Cross-border renewable energy works projects
The Cross-border renewable energy works projects call, under the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF), provides significant EU grants to accelerate Europe's transition to green energy. This program focuses on funding the physical implementation of renewable energy infrastructure across EU Member States and associated third countries, fostering critical cross-border cooperation for a sustainable energy future.
Who is Funded
This section details the eligibility criteria for applicants, the geographical scope of the projects, and the overarching objectives of the Cross-border renewable energy works projects call. Funding is primarily targeted at legal entities in EU Member States and associated third countries, with a prerequisite for projects to hold a Cross-border Renewable Energy (CB RES) status, aiming to advance shared renewable energy goals across borders.
What is Funded
This section outlines the types of projects and activities eligible for funding under the Cross-border renewable energy works projects call, emphasizing the focus on the physical implementation of renewable energy infrastructure. It also clarifies eligible and excluded costs, alongside the expected maturity level of supported projects.
Type and Scope of Funding
This section details the financial parameters of the program, including the type of financial instrument, funding rates, and permissible project durations.
Conditions and Requirements
This section outlines the essential conditions and requirements for applicants and projects under the Cross-border renewable energy works projects call, covering application stipulations, collaboration rules, financial provisions, and other key policies.
Application Procedure
This section details the submission process for the Cross-border renewable energy works projects call, outlining how applications are to be prepared and submitted, and the procedures for evaluation and award.
Legal Basis
This section identifies the foundational legal documents and regulations that govern the Cross-border renewable energy works projects call, ensuring its legitimacy and guiding its operational framework.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
The EU contribution is up to 50% of the total eligible costs, potentially rising to 70% for works undertaken in EU outermost regions. No specific maximum funding amount per project is defined.
Allocated Budget:
A total of 80,000,000 € is specifically allocated for the CEF-E-2025-CBRENEW-WORKS topic in 2024. The broader Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) energy budget for cross-border renewable energy projects (CB RES) for the 2021-2027 period is 875,000,000 €.
Deadline:
16.01.2025
Open Until:
31.12.2030
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
EU Member States, including their outermost regions, and third countries associated with the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) programme.
Sectors:
Renewable Energy, Energy Production and Supply
Beneficiaries:
Entities involved in cross-border renewable energy infrastructure projects.
Application Type:
Optional Consortium
Funding Stages:
Implementation, Infrastructure, Commercialization
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Managed By:
European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency (CINEA)
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