Funding for Investments to Manage Structural Change and Secure Employment in the Wake of Ending Coal-Fired Power Generation at the Wilhelmshaven Site (RL Strukturhilfen WHV)
The state of Lower Saxony supports investment projects in Wilhelmshaven and neighboring communities with federal funds. The goal is to promote structural change and secure employment after the end of coal-fired power generation. Primarily municipal and tax-privileged entities are eligible to apply, receiving grants for infrastructure projects.
Who is funded
The funding program "Strukturhilfen WHV" supports investment projects aimed at managing structural change and securing employment in Wilhelmshaven and the adjacent municipalities. The goal is to make the region future-proof after the coal phase-out.
What is funded
The program supports a wide range of investment measures to improve the economic infrastructure in Wilhelmshaven and its surroundings. The focus is on projects that accompany structural change and secure the region's future viability, with non-investment measures generally excluded.
Type and Scope of Funding
The "RL Strukturhilfen WHV" offers financial support in the form of grants. The funding amount can be up to 90 percent of the eligible expenses, with a minimum grant requirement of 50,000 Euros. Funds are available over several funding periods until the end of 2038, allowing for long-term planning.
Conditions and Requirements
Various conditions must be met to claim the Wilhelmshaven Structural Aid, including compliance with formal and substantive criteria, ensuring overall financing, and considering sustainability goals. Special rules apply to collaborations and avoiding duplicate funding.
Application Procedure
The application procedure for the Wilhelmshaven Structural Aid is clearly structured. Applicants submit their complete documents in writing to the competent granting authority, which carries out both formal and substantive reviews to ensure efficient and legally compliant funding processing.
Legal Basis
The funding for Wilhelmshaven Structural Aid is based on a specific directive from the state of Lower Saxony, which defines the legal framework for the awarding of grants. This directive is supplemented by other national and European regulations that govern aid and the implementation of measures.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Open
Maximum Amount:
up to 90% of eligible expenses
Allocated Budget:
The federal government provides funding to the state in three funding periods: 2021-2026, 2027-2032, 2033-2038. A specific budget amount is not mentioned.
Deadline:
always open
Open Until:
31.12.2039
Award Channel:
Demand Driven Scheme
Region:
Wilhelmshaven (Lower Saxony), Sande (Lower Saxony), Schortens (Lower Saxony), Wangerland (Lower Saxony), Friesland District (Lower Saxony)
Sectors:
Information and Communication Technology, Tourism, Research and Development, Education and Vocational Training, Environmental and Climate Protection, Transportation and Logistics, Service Sector, Social Enterprises, Other
Application Type:
Optional Consortium
Funding Stages:
Feasibility Study, Planning, Implementation, Infrastructure
Funding Provider
Program Level:
Regional
Funding Body:
Lower Saxony Ministry for Federal and European Affairs and Regional Development
Managed By:
Office for Regional Development Weser-Ems
Additional Partners:
Private contractual partners (within the framework of Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs))