Development of innovative technologies for direct seawater electrolysis

Last updated: 16.7.2025
Grant

This program focuses on developing innovative technologies for direct seawater electrolysis, aiming to produce green hydrogen sustainably without requiring freshwater purification. It addresses the critical challenge of water scarcity in hydrogen production, particularly in remote and offshore locations, aligning with EU Hydrogen strategy and REPowerEU Plan.

Who is Funded

This section outlines the general eligibility criteria for funding, detailing who can apply, the geographical scope of the projects, and the overarching strategic objectives of the program. It provides a clear understanding of the intended beneficiaries and the program's strategic aims to foster sustainable hydrogen production.

What is Funded

This section details the types of projects, thematic areas, and activities eligible for funding under the program. It also clarifies what costs are covered and the expected developmental stage of the supported projects. The focus is on innovative research and development in direct seawater electrolysis.

Type and Scope of Funding

This section outlines the financial details of the support provided, including the form of funding, the maximum amounts available per project, and general financial terms. It clarifies the scope of financial assistance and project durations.

Conditions and Requirements

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Application Procedure

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

4,000,000 €

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

Not specified for the overall program; a maximum EU contribution of 4,000,000 € is estimated for this specific topic.

Deadline

Deadline:

17.04.2024

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

All European Union Member States and Associated Countries. Projects may also focus on enabling sustainable green hydrogen production in remote and/or offshore locations globally, particularly in areas with freshwater deficits, with specific reference to varying salinities such as those found in the Mediterranean Sea.

Sectors

Sectors:

Energy Production and Supply, Renewable Energy, Research and Development, Environmental and Climate Protection

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Basic Research, Applied Research, Experimental Development, Prototyping

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

Clean Hydrogen Joint Undertaking (JU), European Commission

Managed By:

Clean Hydrogen JU

Additional Partners:

Hydrogen Europe, Hydrogen Europe Research, European Innovation Council (EIC) Pathfinder Challenge, Joint Research Centre (JRC), EURAMET research programmes (EMPIR and EMRP)

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