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LIFE — Clean Energy Transition Coordination & Support Actions (CET)

Runs research teams and institutions for LIFE Clean Energy Transition Coordination & Support Actions in energy systems, climate technology, and built environment.

The LIFE 2026 Clean Energy Transition (CET) sub-programme is administered by the European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency (CINEA) on behalf of DG ENER. It funds Coordination and Support Actions (CSAs) — project coordination and policy support activities, not capital investment — across at least seven thematic CET call topics opened simultaneously on 21 April 2026, all shar

Coordination and support actions for local heating and cooling plans, renewable heating and cooling frameworks, building renovation, industrial clean energy transition, BUILD UP Skills platforms, energy poverty, and clean energy digitalization across EU Member States.

CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Annual
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.16 Sept 2026
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Grant
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.0%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.€5.4B

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Last verified: 24 Jul 2026Source: cinea.ec.europa.eu