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LIFE

European Union’s funding instrument for environmental and climate action, supporting innovative and demonstration projects that advance EU policy and legislation.

  Supports pilot and demonstration projects that aim to improve the implementation of EU nature, environment, and climate policies.

Duration:
  • 12 to 60 months
TRL:
  • 5 to 6-7  

  Environmental sub-programmes (65% of projects):
  • Nature and Biodiversity
  • Circular economy and quality of life (new)

 

Climate sub-programmes (35% of projects):
  • Climate change mitigation and adaptation
  • Clean energy transition 

  Funding percentage:
  • 55% to 75% (depending on project type)
Average EU contribution per project:
  • €500 up to €1,5M
Application
  • Open calls or calls with specific challenges
  • Single applicants or consortia are eligible to apply