Interreg Euregio Meuse-Rhine programme (EMR): Energy

Interreg EMR - Energie

From 31 August onwards, applications could be submitted for the new Interreg Euregio Meuse-Rhine programme, with a focus on energy. The grant is intended for projects that facilitate more efficient use of resources, especially within SMEs. The full programme has been published mid August. Below we give a short overview of the main focus points.

Objectives

The main objective of the programme is to facilitate the more efficient use of resources. The following themes can be considered:

  • green hydrogen;
  • energy communities;
  • low voltage direct current technology; and
  • local production of integrated photovoltaic technology.

In addition, projects focusing on information exchange to promote the energy transition are also eligible.

Conditions

  • The project increases resource efficiency, especially of SMEs.
  • The project is innovative.
  • The current programme offers funding until the end of 2023, after which the new INTERREG programme will start. Therefore, the grant is intended for projects that are able to have a significant impact within 18 months.
  • The results of the project must benefit citizens and organisations in the region.
  • The project must be transnational; partnerships must comprise at least two legal entities from two different Member States in the named region.

Who Can Apply?

  • A legal entity within the region, acting as lead partner of the partnership.

Eligible Costs

  • The total budget is € 5 million.
  • The maximum grant rate is 50%, supplemented with at least 50% co-financing.

Evaluation

  • Quality of the partnership and its cross-border character.
  • Contribution to the objectives and results of the programme.
  • Feasibility, coherence, and sustainability (i.e., sustainability of project results after the end of the project).
  • Budgeting must represent clear value for money.

 

 

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