Cluster 5

Next generation of renewable energy technologies

31/03/2026
20/10/2026

Industrial scale up and circularity pathway for IPV technologies (EUPI-PV Partnership)

31/03/2026

Hybrid AI-Control Framework for a next-generation grid-scale energy storage and system integration

31/03/2026

Grid-forming capabilities for more resilient and RES-based electricity grids

31/03/2026

AI-driven forecasting algorithms for Grid and Consumer friendly Energy Sharing – Societal Readiness pilot

31/03/2026

Long-lifetime and optimised use of materials in recyclable Ag and In-free Si PV modules (EUPI-PV Partnership)

31/03/2026

Affordable and sustainable primary equipment for Future-Ready multi-terminal HVDC Systems

31/03/2026

Targeting key value chain components for increasing the competitiveness of renewable energy technologies in Europe

31/03/2026

Novel solutions for off-grid storage of renewable energy for critical infrastructures

31/03/2026

Pre-commercial appraisal for CO2 aquifer storage

31/03/2026

Improved components and tools to increase the safety of electrolysers

15/04/2026

Multi-fuel SOFC powertrain for maritime transport

15/04/2026

Sustainable hydrogen production from renewable gases and biogenic waste sources through innovative modular reactor design, process intensification and integration

15/04/2026

Large-scale Hydrogen Valley

15/04/2026

Next generation of reversible proton conducting ceramic cells and stacks for efficient energy applications at ≥1 kW scale

15/04/2026

Innovative business models advancing renewable electrolysis integration in industry

15/04/2026

Public datasets of technologies along the hydrogen value chain for life cycle (sustainability) assessment

15/04/2026

Cost-efficient small scale hydrogen liquefaction

15/04/2026

New thermal insulation concepts for bulk liquid hydrogen shipping

15/04/2026

Fuel-flexible gas turbine combustion technology for clean and efficient ammonia firing

15/04/2026

Components Development and Experimental Testing for an Onboard Liquid Hydrogen Supply and Conditioning System in High-Power Fuel Cell Aviation Applications

15/04/2026

Flexible and standardised hydrogen storage system

15/04/2026

Demonstrating in-line inspection (ILI) to monitor cracks assuring compatibility for operation with hydrogen in new and re-purposed offshore natural gas pipelines

15/04/2026

Pre-Normative Research on hydrogen odorisation: enhancing safety and detection along the hydrogen value chain

15/04/2026

Scalable and high efficiency materials and reactors for direct solar hydrogen production

15/04/2026

Integration of control & monitoring tools and strategies for improved Fuel Cell System durability & reliability

15/04/2026

Development and validation of innovative approaches, catalysts, electrolytes and components for electrolysis technologies based on low-quality water

15/04/2026

Demonstration of rSOC operation for local grid-connected hydrogen production and utilisation

15/04/2026

Small-scale Hydrogen Valley

15/04/2026

Cost-efficient and reliable designs towards gigawatt-scale electrolytic hydrogen production plants

15/04/2026

Affordable, Safe and Sustainable aboveground medium to large GH2 storage

15/04/2026

Economics of climate change and cost of inaction

15/04/2026

Next generation climate monitoring and related capabilities

15/04/2026

Advancing European climate risk assessments

15/04/2026

Closing knowledge gaps on Earth system science in support of global and regional assessments and climate policy

15/04/2026
08/10/2026

Fighting disinformation and effectively communicating on climate change

15/04/2026

Improving climate and weather models for Africa

15/04/2026

Innovation for regional rail services and new guided transport systems

07/05/2026

Safety and certification guidelines and demonstration of safety components for hyperloop

07/05/2026

Renewable energy technology (RET) solutions in energy communities

25/06/2026

R&I in Support of the Clean Industrial Deal: Clean Technologies for Climate Action

15/09/2026

Demonstrating solutions to protect and preserve cultural heritage from the impacts of climate change

23/09/2026

Supporting financing of local adaptation actions with combination of public funding and private financing

23/09/2026

National Adaptation Hubs - Bringing together the national level with the engaged regional and local levels (multi-level governance)

23/09/2026

Standardising and supporting climate services for climate adaptation

23/09/2026

Facilitating implementation of actionable solutions for climate adaptation of regions and local authorities

23/09/2026

Improving climate resilience of navigable inland waterways, their surroundings and related water infrastructure

23/09/2026

Bridging the gap between disaster risk management and climate adaptation

23/09/2026

Joint demonstration of solutions to build soil resilience to extreme weather events and support food security 

23/09/2026

Introducing circular economy models in the construction sector, from buildings to city scale

08/10/2026

Energy efficient urban and sub-urban public transport, complemented by shared mobility

08/10/2026

Transition to low-temperature heating solutions in multi-apartment buildings

08/10/2026

Demonstration of an integrated hydrogen fuel system for a fully electric hydrogen fuel cell powered aircraft

19/05/2026

Demonstration of advanced airframe for ultra-efficient regional aircraft

19/05/2026

Superconducting motor windings for a fully electric hydrogen fuel cell powered aircraft

19/05/2026

Demonstration of advanced FC propulsion techno-bricks for a fully electric hydrogen fuel cell powered aircraft

19/05/2026

Ground Demonstration of Hybrid-Electric Propulsion Architectures for the Ultra-efficient SMR aircraft

19/05/2026

Hydrogen powered aircraft concepts and key technologies integration and impact assessment

19/05/2026

Demonstration of a hydrogen distribution system for a direct hydrogen combustion propulsion aircraft

19/05/2026

Demonstration of cabin acoustic optimization technology

19/05/2026

Demonstration of Advanced Low NOx H2C Propulsion System for a direct hydrogen combustion aircraft

19/05/2026

Cryo-cooled power electronics for a fully electric hydrogen fuel cell powered aircraft

19/05/2026

Demonstration and Validation of icing Certification Methodologies compatible with EIS2035 for the SMR and REG Aircraft

19/05/2026

Demonstration of low power Ice Protection System technology

19/05/2026

Demonstration of an Optimized System Platform for Ultra-efficient SMR Aircraft

19/05/2026

Operational stakeholders’ group to support the deployment of Clean Aviation aircraft concepts and technologies

19/05/2026

Innovative light weight and reliable liquid hydrogen tank

19/05/2026

Key Technologies for Loads Control Lidar for Ultra-efficient SMR aircraft 

19/05/2026

Demonstration of an Ultra-Efficient Rear Fuselage and Empennage and Its Integrated Industrial System enabling EIS2035 for the SMR Aircraft

19/05/2026

Advanced noise-reducing technologies for propulsion systems of next generation Ultra-efficient SMR aircraft

19/05/2026

Validating policies and business models for affordable and sustainable housing (Built4People Partnership)

15/09/2026

Innovative technologies and solutions to improve wind energy systems supporting the Strategic Energy Technology (SET) Plan on wind

15/09/2026

Producing battery-grade materials for electrodes through sustainable processing and refining of raw materials or developing bio-based materials (BATT4EU Partnership)

15/09/2026

Advanced data platforms to integrate whole life carbon in building information tools, assessments, and certification (Built4People Partnership)

15/09/2026

Low disturbance prefabrication approaches for deep renovation of multi-storey buildings (Built4People Partnership)

15/09/2026

Researching the technical, social & economic factors impacting the energy performance of Smart Buildings (Built4People Partnership)

15/09/2026

Full-scale demonstration of heat upgrade solutions in industrial processes

15/09/2026

Demonstration of solid biofuel supply and conversion to high efficiency CHP from fully sustainable regional value chains

01/12/2026

Improved system design for innovative PV applications (EUPI-PV Partnership)

01/12/2026

Resource assessment for deep sedimentary and basement reservoirs

01/12/2026

Data sharing to support the training and development of AI foundation models in the energy sector

01/12/2026

De-risking renewable fuel technologies through transnational pre-commercial procurement of renewable fuel industrial value chains

01/12/2026

Structurally addressing homelessness through coordinated social infrastructure and services in neighbourhoods

01/12/2026

Sustainable, inclusive, affordable and beautiful solutions for thermal comfort in buildings

01/12/2026

Innovative solutions for the sustainable and beautiful use of vertical space

01/12/2026

Approaches to reuse vacant, obsolete or underutilised spaces

01/12/2026

Innovative approaches for the spatial design of neighbourhoods

01/12/2026

Advancing sustainable maintenance and repair measures for existing buildings

01/12/2026

Understanding capital market dynamics for increased investment in New European Bauhaus projects in neighbourhoods

01/12/2026

Addressing homelessness through housing-led approaches aligned with the New European Bauhaus

01/12/2026

Understanding inhabitant’s experiences of neighbourhoods to support their health and well-being

01/12/2026

Next generation scenarios for informing climate and sustainability transitions

04/03/2027

Africa-EU CO-FUND action on climate

04/03/2027

Understanding and avoiding maladaptation to climate change

04/03/2027

Advancing understanding, modelling and prediction of extreme events in a changing climate

04/03/2027

Assessing the performance of policy instruments to inform climate change mitigation action

04/03/2027

Palaeoclimate science for a better understanding of Earth system dynamics

04/03/2027

Better understanding and attribution of land and ocean carbon sources and sinks

04/03/2027

Advancements in Direct Air Capture

31/03/2027

Renewable Energy Valleys in Africa to increase energy security and energy access in Africa

31/03/2027

Co-funding Strategic Energy Technology (SET) Plan renewable fuel value chains at EU, national, regional, and local level

31/03/2027

Production technologies for solar photovoltaics beyond the state-of-the-art (EUPI-PV Partnership)

31/03/2027

Concentrated solar thermal systems for decarbonising industrial processes

31/03/2027

Innovative technologies and solutions to improve wave and tidal energy systems

31/03/2027

Support to the implementation of an EU policy framework for CO2 transport and storage infrastructure

31/03/2027

Large scale operational validation and upscaling of state-of-the-art (Generative) AI tools and models powering a next generation digital energy system

31/03/2027

On-site robotic and automated techniques for building renovation and new construction

15/09/2027

Thermal energy optimisation and waste heat recovery of high energy demand IT rooms in buildings or small edge data centres

15/09/2027

Integrating circularity in LCA-based modelling frameworks for renovation of buildings (Built4People Partnership)

15/09/2027

Demonstration of industrial excess/waste heat conversion to mechanical or electrical power

15/09/2027

Reducing soil sealing through sustainable urban and territorial design in the New European Bauhaus

15/09/2027

R&I in Support of the Clean Industrial Deal: Clean Technologies for Climate Action

15/09/2027