Hydrogen for heat production for hard-to-abate industries (e.g. retrofitted burners, furnaces)

Last updated: 16.7.2025
Grant

The HORIZON-JTI-CLEANH2-2023-04-04 topic supports the decarbonization of energy-intensive, hard-to-abate industrial sectors by advancing hydrogen-based heat production. This initiative focuses on retrofitting existing industrial infrastructure with advanced hydrogen burner systems, aiming to achieve 100% fossil fuel substitution and low NOₓ emissions. It seeks to drive innovation and EU leadership in sustainable industrial heat solutions.

Who is Funded

This section details the eligibility criteria for applicants, the geographical scope of the program, and its core objectives. The program targets consortia capable of advancing hydrogen technologies for industrial heat, with a focus on EU Member States and Associated Countries, to drive decarbonization and foster EU leadership in clean energy.

What is Funded

This section outlines the types of projects and activities eligible for funding, focusing on the development and validation of integrated hydrogen burner systems for industrial furnaces. It specifies the target sectors, eligible costs, and the required technology readiness levels (TRL) for projects.

Type and Scope of Funding

This section details the financial instrument used and the maximum funding available for this specific topic, providing clarity on the financial support structure.

Conditions and Requirements

This section outlines the crucial conditions and requirements for participation, covering application rules, consortium formation, budget stipulations, and intellectual property aspects.

Application Procedure

This section provides details on the application process, including submission dates and evaluation timelines, noting that the call is now closed.

This section outlines the fundamental legal and regulatory framework that underpins the funding program, ensuring its legitimacy and guiding its operational aspects.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

6,000,000 €

Deadline

Deadline:

18.04.2023

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

European Union, Associated Countries

Sectors

Sectors:

Energy Production and Supply, Environmental and Climate Protection, Other

Beneficiaries

Beneficiaries:

Energy-intensive industrial sectors (e.g., steel, glass, ceramics)

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Prototyping, Pilot Testing, Product Development, Process Optimization, Market Introduction

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

Clean Hydrogen Joint Undertaking (Clean Hydrogen JU)

Additional Partners:

Hydrogen Europe (for industrial partners), Hydrogen Europe Research (for research partners)

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