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Call for projects Water quality and Monitoring, Biobased raw materials,  CCU

ChemistryNL has made a total of €1.8 million available through three second openings of the subsidy calls for public-private partnership projects in the areas of water quality, biobased raw materials and carbon capture and utilisation (CCU). Researchers and companies can submit applications until January 16, 2026, 14:00 for innovation projects in three crucial themes for a sustainable future.

Three innovation themes for a sustainable future

The subsidy calls focus on three important themes:

Water Quality and Monitoring

Innovations aimed at improving water quality are essential for a sustainable future. Research proposals can focus on:

  • Sustainable separation techniques that use little energy and chemicals
  • Industrial process optimization to minimize waste streams
  • Advanced sensor technologies for better monitoring of water flows

Carbon Capture and Utilisation (CCU)

To combat climate change, there is an urgent need for technologies that can capture CO₂ and convert it into valuable products. Proposals can focus on:

  • Innovative technologies for efficient CO₂ capture
  • New methods to convert captured CO₂ into valuable products
  • Integration of CCU technologies with renewable energy sources

Biobased Raw Materials for Circular Materials

This call stimulates research into the conversion of biobased raw materials into sustainable biobased chemicals for materials. Research proposals can focus on:

  • Conversion of biomass into platform chemicals and specialty chemicals
  • Development of building blocks for sustainable biobased materials
  • Innovative processes for processing first and second generation biobased raw materials (with preference for second generation)

Young researchers and SMEs: seize your opportunity!

The TKI specifically encourages young researchers and SMEs to submit applications. The subsidy calls offer an excellent opportunity to further develop your innovative ideas in collaboration with knowledge institutions and companies.

Practical information

  • Available budget: €1.8 million (€600,000 per call)
  • Maximum subsidy per project: €150,000
  • Submission deadline: January 16, 2026, 14:00
  • Project duration: until December 31, 2030 at the latest

Conditions

Applications must be submitted by public-private consortia. The main applicant must be a researcher with an appointment at a Dutch knowledge institution for at least the duration of the project. In addition, at least one Dutch private party must participate (financially).

Different co-financing requirements apply depending on the type of research:

  • 30% for fundamental research
  • 50% for industrial research
  • 75% for experimental research

For non-SME partners, at least 50% of the co-financing must be contributed in cash.

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For questions, please contact Harmen Veldman, PPS-i coördinator (tel. +31 6 31976594).