Technical support to clean energy transition plans and strategies in municipalities and regions
The LIFE-2021-CET-LOCAL program empowers local and regional authorities to drive ambitious clean energy transitions. It provides essential technical support and capacity building, fostering institutionalized, cross-sectoral, and tailored energy plans to achieve EU carbon neutrality targets by 2050. This initiative stands out by focusing on comprehensive planning that integrates various sectors and engages a wide range of stakeholders.
Who is Funded
The LIFE-2021-CET-LOCAL program targets public authorities at local and regional levels across the European Union. Its primary goal is to enhance their capabilities in developing and implementing robust clean energy transition plans, contributing significantly to the EU's carbon neutrality objectives.
What is Funded
This program supports a wide array of projects focused on sustainable energy, climate action, and integrated planning. It emphasizes capacity building and the institutionalization of comprehensive energy transition strategies across various sectors.
Type and Scope of Funding
The LIFE-2021-CET-LOCAL program provides financial support in the form of grants, with individual projects able to request up to EUR 1.75 million. The total budget allocated for this specific topic is EUR 7 million.
Conditions and Requirements
Applicants must adhere to specific conditions for submission and project implementation. While collaborations are encouraged, projects must aim to institutionalize integrated energy planning, promote cross-sectoral approaches, and engage diverse stakeholders for successful clean energy transition. Detailed conditions are outlined in the official call document.
Application Procedure
The application process for LIFE-2021-CET-LOCAL involved a single-stage submission via a dedicated online system. Evaluation criteria and timelines were pre-defined to ensure a structured and transparent selection process.
Legal Basis
The LIFE-2021-CET-LOCAL funding program is firmly rooted in established European Union legislation and policies, ensuring its legitimacy and guiding its operational framework. Key documents underpin its mandate and implementation.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
1,750,000 EUR
Allocated Budget:
7,000,000 EUR
Open Until:
31.12.2027
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
European Union (EU Member States)
Sectors:
Energy Production and Supply, Renewable Energy, Environmental and Climate Protection, Research and Development, Service Sector, Water and Waste Management, Transportation and Logistics
Beneficiaries:
Municipalities and regions, Public authorities
Application Type:
Optional Consortium
Funding Stages:
Planning, Policy Development, Capacity Building, Implementation
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Union (LIFE Programme)
Managed By:
CINEA (European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency)
Additional Partners:
INTERSPREAD GMBH (dissemination, exploitation and communication partner), DISTRETTO TECNOLOGICO TRENTINO SCARL SB (green building, renewable energy, environment expertise), PROVINCIE ANTWERPEN (support for municipalities, climate plans), FederaciĆ³n de Municipios de la RegiĆ³n de Murcia (collaboration and solidarity among local authorities, European identity), REGIONALNA ENERGETSKA AGENCIJA SJEVER (energy efficiency and sustainable development, technical support to local/regional governments).
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