The LIFE programme 2021-2027 includes a new sub-programme for clean energy transition (LIFE-CET) in the field of climate action.

Its first call for proposals opened after the adoption on 9 July 2021 of the Multiannual Work Programme 2021-2024 (Commission Decision C(2021) 4997). The call is published on the Commission’s funding and tender portal and the deadline for applications is set to January 2022.

LIFE-CET will continue EU funding activities in the field of clean energy transition that were previously funded under Horizon 2020 Energy Challenge (Societal Challenge 3). It will contribute to reaching EU’s policy objectives for a clean energy transition in terms of increased use of energy from renewable sources and energy savings. The programme will also address market barriers that hamper the socio-economic transition to sustainable energy by mobilising investments, improving skills, raising awareness, educating and empowering energy consumer. 

With a total budget of 1 billion euro for 7 years, LIFE-CET will continue engaging small and medium-size stakeholders, multiple actors including local and regional public authorities, non-profit organisations and consumers on the path of clean energy transition.