Hydrogen Valleys (large-scale)
The Hydrogen Valleys (large-scale) program, under the Horizon Europe framework, is a flagship initiative of the Clean Hydrogen Joint Undertaking. It aims to accelerate the deployment of extensive hydrogen ecosystems across Europe, demonstrating comprehensive hydrogen value chains from production to diverse end-uses. The program seeks to activate long-lasting hydrogen economies, contributing significantly to the European Hydrogen Strategy and the broader European Green Deal objectives.
Who is Funded
This program targets consortia capable of deploying large-scale Hydrogen Valleys across European regions, fostering a robust hydrogen economy and contributing to the European Green Deal. It encourages participation from industrial stakeholders, research organizations, and public authorities to drive economic growth and job creation in the hydrogen sector.
What is Funded
This program funds large-scale hydrogen valley projects that cover the complete hydrogen value chain, from the production of at least 5,000 tonnes of renewable hydrogen per year, through distribution and storage, to diverse end-uses across industry, energy, and transport sectors. The projects should demonstrate the ability of hydrogen technologies to decarbonise various sectors and integrate large-scale renewable energy.
Type and Scope of Funding
This program provides grant funding, with a substantial maximum EU contribution of EUR 25 million per project, specifically for large-scale innovation actions. Projects are expected to secure additional co-funding from various stakeholders, highlighting a strong emphasis on leveraging private and other public investments.
Conditions and Requirements
This program imposes specific conditions and requirements for applicants, including adherence to application page limits, consortium formation rules, and financial stipulations. It also outlines provisions regarding intellectual property rights, eligible cost categories, and emphasizes collaboration with public authorities.
Application Procedure
The application process for the Hydrogen Valleys (large-scale) program is a single-stage submission handled through the EU Funding & Tenders Portal. Evaluation is based on specific award criteria, and high-quality proposals that cannot be funded due to budget constraints may receive a 'Seal of Excellence' to aid in securing alternative financing.
Legal Basis
The Hydrogen Valleys (large-scale) program derives its authority and operational guidelines from a robust legal framework, primarily anchored within the Horizon Europe program and the specific mandates of the Clean Hydrogen Joint Undertaking, alongside broader EU regulations.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
25,000,000 €
Open Until:
31.12.2027
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
European Union Member States and Horizon Europe Associated Countries, with a focus on stimulating development in Central and Eastern European regions. Projects are encouraged to span two interconnected valleys in different intra-EU regions.
Sectors:
Energy Production and Supply, Renewable Energy, Transportation and Logistics, Research and Development, Environmental and Climate Protection, Construction and Building Materials, Service Sector, Other
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Prototyping, Pilot Testing, Product Development, Implementation, Scaling, Commercialization
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
Clean Hydrogen Joint Undertaking (JU)
Additional Partners:
Public authorities (Member States, Regions, Cities), Hydrogen Europe, Hydrogen Europe Research, European Investment Bank (EIB), other promotional or commercial banks, European Structural and Investment Funds, Recovery and Resilience Facility, Just Transition Fund, Connecting Europe Facility, Innovation Fund, Modernisation Fund, LIFE, Mission Innovation 2.0 - Clean Hydrogen Mission.
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