Optimised/Alternative Silicon Growth Technologies (from either liquid or gaseous phase) for PV Applications (EUPI-PV Partnership)

Last updated: 17.7.2025
Grant

This program, part of the Horizon Europe framework, aims to advance photovoltaic (PV) solar cell technology by fostering the development of optimized and alternative silicon growth processes. It seeks to enhance Europe's solar PV manufacturing capacity, reduce environmental impact, and decrease strategic dependencies on critical raw materials and components, thereby contributing to a more resilient and competitive European economy. The initiative specifically targets innovations in silicon ingot and wafer production for higher efficiency and sustainability.

Who is Funded and Program Objectives

This section outlines the eligibility criteria for applicants, the geographical scope of the program, and its core objectives. The program targets multidisciplinary consortia with a focus on advancing silicon growth technologies for PV applications, aiming to strengthen Europe's economic and industrial base in the solar sector.

What is Funded: Scope and Focus Areas

This section details the types of projects and thematic areas eligible for funding, focusing on innovations in silicon growth and processing for photovoltaic applications. It also clarifies how costs are covered and the developmental stages of projects that the program aims to support.

Type and Scope of Funding

This section provides information on the financial support mechanisms, including the type of funding instrument and the maximum funding available per project. It outlines the direct financial parameters for potential applicants.

Conditions and Requirements

This section details the essential conditions and requirements that applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to throughout the application and project implementation phases. It covers administrative stipulations, consortium formation rules, budget management, and other vital provisions.

Application and Evaluation Procedure

This section outlines the process for submitting applications, from preparation to evaluation and award. It provides guidance on necessary forms and where to find official documentation and support.

This section outlines the foundational legal and official documents that authorize, establish, and govern the funding program, providing clarity on its mandate and operational framework within the broader European Union context.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Open

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

9,000,000 €

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

18,000,000 €

Deadline

Deadline:

02.09.2025

Open Until

Open Until:

Ongoing

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

European Union and associated countries, with specific provisions for certain non-EU/non-Associated Countries.

Sectors

Sectors:

Energy Production and Supply, Renewable Energy, Research and Development, Other

Beneficiaries

Beneficiaries:

PV solar cell manufacturing, crystalline silicon production

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Experimental Development, Feasibility Study, Product Development, Process Optimization, Scaling, Commercialization

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

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