Strategic Integrated Projects - Climate Action
The LIFE Strategic Integrated Projects (SIPs) for Climate Action provide substantial EU grants to support the comprehensive implementation of national, regional, and urban climate strategies. This program distinguishes itself by fostering large-scale, multi-stakeholder initiatives that mobilize significant complementary funding to accelerate the transition towards climate neutrality and resilience across Europe.
Who is Funded
This section outlines the eligibility criteria for applicants, the geographical scope of funded activities, and the overarching objectives that Strategic Integrated Projects for Climate Action aim to achieve. The program seeks to empower a broad range of legal entities across EU Member States and associated countries to drive large-scale climate action.
What is Funded
This section details the types of projects, thematic areas, and activities that are eligible for funding under Strategic Integrated Projects for Climate Action. It also clarifies what costs can be covered and the typical developmental stage of projects supported by this initiative.
Type and Scope of Funding
This section provides a comprehensive overview of the financial support available through the LIFE Strategic Integrated Projects for Climate Action, including the type of financial instruments, the indicative funding amounts, and the expected duration of supported projects.
Conditions and Requirements
This section outlines the essential rules, regulations, and specific conditions that applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to throughout the application process and project implementation for the LIFE Strategic Integrated Projects - Climate Action.
Application Procedure
This section provides a clear guide to the application process for LIFE Strategic Integrated Projects - Climate Action, from initial submission steps and required documentation to the evaluation stages and how award decisions are communicated to applicants.
Legal Basis
This section identifies the foundational legal and official documents that establish and govern the LIFE Strategic Integrated Projects for Climate Action, providing the primary source of its legitimacy and outlining key overarching regulations.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Open
Maximum Amount:
10,000,000 € - 25,000,000 €
Allocated Budget:
30,000,000 € (for this topic)
Deadline:
04.09.2025, 05.03.2026
Open Until:
31.12.2027
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
Activities must primarily occur in EU Member States or associated non-EU countries. Activities outside these countries are allowed only if essential for achieving EU objectives and ensuring effectiveness within eligible countries. This supports large territorial scale implementation (regional, multi-regional, national, or transnational).
Sectors:
Energy Production and Supply, Renewable Energy, Transportation and Logistics, Agriculture and Agribusiness, Environmental and Climate Protection, Service Sector, Financial Technology, Green Technology
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Implementation, Policy Development, Capacity Building
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission (through the LIFE Programme)
Managed By:
European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency (CINEA)
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