The LIFE Clean Energy Transition (CET) sub-programme offers a budget of €85.5 million in 2026. The programme supports public authorities and stakeholders in accelerating the transition to affordable, sustainable energy systems, including through:
- Development of local energy and heating/cooling plans
- Energy efficiency and building renovation
- Deployment of smart energy solutions
- Mobilisation of private investment
- Support to energy communities and tackling energy poverty
With multiple topics under Coordination and Support Actions, the CET calls aim to strengthen governance, remove barriers and enable large-scale implementation of clean energy solutions.
The most relevant CET topics for cities and regions are listed below:
- Supporting the delivery of actionable, integrated, and comprehensive local heating and cooling plans.
- Towards an effective implementation of key legislation in the field of sustainable energy
- Energy renovation solutions – Boosting building renovation through effective markets and instruments
- BUILD UP Skills - National Platforms on energy efficiency skills for the clean energy transition
- Supporting digitalisation of Distribution System Operators for a smart energy transition
- Crowding in private finance
- One-Stop-Shops - Integrated services for clean energy transition in private buildings
- Project Development Assistance for sustainable energy investments
- Scaling up smart and clean energy solutions for affordability in EU cities
- Alleviating household energy poverty in Europe
- Facilitating cooperation among energy communities
Key deadlines
Most LIFE 2026 calls have deadlines in 22 September 2026, providing a clear window for stakeholders to develop and submit project proposals.
Full call details are available on the EU Funding & Tenders Portal
Deadline:
Geographical coverage:
European
Sector of Activity:
other