Integration of low-grade renewable energy or waste heat in high temperature district heating

Last updated: 15.7.2025
Grant

The LIFE-2022-CET-DH call supports initiatives focused on integrating low-grade renewable energy and waste heat into high-temperature district heating systems across Europe. This program is crucial for accelerating the decarbonization of the heating and cooling sector by enabling operators to develop robust investment plans aligned with ambitious EU climate targets.

Who is Funded

This section details the eligibility criteria for applicants, the geographical scope of the program, and its core objectives. The program targets public and private organizations across the European Union and associated countries, aiming to advance the clean energy transition by supporting the modernization of district heating systems.

What is Funded

This section outlines the types of projects and activities eligible for funding, focusing on technical support for energy transition in district heating, and clarifies general cost eligibility rules.

Type and Scope of Funding

This section provides a detailed overview of the financial support available, including the type of instrument, funding amounts, and general program duration.

Conditions and Requirements

This section outlines essential criteria and specific stipulations that applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to throughout the application and project implementation phases.

Application Procedure

This section details the steps involved in submitting an application, the evaluation process, and how decisions are communicated to applicants.

This section outlines the foundational legal and official documents that authorize, establish, and govern the funding program.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

1,500,000 €

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

6,000,000 €

Open Until

Open Until:

31.12.2027

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

European Union and associated countries

Sectors

Sectors:

Energy Production and Supply, Renewable Energy, Environmental and Climate Protection

Beneficiaries

Beneficiaries:

District heating operators/owners, municipalities, regions

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Planning, Policy Development, Capacity Building, Implementation

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

Managed By:

European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency (CINEA)

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