Fostering sustainable energy uptake along the whole value chain in industry and services

Last updated: 15.7.2025
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The LIFE-2021-CET-VALUECHAIN program aims to drive sustainable energy uptake across entire industrial and service value chains. This initiative uniquely fosters collaboration between Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) and larger companies to implement holistic energy efficiency and renewable energy solutions, moving beyond traditional individual company efforts. Its main purpose is to accelerate the clean energy transition and contribute to the EU's climate-neutrality goals.

Introduction to the LIFE-2021-CET-VALUECHAIN Program

This program targets a holistic approach to sustainable energy uptake across industrial and service value chains, fostering collaboration between SMEs and larger companies. It aims to maximize energy efficiency and renewable energy use at every process step, aligning with the EU Green Deal and industrial strategy.

Who is Funded: Eligibility and Objectives

This section outlines the types of entities eligible for funding under the LIFE-2021-CET-VALUECHAIN program, its geographical scope, and its key objectives. The program specifically targets companies engaged in value chain collaborations to drive sustainable energy transition.

What is Funded: Project Focus and Areas

This section details the types of projects and activities eligible for funding, focusing on thematic areas and the maturity level of supported initiatives, aimed at driving sustainable energy uptake.

Type and Scope of Funding

This section outlines the financial details of the LIFE-2021-CET-VALUECHAIN program, including the type of financial support offered and the maximum funding amount available per project.

Conditions and Requirements

This section details the necessary conditions and requirements for applicants and beneficiaries under the LIFE-2021-CET-VALUECHAIN program, covering admissibility, eligibility, and financial aspects.

Application Procedure

This section outlines the process for applying to the LIFE-2021-CET-VALUECHAIN program, from submission to evaluation.

This section identifies the foundational legal and official documents that govern the LIFE-2021-CET-VALUECHAIN funding program.

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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 €

Deadline

Deadline:

12.01.2022

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

European Union

Sectors

Sectors:

Energy Production and Supply, Renewable Energy, Service Sector

Beneficiaries

Beneficiaries:

Industry, Services

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Experimental Development, Pilot Testing, Product Development, Process Optimization, Market Introduction, Scaling, Commercialization

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

Managed By:

CINEA

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