EU Energy saving reference framework

Last updated: 19.7.2025
Grant

The EU Energy Saving Reference Framework, funded under the Digital Europe Programme, aims to significantly contribute to Europe's energy transition by leveraging digital technologies. This initiative focuses on developing and deploying a standardized, open-source application to help consumers reduce and optimize their energy consumption, thereby lowering energy bills and ensuring a stable energy supply across the Union.

Who is Funded

The EU Energy Saving Reference Framework program targets a diverse range of organizations and entities across the European Union. Its primary objective is to accelerate the energy transition and foster significant energy savings by developing and deploying digital solutions. The program encourages collaboration with energy providers to ensure wide adoption and effectiveness of the developed framework.

What is Funded

This program funds initiatives focused on the development and deployment of digital solutions aimed at energy saving, particularly within the electricity sector. It supports projects that involve creating standardized consumer applications and integrating smart technologies for optimizing energy consumption. The projects supported typically span from applied research to market introduction, focusing on tangible, deployable solutions.

Type and Scope of Funding

The EU Energy Saving Reference Framework program provides financial support in the form of grants. A significant budget is allocated to support projects under this initiative, enabling the development and deployment of critical digital energy-saving solutions.

Conditions and Requirements

Applicants for the EU Energy Saving Reference Framework program must adhere to specific conditions and requirements outlined in the official call document, covering aspects from application submission to financial management. The program encourages collaborative efforts to maximize its impact across the European Union.

Application Procedure

The application process for the EU Energy Saving Reference Framework program involves several steps, from proposal preparation to submission through a dedicated online system. The evaluation and selection of projects are based on defined award criteria to ensure the most impactful initiatives receive funding.

The EU Energy Saving Reference Framework program is firmly rooted in a comprehensive legal framework established by the European Union, ensuring its mandate, operational guidelines, and financial management adhere to established regulations.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

5,000,000 €

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

5,000,000 €

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

European Union

Sectors

Sectors:

Energy Production and Supply, Information and Communication Technology, Software Development, Research and Development, Environmental and Climate Protection

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Applied Research, Prototyping, Pilot Testing, Product Development, Market Introduction

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

Additional Partners:

Energy providers

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