Facing the increase in cooling demand of buildings in the coming years

Last updated: 15.7.2025
Grant

The LIFE-2021-CET-COOLING funding program addresses the critical and growing challenge of cooling demand in European buildings. Its unique approach focuses on developing and implementing integrated, sustainable solutions to reduce energy consumption for cooling, improve overall building energy performance, and increase the adoption of renewable cooling technologies across the EU. This initiative aims to foster a deeper understanding of cooling needs from a bottom-up perspective, supporting both technological and non-technological innovations.

Who is Funded

This section outlines the general eligibility for funding under LIFE-2021-CET-COOLING, detailing the program's objectives and its geographic focus within the European Union.

What is Funded

This section provides details on the types of projects and thematic areas supported by the LIFE-2021-CET-COOLING program, emphasizing sustainable energy solutions for buildings.

Type and Scope of Funding

This section details the financial support available under the LIFE-2021-CET-COOLING program, including the type of financial instrument and the maximum funding amount per project.

Conditions and Requirements

This section outlines the essential rules, regulations, and specific conditions that applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to throughout the application and project implementation phases for LIFE-2021-CET-COOLING.

Application Procedure

This section provides an overview of the application procedure for the LIFE-2021-CET-COOLING program, covering the submission process, evaluation, and how decisions are communicated.

This section outlines the official legal framework and foundational documents that govern the LIFE-2021-CET-COOLING funding program, ensuring its legitimacy and guiding its operational principles.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

2,000,000 €

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

4,000,000 €

Open Until

Open Until:

Ongoing

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

European Union

Sectors

Sectors:

Renewable Energy, Energy Production and Supply, Construction and Building Materials, Environmental and Climate Protection, Research and Development

Application Type

Application Type:

Optional Consortium

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Applied Research, Pilot Testing, Policy Development, Implementation, Process Optimization

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

Managed By:

CINEA

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