A new call for applications is open to support corporate energy efficiency and decarbonization, with a total budget of 165 million euros (FEDER) and a co-financing rate of up to 85%, aimed at projects with a real impact on reducing energy consumption and CO₂ emissions.
This funding falls under two categories, depending on the size and strategic nature of the investment:
General Regime
For corporate energy efficiency and decarbonization projects under the Energy Efficiency and Decarbonization category, applicable to companies of any size.
Contractual Investment Regime
For investments of strategic or structural relevance, with a significant impact on the climate transition, sectoral competitiveness, or regional development.
What types of investments are eligible?
Support is provided for individual projects that lead to a reduction in energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions, including:
Production processes and industrial systems
Optimization of motors, pumps, ventilation, and compressed air
Replacement or adaptation of furnaces, boilers, and injectors
Heat and/or cold recovery
Energy management, monitoring, and control systems
Buildings and infrastructure
Photovoltaic panels, heat pumps, and other renewable energies
Energy storage
Charging infrastructure for electric vehicles
Building digitalization and automation
Bioclimatic architecture solutions
Decarbonization and environmental protection
Process electrification and fossil fuel replacement
Use of alternative fuels and low-carbon impact raw materials
Development of products with a lower carbon footprint
Industrial symbiosis and circular economy
Process digitalization for resource efficiency
Studies and technical services
Energy audits and diagnostics
Technical studies and certifications
Assessment of the DNSH principle – Do No Significant Harm
Who can apply?
SMEs and Large Companies
Projects located in the North, Center, Alentejo, and Algarve regions
Minimum investment: €400,000
Note: The Lisbon region is not eligible under the General Regime.
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