The 2010 call for proposals under the Intelligent Energy – Europe programme is open. With some € 56 million available for actions in the area of energy efficiency, renewable energy and energy-efficient transport, this may be the opportunity to have your next European project funded. Grants awarded under this scheme may cover up to 75% of the eligible project costs. Deadline for submission is 24th June, 17:00 local Brussels' time.

What will be funded?

Capacity building; building and spreading of know-how, skills and methods; exchanges of experience; development of market and intelligence; policy input; awareness raising and information provision; and education and training.

What will not be funded?

"Hardware" type investments, demonstration projects, or technical research & development projects on energy efficiency and renewables.

What does a project need to be eligible for IEE funding?

• Clear objectives, high impact, European added value
• At least 3 partner organisations from 3 different eligible countries.
• Maximum funding period 3 years.
• Budget usually between € 0.5 - 2.5 million.

Please find the call text and work programme 2010 as well as other related documentation on: http://ec.europa.eu/energy/intelligent/call_for_proposals/call_library_en.htm

For more information visit: http://ec.europa.eu/energy/intelligent/call_for_proposals/index_en.htm   
 

The Malta NCP is organing an IEE 2010 information seminar for stakeholders on the 21st April. More information on this event can be found here.