Supported activities
On this page you will find all EIC grants. Including those that are currently open and in the process of opening. A call for applications may be open for a fixed period or for a longer period until the budget for the call is exhausted. On this page you can also find the grants under which projects are already implemented.
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48 Grants
10 Open rounds

Accelerate the introduction of renewable electricity generating equipment in industrial areas
We support the connection of electricity generating equipment in industrial areas to the distribution network or the transmission network. Energy

Combined storm water systems
We support the resolution of storm water problems in densely populated areas. Climate

Entering into a contract to protect a key habitat
Compensation of private forest owners for damage and costs caused by restrictions on forest use. Forestry

Europe-wide LIFE programme to support environment and climate projects
We support applicants in submitting project ideas and finding partners. Climate

Pan-European Innovation Fund to support the introduction of innovative technologies
We support applicants in submitting project ideas and finding partners. Climate

Purchase of zero-emission vehicles
The call for applications is open; the projects that have received funding are in the process of implementation. Transport

Support for forest inventory
We support the preparation of forest inventory data. Forestry

Circular economy programme
We support a range of activities in the field of circular economy and waste. Circular economy

Fisheries programme
We support a range of fisheries activities. Fisheries

Supporting separate collection of waste within local governments
We support the development of separate collection infrastructure, including bio-waste management. Waste

Climate policy objectives for developing countries
We support activities that help developing countries mitigate and adapt to climate change. Climate

Forest measure
We support a range of maintenance activities in the forest. Forestry

Preparation of climate and energy plans and subsequent activities
We are supporting the preparation of climate and energy plans by local governments and their subsequent activities. Climate

Biomethane production and consumption
We support the use of biomethane-powered buses and the construction of filling stations. Transport

Circular economy based production and consumption models
We support the shift from a linear to a circular economic model. Circular economy

Compensation inside and outside of Natura 2000 areas
Compensation of private forest owners for the loss of income due to nature conservation restrictions. Forestry

Development of separate waste collection infrastructure
The aim of the support is to promote the circular economy by improving the separate collection of waste. Waste

Flood risk prevention and mitigation
We support the mitigation of the potential consequences of floods in at risk areas. Climate

Reducing waste generation and the amount of packaging
We support the prevention and reduction of waste and the amount of packaging, along with promoting re-use. Waste

Resource efficiency of companies
We support companies in carrying out resource audits. Resource efficiency

Support for a forest association
We support the activities of forest associations made up of private forest owners. Forestry

Support for the development of green technologies
We support the development and piloting of prototypes of green technologies. Green technology

Supporting the transition to renewable fuels for district heating in Ida-Viru County
We are supporting the production of heat from renewable sources in the district heating network of the City of Narva with a new or renovated heat production plant. Energy

Urban greening plans and implementation in pilot areas
We support the preparation and implementation of urban greening plans by cities. Climate

Resource efficiency of companies
We support resource efficiency in business production. Resource efficiency

Resource efficiency of companies (RRF)
We support resource efficiency in industrial enterprises. Resource efficiency

Support for forest land improvement works
Support for upgrading existing land improvement systems in private forests. Forestry

Waste recycling and preparation
We support the recycling of separately collected waste. The same goes for activities related to preparation. Waste

Marine environment programme
We support the implementation of the actions outlined in the Action Plan of the Estonian Marine Strategy, as well as various research, development, and pollution response activities. Marine environmental

Atmospheric air protection programme
We support a range of sectoral activities, including the connection of apartment associations to district heating. Energy

Circular economy pilot projects
The purpose of the grant is to contribute to the development of the circular economy and the introduction of more environmentally friendly solutions by the public sector. Circular economy

Climate change mitigation and adaption measures
The purpose of the grant is to contribute to climate change mitigation and adaptation at the local level. Climate

Climate change mitigation and adaptation plans
The purpose of the grant was to contribute to the reflection, setting and achievement of local climate and energy goals. Climate

Co-financing programme
We support projects that receive core funding from external sources (such as LIFE, Interreg, etc.). Co-funding

Development of pilot projects for energy storage
We support the development of pilot projects for renewable energy storage. Energy

Development plans for heat management
We support the preparation of the heat management development plan. Energy

Development of water infrastructure
We support the construction and upgrading of combined sewerage and water systems in wastewater collection areas with more than 2,000 consumers. Water management

Ecosystem resilience increased
The purpose of the grant is to progress towards the favourable/good status of native species and habitats, increased resilience of ecosystems to the pressures of climate change and alien species, and mitigation measures implemented to avoid further spread of alien species. Nature conservation

Energy price compensation for household consumers
Compensation of energy costs to household consumers. Energy

Environmental Awareness Programme
We support a range of activities to raise environmental awareness. Environmental awareness

Environmental loan
We provided a loan to guarantee the co-financing of water projects financed by the Cohesion Fund (CF). Water management

Flood risk construction activities
We support construction activities to mitigate flood risks. Climate

Forestry programme
We support a range of forestry activities. Forestry

Green technology business development
We support the organisation of green technology development programmes. Green technology

Introduction of green hydrogen in public transport
We support the development and introduction of a complete green hydrogen chain in the public transport sector. Transport

Kindergarten and basic school field trips
We support the participation of basic school classes and pre-school groups in active learning programmes. Environmental awareness

Nature conservation programme
We support a range of conservation activities. Nature conservation

Preventing bark-beetle damage in private forests
The aim of the support is to prevent damage caused by bark-beetles in private forests. Forestry