Clean Hydrogen Partnership Opens EUR 105M 2026 Call for Proposals
The EU's Clean Hydrogen Partnership launched its 2026 call with EUR 105 million across 21 topics, from renewable production to Hydrogen Valleys. Deadline: April 15, 2026.
The EU's Clean Hydrogen Partnership opened its 2026 call for proposals on January 20, 2026, offering EUR 105 million for innovative hydrogen technology projects.
Funding Breakdown
| Topic Area | Budget | Topics |
|---|---|---|
| Renewable Hydrogen Production | EUR 16M | 6 |
| Hydrogen Storage and Distribution | EUR 17.5M | 4 |
| Transport | EUR 25M | 4 |
| Heat and Power | EUR 16M | 3 |
| Cross-cutting | EUR 5.5M | 2 |
| Hydrogen Valleys | EUR 25M | 2 |
Key Details
- Submission deadline: April 15, 2026, 17:00 CEST
- Grant type: Lump sum grants via the EU Funding and Tenders portal
- Focus: Projects that bring innovations closer to market, from renewable hydrogen production and advanced storage to fuel cell deployment in heavy-duty transport and maritime sectors
Relevance for Certification
The call is primarily hardware and R&D focused — electrolysers, storage, infrastructure. Direct relevance for certification software is low. However, indirect opportunities exist through partnerships with electrolyser manufacturers or storage companies applying for funding, where certification module integration strengthens their proposals.
For software and digitalization, Horizon Europe Digital/Data calls may be a better fit than Clean Hydrogen Partnership calls, which typically focus on technology demonstration.
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