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PowerUp NetZero Open Call for Innovation Projects

Reference: POWERUP-NETZERO-2026

Grants of €120,000 per project for partnerships of 2–3 SMEs to demonstrate or improve net-zero technologies and solutions.

Funding source
European Union
Programme
Single Market Programme
Funding call
PowerUp NetZero Open Call for Innovation Projects
Opening date
17.06.2026 18:00
Deadline
15.09.2026 17:59
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About this opportunity

PowerUp NetZero supports innovation projects in solar energy, batteries and energy storage, hydrogen, sustainable biogas and biomethane, and carbon capture and storage. At least 14 projects are expected to be selected from a total call budget of €1,615,000. Each SME may receive up to €60,000 and the grant may cover up to 80% of eligible costs.

Objectives

Help SMEs adopt or improve net-zero technologies through proof-of-concept, testing, pilot and demonstration actions at approximately TRL 6–7.