Developing support mechanisms for energy communities
The LIFE-2022-CET-ENERCOM program aims to empower energy communities across the European Union by fostering collaboration between local and regional authorities and citizen-led initiatives. This grant scheme provides financial support to overcome practical challenges in developing sustainable energy projects, driving the clean energy transition, and enhancing social acceptance at the local level.
Who is Funded
The LIFE-2022-CET-ENERCOM program targets a broad range of public and private organizations across the European Union and associated countries, with a primary focus on initiatives that foster collaboration between local authorities and citizen-led energy communities. The overarching goal is to accelerate the clean energy transition by supporting the emergence and growth of community energy projects.
What is Funded
The program funds projects focused on developing support mechanisms for energy communities, encompassing a wide range of sustainable energy areas. It prioritizes actions that address key practical challenges faced by these communities, such as access to information, finance, and efficient project implementation.
Type and Scope of Funding
This program provides financial support in the form of grants, with a specified indicative maximum contribution per project. The overall budget allocated to this specific topic is also detailed.
Conditions and Requirements
Applicants must adhere to specific conditions related to proposal admissibility, financial and operational capacity, and ethical considerations. Participation typically requires a multi-country consortium.
Application Procedure
The application process follows a single-stage submission, involving the preparation and submission of specific forms and adherence to stated deadlines.
Legal Basis
The program operates under the comprehensive legal framework established by key European Union regulations, ensuring its legitimacy and alignment with broader energy and climate objectives.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
1,500,000 EUR
Allocated Budget:
6,500,000 EUR
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
European Union
Sectors:
Energy Production and Supply, Renewable Energy, Environmental and Climate Protection, Service Sector, Information and Communication Technology, Transportation and Logistics
Beneficiaries:
Citizens, local authorities, energy communities, businesses, and public/private actors involved in sustainable energy and energy efficiency.
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Managed By:
CINEA (European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency)
Additional Partners:
National Contact Points (NCPs), private companies (SMEs), non-governmental organizations, public organizations (e.g., municipalities, regional agencies), and educational/research institutions from various EU and associated countries. Examples include BEIA CONSULT INTERNATIONAL SRL (Romania), AGENCE PARISIENNE DU CLIMAT ASSOCIATION (France), IMRO-DDKK KORNYEZETVEDELMI NONPROFIT KFT (Hungary), SYNYO GmbH (Austria), Mahrek Technology Inc. (Turkey), CSI CENTER FOR SOCIAL INNOVATION LTD (Cyprus), UAT Municipiul Roman (Romania), AYUNTAMIENTO DE MISLATA (Spain).
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