Steel Pilot and Demonstration Projects
The Steel Pilot and Demonstration Projects (RFCS-02-2022-PDP) program, under the Research Fund for Coal and Steel (RFCS), offers EU action grants to drive the steel sector's transition towards a climate-neutral economy. This initiative specifically targets innovative projects that develop, demonstrate, and improve near-zero-carbon steel production processes, contributing significantly to the European Green Deal objectives.
Who is Funded
This section details the eligibility criteria for the RFCS Steel Pilot and Demonstration Projects, outlining who can apply, the geographical scope of funded activities, and the overarching objectives of the program to foster a sustainable and decarbonized steel industry in the European Union.
What is Funded
This section provides an overview of the types of projects, thematic areas, and activities eligible for funding under the RFCS Steel Pilot and Demonstration Projects. It highlights the focus on advanced technologies and sustainable practices across the steel value chain.
Type and Scope of Funding
This section details the financial support mechanisms available through the RFCS Steel Pilot and Demonstration Projects, including the type of financial instrument, funding rates, and typical project durations.
Conditions and Requirements
This section outlines the essential conditions and requirements for applicants and beneficiaries participating in the RFCS Steel Pilot and Demonstration Projects, covering application terms, collaboration rules, and financial stipulations.
Application Procedure
This section guides potential applicants through the process of applying for the RFCS Steel Pilot and Demonstration Projects, from submission to the evaluation and award channels.
Legal Basis
This section identifies the foundational legal instruments governing the RFCS Steel Pilot and Demonstration Projects, ensuring transparency and adherence to established European Union regulations.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
50% of eligible costs
Allocated Budget:
EUR 50.104.492,97
Deadline:
22.09.2022
Open Until:
Ongoing
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
European Union
Sectors:
Construction and Building Materials, Energy Production and Supply, Environmental and Climate Protection, Information and Communication Technology, Research and Development, Other
Beneficiaries:
Steel industry, research organizations in steel sector
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Applied Research, Experimental Development, Prototyping, Pilot Testing, Product Development, Process Optimization, Commercialization, Implementation, Basic Research
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Managed By:
European Research Executive Agency (REA)
Additional Partners:
EPI GreenVision (Private Company, Tunisia) - Research & Development, Design, Engineering, prototype implementation of automated Energy Recovery System, Renewable Energy optimization, Biofuel and Recycling Technology, Electrodialysis & Energy Storage applications; C4G - CONSULTING AND TRAINING NETWORK, LDA (Private for profit organisation, Portugal) - training and projects development, project development, piloting, stakeholders engagement, creation of trainings and training development; SYNYO GmbH (SME, Austria) - research, innovation and technology, coordinating consortia, research communication, dissemination, and exploitation; NanoSciTec GmbH (SME, Germany) - technology development, Nanomedicine, R&D processes and industrialization of drug products; Reinosa Forgings & Castings S.L. (Private for profit organisation, Spain) - forging and casting pieces, meltshop waste recovery, energy efficiency and optimized product development with lesser carbon footprint and increased competitiveness; ESS ENGINEERING SOFTWARE STEYR GMBH (SME, Austria) - cutting-edge hybrid CFD/CSD software, automating meshing, solving complex industrial problems, analyzing and optimizing engineering processes and transforming innovations; ASOCIATIA DE STANDARDIZARE DIN ROMANIA (Non-governmental organization, Romania) - including standards and standardization in research projects, managing standardization activities and information; SGNDT Symetrics Geophysical and NDT Ltd (SME, Greece) - high technology manufacturing, geophysical, GPR, and non-destructive testing (NDT) equipment, AI-combined radars, safe solutions to infrastructure checks, and logistics issues; Flow Analysis and Simulation Team (Educational and Research, Greece) - Fluid Flow, Hydraulics and Convective Heat Transfer, Magnetohydrodynamics, Turbomachinery, Bioengineering, Thermal Analysis, Turbulence, Multiphase Flow, Industrial and Environmental Applications and Fluid-Structure Interaction; GRANT GARANT SRO (SME, Czechia) - alternative financing for innovation, dissemination & communication of results, EU policy analysis, innovation stakeholder contacts in the CE region, proposal development, and Structural Funds implementation & program evaluation.
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