Cost-effective, sustainable multi-functional and/or prefabricated holistic renovation packages, integrating RES and including re-used and recycled materials (Built4People)

Last updated: 17.7.2025
Grant

The HORIZON-CL5-2021-D4-02-02 call, part of Horizon Europe, sought to advance cost-effective, sustainable, and multi-functional renovation solutions for buildings. This initiative aimed to significantly improve energy performance and living conditions by integrating renewable energy sources and promoting the use of re-used and recycled materials, aligning with the Built4People European Partnership's goals.

Who is Funded

This funding program primarily targets organizations and entities dedicated to advancing sustainable building renovation and energy efficiency across Europe. It aims to foster a people-centric transformation of the built environment, ensuring broader societal benefits.

What is Funded

The program supports innovative projects focused on developing and demonstrating cost-effective, sustainable, and multi-functional renovation packages for buildings. These solutions must integrate renewable energy sources and incorporate re-used and recycled materials, contributing to a circular and climate-neutral economy.

Type and Scope of Funding

This program provides financial support in the form of grants, with specific funding rates designed to encourage sustainable innovation in the built environment. It outlines the financial contribution and the expected scale of the projects.

Conditions and Requirements

Applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to a set of general and specific conditions outlined in the Horizon Europe Work Programme General Annexes and the topic-specific provisions. These cover application format, eligibility, financial capacity, and project implementation standards.

Application Procedure

The application process involved a single-stage submission via the EU Funding & Tenders Portal, with evaluation based on defined criteria.

The program is established and governed by the foundational legal framework of Horizon Europe, complemented by specific regulations and guidelines that ensure its proper implementation and financial management.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

Up to 60% of eligible costs for members of the partnership; up to 100% of total eligible costs for non-profit legal entities.

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

22,000,000 €

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

European Union Member States and countries associated with Horizon Europe. Demonstrations are expected in diverse geographical areas, with examples of participating entities from Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Latvia, Netherlands, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom, Albania, Israel, Norway, and Turkey.

Sectors

Sectors:

Construction and Building Materials, Energy Production and Supply, Renewable Energy, Information and Communication Technology, Research and Development, Environmental and Climate Protection, Service Sector, Other

Beneficiaries

Beneficiaries:

Building owners and users, households experiencing energy poverty issues, players across the built environment value chain.

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Experimental Development, Prototyping, Pilot Testing, Product Development, Commercialization

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

Additional Partners:

Built4People European Partnership

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