The KIEM GoChem subsidy for 2025 has officially opened. This scheme, a collaboration between Regieorgaan SIA and ChemistryNL, stimulates innovation in the chemical sector by supporting collaboration between SMEs and knowledge institutions.
Scope of the scheme
Applications within one or more sub-areas:
- Sustainable chemistry (including circular processes, bio-based raw materials, CO2 reuse)
- MMIPs 6, 7 and 8 of Mission Industry (Circular carbon, CO2-free energy management, energy system aspects)
- Chemistry of Life
- Chemical Sensing & Enabling Technologies
Subsidy conditions
- Maximum €40,000 subsidy per project. This subsidy is for the knowledge institution
- Duration: maximum 12 months
- Consortium: at least one knowledge institution and two practical partners, of which at least one SME
- Co-financing: at least 25% of the subsidy amount by practical partners
- Total available budget: almost €1,200,000 (expected 29 allocations)
Important deadlines
There are two collection dates in 2025:
- First collection date: 8 April 2025 (before 14:00 CEST)
- Second collection date: 30 September 2025 (before 14:00 CEST, also closing date)
Please note: the scheme applies the principle of “first come, first served”. If the budget is used up, the scheme will close early.
More information can be found on the website of Regieorgaan SIA. Would you like advice on your project idea? Then use the project idea form to submit your idea to the program manager of GoChem.
