RFCS-2023-JT-Big Tickets for Coal
The RFCS-2023-JT 'Big Tickets for Coal' call provided grant funding for significant research and innovation projects in the coal sector. This initiative specifically aimed to support the just transition of coal regions, emphasizing environmental impact minimization and health and safety improvements, aligning with the European Green Deal and climate neutrality goals.
Who is Funded
The 'Big Tickets for Coal' program aimed to fund consortia from EU Member States to drive the just transition of the coal sector. The program focused on research and innovation projects that mitigate the environmental impact of coal mines and enhance health and safety, supporting the broader objectives of the European Green Deal towards a climate-neutral Union.
What is Funded
The "Big Tickets for Coal" call specifically funded research and innovation projects that address key challenges in the coal sector's transition. This includes a range of activities from environmental remediation and sustainable energy solutions to improving health and safety. Projects were expected to advance technological readiness levels from mid-stage development to demonstration and near-market readiness.
Type and Scope of Funding
The "Big Tickets for Coal" call provided grant funding to support research and innovation in the coal sector's transition. The financial contribution from the program could cover up to 50% of the eligible costs for projects, with a significant overall budget allocated for the call.
Conditions and Requirements
This program outlined specific conditions for admissibility, eligibility, financial and operational capacity, and ethical considerations. Adherence to these requirements, including consortium composition and budget rules, was crucial for successful participation and grant management.
Application Procedure
The application process for the "Big Tickets for Coal" call was a single-stage procedure requiring specific documents to be uploaded through the Funding & Tenders Portal. The evaluation was based on defined criteria, and applicants were informed of the results after the evaluation process.
Legal Basis
The RFCS "Big Tickets for Coal" program is established and governed by specific Council Decisions, which have been updated to align with current EU policies on climate neutrality and just transition. These legal bases ensure the program's legitimacy and provide the framework for its operation and funding mechanisms.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
50% of eligible costs
Allocated Budget:
34,821,819 €
Award Channel:
Competitive Tender
Region:
European Union (Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden)
Sectors:
Energy Production and Supply, Environmental and Climate Protection, Research and Development, Other
Beneficiaries:
Organisations and entities involved in research and innovation within the coal sector, focusing on just transition initiatives.
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Applied Research, Experimental Development, Prototyping, Pilot Testing
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission (Research Fund for Coal & Steel)
Managed By:
Research Executive Agency (REA)
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