Increasing energy system flexibility based on sector-integration services to consumers (that benefits system management by DSOs and TSOs)

Last updated: 17.7.2025
Grant

The HORIZON-CL5-2021-D3-02-06 program, part of Horizon Europe, focuses on increasing energy system flexibility through innovative sector-integration services for consumers. This initiative aims to develop new business models and digital solutions that empower consumers to actively participate in energy markets and benefit from their energy consumption flexibility, thereby enhancing overall system management by Distribution System Operators (DSOs) and Transmission System Operators (TSOs).

Who is Funded

This section outlines the eligibility criteria for applicants, the geographical scope of the program, and its core objectives. The program seeks to engage a wide range of energy system actors across Europe and associated countries to foster a more flexible, resilient, and consumer-centric energy system.

What is Funded

This section provides details on the types of projects and thematic areas eligible for funding, including specific sectors supported and the expected maturity level of the projects at their conclusion.

Type and Scope of Funding

This section outlines the financial details of the program, including the type of financial support offered and the budget allocated for this specific topic.

Conditions and Requirements

This section details the critical conditions and requirements that applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to, covering application stipulations, collaboration frameworks, and other significant provisions governing the program.

Application Procedure

This section provides a guide to the application process, from submission steps to evaluation and award procedures, ensuring clarity for potential applicants.

This section outlines the foundational legal framework and official documents that authorize and govern the HORIZON-CL5-2021-D3-02-06 funding program, ensuring transparency and adherence to European regulations.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

25,000,000 €

Open Until

Open Until:

Closed

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

The program primarily targets the European Union and Associated Countries. Specific eligibility criteria for countries are detailed in Annex B of the Horizon Europe Work Programme General Annexes.

Sectors

Sectors:

Energy Production and Supply, Renewable Energy, Information and Communication Technology, Environmental and Climate Protection

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Pilot Testing, Commercialization

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

Managed By:

European Commission (under Horizon Europe)

Additional Partners:

SYNYO GmbH, LC Innoconsult, INELSO Energy Systems Industry Import Export Incorporated Company, People in Focus, MINDS & SPARKS GMBH, Networks for Humans (Net4U) laboratory, ES-GEHT!-ENERGIESYSTEME GMBH, INSTITUTO DE SISTEMAS E ROBOTICA-ASSOCIACAO, AD Plastik d.d., Notitia Ltd, Grupo Colabora Formación y Proyectos, SL, UNIVERSITAS MUHAMMADIYAH PONTIANAK, ASOCIATIA DE STANDARDIZARE DIN ROMANIA, EUROPEAN INSTITUTE FOR PARTICIPATORY MEDIA EV, Flow Analysis and Simulation Team, FINNOVAREGIO, WANSDRONK BV, Norway Innovation Network, ETREL SVETOVANJE IN DRUGE STORITVE DOO, IMC- INDUSTRIAL MANAGEMENT CONSULTING SLOVAKIA, S.R.O., REGENERA LEVANTE SL, GC GENOMICS ESPAÑA, SL, FUNDACIO DEL BIOMIMETIC SCIENCES INSTITUTE, SOLUTOPUS - RECURSOS E DESENVOLVIMENTO LDA, KIMATICA MONOPROSOPI ETAIREIA PERIORISMENIS EUTHYNIS, EPSILON MALTA LIMITED, PROGRESSION-INDUSTRY BV, ZH SRL, AITOWN S.R.L., GOLEM - GESELLSCHAFT FUR INTEGRIERTE MIKROELEKTRONISCHE KOMPLETTLOESUNGEN GMBH, DIGITALNA AGENCIJA, agencija za spletno oglasevanje, d.o.o., RHOE, OpenEconomics srl, WIT BERRY, Informatics360, C.I.P. CITIZENS IN POWER, TECH2MARKET SPOLKA Z OGRANICZONA ODPOWIEDZIALNOSCIA, EU DIASPORA COUNCIL, NORDIC DIASPORA FORUM, OPENCOM I.S.S.C., EVENOR TECH SL, INTERSPREAD GMBH, Dicle Elektrik Dagitim A.S., INNOVATIO IKE, Krie Design Ltd, ISTANBUL AVRUPA ARASTIRMALARI DERNEGI, CONSERVATION EDUCATION AND RESEARCH TRUST, ASCORA GMBH, GRANT GARANT SRO, DBFZ DEUTSCHES BIOMASSEFORSCHUNGSZENTRUM GEMEINNUTZIGE GMBH, Nordic Horizon Institute AB, TURISTICKA ZAJEDNICA ZAGREBACKE ZUPANIJE, EDEN TECH, Vector Biyoteknoloji Limited Sirketi, AGENZIA NAPOLETANA PER L'ENERGIA E PER L'AMBIENTE, SVEUCILISTE U ZAGREBU FAKULTET ELEKTROTEHNIKE I RACUNARSTVA, MUNICIPALITY OF EILAT, AREBS (Association Pour Le Redeploiement Economique Du Bassin Seresien), OIKOPLUS GMBH, One Hub Energia SL, UNIVERSIDADE DE EVORA

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