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The Interregional Hydrogen Mobility Initiative for Europe (IH-MIE) has launched an Open Call targeting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) developing innovative hydrogen mobility solutions.
The call supports the validation, integration and scaling of solutions from TRL 6 towards the pre-commercial stage, addressing challenges related to fuel cells, refuelling infrastructure, supply chains and logistics, mobility integration, on-board hydrogen storage and hydrogen distribution. Selected applicants will also receive mentoring, training and technical assistance.
Who can apply: SMEs established in an EU Member State or EEA country, applying individually or in teams of up to three SMEs.
Funding: Up to €60,000 per SME and up to €180,000 per team, with a 100% funding rate.
Project duration: 12 months, from 1th January to 31th December 2027.
Deadline: 25th September 2026
Read more and apply: IH-MIE Open Call
The PowerUp NetZero Open Call for Innovation Projects provides financial support to SMEs and start-ups seeking to adopt, develop or improve net-zero technologies and solutions within their processes, products or services.
The call supports collaborative projects developing and testing proofs of concept, implementing innovative net-zero solutions and conducting pilot or demonstration activities. Projects should demonstrate innovative solutions at TRL 6–7.
Who can apply: Consortia of two to three SMEs or start-ups established in an EU Member State or a country participating in the Single Market Programme. Each applicant must have at least one closed and validated financial year.
Focus areas: Solar energy, batteries and energy storage, hydrogen technologies, sustainable biogas and biomethane, and Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS).
Funding: Between €80,000 and €120,000 per project, covering up to 80% of the eligible project budget. Beneficiaries must provide at least 20% co-financing.
Project duration: Up to 10 months.
Deadline: 15th September 2026 at 17:00 Brussels time
Read more and apply: PowerUp NetZero Open Call for Innovation Projects
The North Adriatic Clean Hydrogen Investment Platform (NACHIP) is launching a second Open Call for cascade funding targeting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) developing innovative hydrogen-related solutions.
The call supports the testing, validation and integration of solutions in real operational environments, aligned with hydrogen value chains such as mobility, storage, advanced materials, digital optimisation and urban energy systems. Funding is provided through a lump-sum cascade funding scheme, with simplified administration.
Who can apply: SMEs (individually or in consortia of up to three SMEs) established in eligible EU regions.
Funding: Up to €60,000 per SME (up to €180,000 per consortium).
Project duration: Up to 6 months.
Deadline: Call open from 7th September to 9th November 2026
The North Adriatic Smart Communities Hydrogen Accelerator (NASCHA) is preparing to launch its first Open Call, targeting SMEs developing high-TRL hydrogen solutions with potential for market scalability.
The call will support projects focused on the validation and demonstration of NASCHA cross-regional solutions in new sectors. Selected SMEs will also receive mentoring from NASCHA partners.
Who can apply: SMEs. Detailed eligibility conditions and eligible regions will be specified in the official Call text. Across both NASCHA Open Calls, two-thirds of the cascade-funding budget will be allocated to beneficiaries from Less Developed Regions.
Funding: Up to €60,000 per project. NASCHA will allocate a total of €1.2 million across its two Open Calls to support up to 20 SMEs.
Project duration: Between 6 and 9 months.
Opening: The First Open Call is expected to open in October or November 2026 and will remain open for two months.