HORIZON-CL5-2023-D3-02-09

Demonstration of sustainable hydropower refurbishment

Status
open for submission
Programme
Horizon Europe (HORIZON)
Action type
HORIZON Innovation Actions
Opens
4 May 2023
Deadline
5 Sep 2023
Fetched
15 Jul 2026, 07:18 UTC
Plain-language summary

Funding for innovative projects demonstrating sustainable refurbishment of hydropower plants under Horizon Europe.

This call supports projects that demonstrate sustainable refurbishment of hydropower facilities. It aims to promote renewable energy and align with RePowerEU and Digital Agenda priorities. Projects should focus on innovation in hydropower refurbishment to enhance sustainability and efficiency.

Likely relevant for

  • Hydropower technology developers
  • Renewable energy innovators
  • Sustainability-focused engineering firms
  • Energy infrastructure refurbishment specialists

Project signals

Focus on sustainable hydropower refurbishmentInnovative demonstration activitiesContribution to renewable energy targets

What it funds

  • Demonstration of sustainable refurbishment technologies for hydropower plants
  • Innovative solutions to improve efficiency and environmental performance of hydropower
  • Integration of digital technologies in hydropower refurbishment

Expected outcomes

  • Validated sustainable refurbishment methods for hydropower
  • Enhanced renewable energy production from refurbished plants
  • Contribution to EU climate and energy goals

Who can apply / participate

  • Research organizations
  • Industry partners
  • SMEs
  • Consortia including multiple types of organizations
  • Check if single applicants or consortia are required or preferred
  • Participants from EU Member States and associated countries
  • Must comply with Horizon Europe rules for Innovation Actions
  • Exact consortium size and composition
  • Specific eligibility conditions

Must check before shortlisting

  • Specific eligibility criteria and consortium requirements
  • Budget and funding rates
  • Detailed scope and expected outcomes

Money

Budget details not stated; funding rates and amounts must be checked in official call documents.

Application notes

  • Single-stage submission model.
  • Confirm deadlines and submission requirements on official portal

Derived from official EU Funding portal source · updated 2 Jul 2026, 09:29 UTC. Use this as a shortlisting aid; the official call text remains authoritative.

Official source text

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