Community-driven clean energy transition in coal, peat and oil-shale regions
This LIFE Programme call, 'Community-driven clean energy transition in coal, peat and oil-shale regions,' aims to empower communities in these specific European regions to lead their own clean energy transition. It supports the development and implementation of sustainable energy plans, leveraging the Just Transition Mechanism and other funding to foster energy efficiency, renewable energy uptake, and local economic revitalisation.
Who is Funded
This section provides an overview of who is generally eligible for funding, detailing the target groups, geographical scope, and the program's overarching objectives to ensure a clear understanding of the intended beneficiaries and strategic aims.
What is Funded
This section details the types of projects, thematic areas, and activities eligible for funding under the program. It also clarifies covered costs and the typical developmental stages of supported projects, providing specific examples where relevant.
Type and Scope of Funding
This section provides detailed information on the nature of financial support available, including the types of funding instruments, the specific amounts, applicable co-financing rates, and the expected duration for funded projects.
Conditions and Requirements
This section outlines the essential rules, regulations, and specific conditions that applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to. It covers application terms, collaboration requirements, any applicable aid rules, budget stipulations, and other important provisions governing the program.
Application Procedure
This section guides potential applicants through the entire application procedure, covering preparation, submission, required documentation, and explaining how funding decisions are made and communicated.
Legal Basis
This section outlines the foundational legal and official documents that authorize, establish, and govern the funding program, identifying its primary source of legitimacy and crucial overarching regulations.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
1,000,000 €
Allocated Budget:
3,000,000 €
Deadline:
12.01.2022
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
Coal, peat, and oil-shale regions within EU Member States. Projects must involve at least three different target regions in three different Member States.
Sectors:
Energy Production and Supply, Renewable Energy, Construction and Building Materials, Transportation and Logistics, Environmental and Climate Protection, Service Sector, Education and Vocational Training, Social Enterprises, Research and Development, Other
Beneficiaries:
Coal, peat, and oil-shale regions and their communities, including citizens, local authorities, businesses, and other stakeholders involved in clean energy transition efforts.
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Planning, Policy Development, Implementation, Infrastructure, Service Delivery, Capacity Building, Awareness Campaigns
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Union (LIFE Programme)
Managed By:
CINEA (European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency)
Additional Partners:
Just Transition Platform
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