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Crowding in private finance 2026 Grant

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This call is open to research institutions, universities and non-profits and 2 others, at idea and R&D stage and prototype and pilot stage. Funding is a grant. Coverage is read from the notice itself: the European Union.

Climate Fintech grants

Summary

This LIFE grant funds research and innovation projects that address how private finance can be mobilized and scaled for climate and environmental solutions, with a focus on removing barriers to private capital deployment. The grant targets research institutions, consortia, and organizations working on climate finance mechanisms and private-sector engagement.

Summary by Raise Lens from the official notice · 6 Jun 2026Accurate?

About this grant

The LIFE programme funds research and innovation addressing how private capital can be mobilised and scaled to deliver climate and environmental outcomes. Projects should focus on removing barriers to private finance deployment, whether through new mechanisms, capacity-building, technological solutions or demonstration activities. Eligible applicants include research institutions, universities, nonprofits, large companies and consortia based in EU member states. Early-stage research and prototype or pilot projects are welcome. Applications typically require multi-stakeholder partnerships reflecting the collaborative nature of climate finance challenges. The deadline for applications is 16 September 2026.