Advancements in Direct Air Capture

Overview

Funding for projects that accelerate the commercial deployment of Direct Air Capture (DAC) technologies by scaling up existing solutions to pilot demonstration or higher. Targets consortia and organizations capable of advancing DAC efficiency, cost reduction, and environmental sustainability.

Who Can Apply

Consortia of legal entities established in eligible countries, including research institutions, industry, SMEs, and public bodies. Single applicants are not excluded if they meet all requirements.

Funding Details

• Maximum grant amount: 43,000,000 EUR
• Funding is provided as a lump sum
• Total budget and funding rate not specified

What Is Funded

• Scaling up DAC technologies to at least TRL 7-9 (pilot demonstration or higher)
• Improving cost efficiency of capture and regeneration processes
• Enhancing material performance, durability, and process designs
• Reducing energy use for sorbent/solvent regeneration
• Developing alternative materials and approaches for CO2 separation
• Designing efficient, high-flux air contactors
• Conducting comprehensive life cycle assessments (LCA) of DAC systems
• Encouraged use of European Research Infrastructure for CO2 (ECCSEL)
• International cooperation with Mission Innovation Carbon Dioxide Removal Mission participants

Technology / Maturity Requirements

• Projects must target TRL 7-9
• Demonstration of scalability, manufacturing potential, and flexible operation under renewable energy supply

Key Dates

• Open date: 2026-12-02
• Deadline: 2027-03-30

Application Process (High-Level)

• Single-stage submission via the Funding & Tenders Portal
• Proposals must adhere to page limits and layout specified in the Application Form

Geographic Scope & Language

• Eligible countries: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Norway, Iceland, United Kingdom, Switzerland
• Application language: English

Notes

• Proposals must comply with Horizon Europe’s general conditions, including admissibility, eligibility, and evaluation criteria
• Use of Copernicus and/or Galileo/EGNOS is mandatory if satellite-based data or services are utilized
• Projects must address environmental implications through a full life cycle assessment
• Lump sum funding model applies; detailed budget tables and cost reporting requirements are specified in the grant agreement