Creating the conditions for a global improvement of smart readiness of European buildings

Last updated: 15.7.2025
Grant

The LIFE-2021-CET-SMARTREADY program aims to significantly enhance the smart readiness of European buildings. This initiative supports the widespread adoption of the Smart Readiness Indicator (SRI) and advanced smart technologies, fostering energy efficiency and sustainable urban development. It stands out by integrating privacy and cybersecurity concerns into the design and rollout of innovative building solutions.

Who is Funded by LIFE-2021-CET-SMARTREADY

The LIFE-2021-CET-SMARTREADY program is designed to fund a broad spectrum of entities across European and associated countries, all united by the common goal of advancing smart buildings. The program targets organizations that can contribute to the successful implementation, market uptake, and technological rollout of smart readiness solutions, aligning with European Green Deal objectives.

What is Funded under Smart Readiness for European Buildings

This program provides funding for projects focused on developing and implementing smart solutions within the building sector. It emphasizes actions that drive the practical application and market adoption of innovative technologies, contributing to energy efficiency and a more sustainable built environment.

Type and Scope of Funding for Smart Buildings

The LIFE-2021-CET-SMARTREADY program offers substantial financial support in the form of grants, with a specified maximum contribution per proposal. This funding is designed to encourage significant investments in smart building technologies across Europe.

Conditions and Requirements for Smart Readiness Proposals

Applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to several key conditions and requirements outlined in the program's official documentation. These provisions ensure compliance, effective project implementation, and the responsible use of funds, encompassing application procedures, collaboration guidelines, and other operational stipulations.

Application Procedure

The application process for LIFE-2021-CET-SMARTREADY involves a structured submission and evaluation, with clear guidelines provided in the official call documents.

The LIFE-2021-CET-SMARTREADY funding program operates under a robust legal framework established by European Union regulations and specific program documents.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

2,000,000 €

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

6,000,000 €

Deadline

Deadline:

12.01.2022

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Competitive Tender

Region

Region:

European Union (Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, France, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Sweden), Albania, Israel, Norway, Turkey, United Kingdom

Sectors

Sectors:

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

Beneficiaries

Beneficiaries:

Building sector, ICT sector, Energy sector

Application Type

Application Type:

Optional Consortium

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Implementation, Market Introduction, Product Development, Policy Development, Planning, Pilot Testing

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

Additional Partners:

Various organizations from EU and associated countries, including VET centres (Spain), European HVAC Associations (Belgium), R&I proposal and communication experts (Czechia), project management and consortium formation specialists (Spain), applied research and development firms (Austria), research organizations in climate change and ICT (Norway), SMEs in industrial automation and IoT (Bulgaria), polymer component producers (Croatia), renewable energy project managers (Sweden), AI-BigData-IoT technology providers (Austria), training centers (Spain), R&D&I service providers (Croatia), research and innovation institutes (Sweden), environmental standardisation organizations (Belgium), eco-friendly real-estate SMEs (Portugal), water treatment SMEs (France), human and animal genomics firms (Austria, Spain), business acceleration and exploitation firms (Portugal), sustainability and ESG NGOs (Greece), engineering and consulting firms (Turkey), ICT companies (Italy), youth activity NGOs (Sweden), non-profit organizations for energy efficiency and renewable energy (Italy), environmental sustainability initiatives (Greece), solar energy building concept developers (Netherlands), AI-powered decision support SMEs (Belgium), non-profit organizations for social innovation and entrepreneurship (Sweden), associations for sustainable innovative developments (Austria), municipalities (Hungary, Italy, Israel), communication and dissemination partners (Austria), biomimetic sciences institutes (Spain), local public authorities (Turkey), and cluster organizations for green building and renewable energy (Italy).

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