This call for projects covers the following themes:
- reuseReuse designates all operations by which substances, materials or products that are not waste are used again in an identical way to their originally intended purpose.
- closed cycles
- extending product life
- resource efficiencyEfficiency is focused on the productivity of resources, i.e. in an improvement in the relationship between the natural resources used and the benefit they provide in the form of a product manufactured or a service provided.
- the collaborative economyThe term ‘collaborative economy’ designates economic models where collaborative platforms create an open market for the temporary use of goods and services often produced or supplied by private individuals.
- eco-design or other forms of design
- sustainable energy
Who can participate?
The call is open to various organisations, associations (with legal personality) and social enterprises, including professional and sectoral federations.
Does your project cover one of the themes? Does it have a duration of at least one year and does it focus on social innovation?
If so, you may be eligible for support under this call for projects from the Fund for Sustainable Management of Materials and Energy.
How to participate?
Submit your application before 24 February 2026 via the online form.
A jury will select the six best applications. The winners will be invited to present their ideas. You will be informed of the decision at the end of March. The presentations will take place on 21 April.
What does the support consist of?
The selected projects will receive €40,000 per year.
The support is granted annually and can be renewed twice. This is why the Fund encourages applicants to formulate a vision covering several years.
For local or smaller-scale projects, there is another mechanism: Growfunding. With this, you raise an amount yourself with the help of Growfunding and the Fund doubles your amount (up to a maximum of 4,000 euros).
More information
Read more about the selection conditions and procedure on the project page of the Sustainable Materials and Energy Management Fund.
