HORIZON-CL5-2023-D3-02-13

Operation, Performance and Maintenance of PV Systems

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 innovation in operation, performance, and maintenance of photovoltaic (PV) systems with digital and AI integration.

This call supports projects improving how photovoltaic systems operate and are maintained. It encourages use of digital technologies and artificial intelligence. The goal is to enhance renewable electricity generation and system integration.

Likely relevant for

  • Renewable energy technology developers
  • PV system operators and maintainers
  • Digital technology and AI solution providers
  • Energy system integrators

Project signals

Focus on PV system operation and maintenanceUse of AI and digital toolsAlignment with RePowerEU and Digital Agenda priorities

What it funds

  • Innovative solutions for operation and maintenance of PV systems
  • Improving performance and reliability of photovoltaic installations
  • Integration of digital technologies and artificial intelligence in PV system management
  • Enhancing renewable electricity generation through PV systems
  • Supporting system integration of photovoltaics within energy networks

Expected outcomes

  • Increased efficiency and uptime of PV systems
  • Advanced digital tools for predictive maintenance
  • Better integration of PV systems into energy grids
  • Contribution to EU renewable energy and digitalisation goals

Who can apply / participate

  • Research organisations
  • Industry players including SMEs and large companies
  • Technology developers
  • Energy utilities and system operators
  • Consortium formation rules must be checked in the call text
  • Participants typically from EU Member States and associated countries
  • Eligibility depends on Horizon Europe rules and specific call conditions
  • Exact consortium size and composition
  • Specific funding rates and budget limits

Must check before shortlisting

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

Money

Budget details and funding rates are not stated and must be checked in the official call documents.

Application notes

  • Single-stage submission model. Check official call for detailed application steps and required documents.

Derived from official EU Funding portal source · updated 2 Jul 2026, 09:30 UTC. Use this as a shortlisting aid; the official call text remains authoritative.

Official source text

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