Development and demonstration of cost affordable and adaptable retrofit solutions for tailpipe and brake polluting emissions

Last updated: 17.7.2025
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The Horizon Europe programme presents a unique funding opportunity for the development and demonstration of affordable and adaptable retrofit solutions targeting tailpipe and brake polluting emissions from vehicles. This initiative aims to significantly improve urban air and water quality, reduce health impacts, and contribute to Europe's climate neutrality goals by addressing emissions from the existing road and rail fleet.

Who is Funded by Horizon Europe for Clean Transport?

This program focuses on supporting eligible organizations across Europe and internationally to drive innovation in clean transport. The primary goal is to address environmental and health impacts of vehicle emissions by fostering the development of advanced retrofit technologies.

What Innovative Solutions and Sectors are Funded?

This program supports innovative projects focused on developing and demonstrating cost-effective solutions for reducing polluting emissions from vehicles. The funding targets specific sectors and aims for a high level of technological readiness upon project completion.

Type and Scope of Funding for Emissions Control

The program offers financial support through grants to drive innovation. While specific project amounts vary, an overall budget has been allocated to the topic, and projects are expected to operate within a defined timeframe.

Conditions and Requirements for Applicants

Applicants must adhere to specific conditions and requirements outlined in the Horizon Europe Work Programme General Annexes, covering admissibility, eligibility, evaluation, and legal aspects.

Application Procedure and Evaluation for Horizon Europe

The application process for this Horizon Europe funding involves specific submission steps, documentation, and a structured evaluation by the European Commission.

The funding program is established and governed by a comprehensive set of legal and official European Union documents, ensuring transparency and adherence to a clear regulatory framework.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

Individual project funding is part of the overall topic budget of 10,000,000 €.

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

10,000,000 € (total for topic in 2021)

Deadline

Deadline:

14.09.2021

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

European Union (with encouraged international cooperation)

Sectors

Sectors:

Transportation and Logistics, Research and Development, Environmental and Climate Protection, Information and Communication Technology

Beneficiaries

Beneficiaries:

Road transport sector, rail transport sector, public transport workers and users, citizens, European automotive industry, European maritime technology sector

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Experimental Development, Pilot Testing, Product Development, Process Optimization, Market Introduction, Commercialization

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

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