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Single Market Programme (SMP) - PowerUp NetZero Open Call for Innovation Projects is sponsored by European Innovation Council and SMEs Executive Agency (EISMEA). The PowerUp NetZero Open Call for Innovation Projects provides financial support to SMEs and start-ups seeking to adopt, develop, or improve net-zero technologies and solutions within their processes, products, or services.
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PowerUp NetZero Open Call for Innovation Projects | European Cluster Collaboration Platform PowerUp NetZero Open Call for Innovation Projects The PowerUp NetZero Open Call for Innovation Projects provides financial support to SMEs and start-ups seeking to adopt, develop, or improve net-zero technologies and solutions within their processes, products, or services.
The call focuses on specific topics and challenges addressing the following Net-Zero technologies: Battery and Energy Storage Sustainable Biogas and Biomethane Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) Scope of Supported Projects The call targets collaborative innovation projects aimed at: Developing and testing Proofs of Concept (PoC) for new or improved environmentally friendly products; Implementing innovative net-zero solutions and services; Conducting pilot and demonstration activities.
Total available budget: EUR 1,615,000 Number of supported projects: at least 14 projects Grant amount provided by PowerUp NetZero per project proposal: between EUR 80,000 and EUR 120,000 (covering up to 80% of the total project budget) Consortium composition: minimum 2 and maximum 3 companies Beneficiaries must provide at least 20% co-financing through private resources.
A high degree of innovation is expected from all proposed projects. Funded activities may address technical risks associated with the demonstration of innovative technologies and solutions, including: Optimisation of technology processes and operational parameters. Improvement of product, service, or solution characteristics.
Technology Readiness Level Innovation projects should demonstrate an innovative net-zero technology or solution in an operational or in a Virtual & Industrially Relevant environment (TRL 6-7) but are not necessarily expected yet to reach large scale demonstration or commercial production.
Applicants must be Consortia of SMEs (also including start-ups provided they are SMEs) established in an EU Member State or in a country participating in the Single Market Programme (SMP) at the moment of the call launching date. Applicants must have at least one closed and validated financial year." Official call webpage: https://piemonteinnova.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: SMEs and start-ups in EU Member States. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows not specified (grants of up to €80,000 to €120,000 for consortia). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Single Market Programme (SMP) - PowerUp NetZero Open Call for Innovation Projects is funded by European Innovation Council and SMEs Executive Agency (EISMEA). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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