Research Council of Norway
Collaborative projects for energy efficiency and energy transition in buildings, areas and industry
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The Research Council of Norway funds collaborative projects developing technology and solutions for energy efficiency and energy transition in buildings, areas, and industry. The call supports innovation in surplus heat utilisation, local power production, and fossil fuel transition, and is open to researchers and institutions based in Norway.
Details
| Funder | Research Council of Norway |
| Deadline | 9 September 2026 |
| Eligible countries | NO |
Eligibility & scope
Funds projects developing technology and solutions for energy efficiency and energy transition in buildings, areas and industry, including surplus heat utilisation, local power production, and fossil fuel transition.
Who Should Apply
- •Researchers and institutions based in Norway
- •Multidisciplinary teams with complementary expertise in energy technology and systems
- •Projects addressing buildings, district heating, industrial processes, or renewable energy integration
- •Applicants with access to pilot or demonstration sites for testing innovations
Key Dates
- •Deadline: 9 September 2026
- •Collaborative project format (multi-partner teams expected)
Tips for Applicants
- ✓Position your project at the intersection of market need and policy support; the Research Council prioritises solutions aligned with Norway's fossil-fuel phase-out timeline.
- ✓Include a named industry or municipal partner as co-applicant or strong letter of intent, demonstration and uptake pathways matter here.
- ✓Quantify the energy savings or emissions reduction potential; projects with clear metrics and measurable deployment targets score higher.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Research Council of Norway energy efficiency call fund?
Projects developing technology and solutions for energy efficiency and transition in buildings, industrial processes, district systems, surplus heat recovery, local power production, and fossil fuel phase-out.
Who is eligible to apply to this Research Council of Norway call?
Researchers and institutions based in Norway; the call expects collaborative, multi-partner projects.
When is the deadline for this energy efficiency call?
The deadline is 9 September 2026.
Does the call require industry partners?
Collaboration is expected; including industry or municipal partners strengthens the application and increases likelihood of real-world deployment.
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