji ve Yazilim Sanayi Ticaret Anonim Sirketi (Turkey), NORDIC DIASPORA FORUM (Sweden), Flow Analysis and Simulation Team (Greece), Notitia (Croatia), AMDM-ADVANCED MATERIALS DESIGN & MANUFACTURING LTD (Cyprus), MINDS & SPARKS GMBH (Germany), HAPTIC R&D CONSULTING SRL (Romania), EPSILON MALTA LIMITED (Malta), SIEC BADAWCZA LUKASIEWICZ - INSTYTUT METALI NIEZELAZNYCH (Poland), ASSOCIATION FOR ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OF TRADE BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY ENTERPRISES (Bulgaria), C.I.P. CITIZENS IN POWER (Cyprus), AD Plastik d.d. (Croatia), Informatics360 (UnitedKingdom), SunLight Future Africa (Italy), GRANT GARANT SRO (Czechia), FUNDACIO DEL BIOMIMETIC SCIENCES INSTITUTE (Spain), SENSICHIPS SRL (Italy), TURISTICKA ZAJEDNICA ZAGREBACKE ZUPANIJE (Croatia), Krie Design Ltd (Croatia), SOGECLAIR AEROSPACE SAS (France), EFESTO (France), INTERSPREAD GMBH (Germany), Cognata Ltd. (Israel), Advanced Mechanical Engineering GmbH (Germany), CHERKA TROVA (Bulgaria), Nordic Horizon Institute AB (Sweden).
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