Description
‘Climate, Energy and Mobility’ is the fifth cluster under the Global Challenges and European Industrial Competitiveness Pillar of the Horizon Europe Work Programme. This cluster specifically provide financial support to projects that foster research, development, and innovation in the energy sector, focusing on climate, energy and mobilisation.
level of support
EU-wide
type of funding
Grants
Funding amount
Project funding varies depending on the specific program and type of project being supported.
Eligibility criteria
Open to research institutions, public authorities, energy cooperatives, startups, public-private partnerships, and innovation hubs across the EU working on innovative energy solutions.
Application Process and Timeline
The application process for Cluster 5 of Horizon Europe involves identifying relevant calls on the EU Funding & Tenders Portal, ensuring eligibility, and submitting a detailed project proposal before the call deadline. Proposals undergo evaluation by independent experts, and successful applicants sign a grant agreement with the European Commission. Calls are launched regularly, with submission deadlines typically 3-6 months after publication, and results are announced within 3-5 months post-submission.
Evidence Of Success
The Horizon Europe program, particularly Cluster 5: Climate, Energy, and Mobility, has shown significant progress in supporting research and innovation that focus on climate science and solutions; Energy systems and grids; Communities and cities; Industrial competitiveness in transport; Smart mobility; Energy supply; Buildings and industrial facilities in energy transition; Clean, safe and accessible transport and mobility; Energy storage.
Expert Opinion
Cluster 5 funding under Horizon Europe is vital for energy communities, as it directly supports innovations in renewable energy systems, smart grids, and energy storage—key areas for local energy generation and consumption. This funding empowers communities to drive the energy transition, enhance energy resilience, and contribute to the EU's climate neutrality goals. By enabling citizen-led projects to scale and modernize, Cluster 5 helps energy communities play a significant role in the clean energy future.
