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Research Spin-Off Programme Grant

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This call is open to universities, research institutions and startups, at idea and R&D stage, prototype and pilot stage and pre-seed. Coverage is read from the notice itself: any country.

Summary

This programme accelerates the commercialisation of deep-tech, energy, and environmental innovations by co-building spin-off companies from university and research institutions, bridging the gap between laboratory discovery and market entry. It targets researchers and institutions seeking to translate their innovations into viable commercial ventures.

Summary by Raise Lens from the official notice · 5 Sept 2026Accurate?

About this grant

This programme accelerates the transition of deep-tech, energy and environmental innovations from research institutions into commercial ventures. It supports the formation of spin-off companies through a co-building model that pairs researchers with business expertise, helping bridge the gap between laboratory discovery and market readiness. Funding is available as grants to universities, research institutions and early-stage startups globally. Applicants must demonstrate that their technology originates from academic or research institution work and has a credible route to commercialisation. Successful teams will combine scientific and technical knowledge with commercial acumen to develop viable business models during the programme. The initiative targets innovations at idea, prototype or pre-seed stages in renewable energy, energy efficiency and carbon removal.

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Key requirements

  • ✓Technology must originate from university or non-university research institution
  • ✓Project must demonstrate clear pathway to market commercialisation and spin-off formation
  • ✓Team must include both researchers and commercial/business expertise for co-building phase

Frequently asked questions

Who can apply for Research Spin-Off Programme?
Eligibility covers organisations in GLOBAL; university, research-institution, startup.

About this sector

Renewable energy funding covers solar, wind, hydropower, geothermal and bioenergy, from early research to grid-scale deployment. Public money tends to back demonstration, grid connection and access to energy in emerging markets, while procurement notices buy installation, operation and maintenance. Calls often ask for proof of resource assessment, permitting progress and local partners.

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Sourcefunder-discovery
EligibilityGLOBAL
Org typesuniversity, research-institution, startup
Last verified5 Sep 2026

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