What types of funding are available?

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Funding can generally be divided into several funding instruments, which are used depending on the project objective, company size, and funding logic. The most well-known form are grants, which do not have to be repaid and are often used for investments, innovation projects, consulting services, or pilot projects in the area of climate protection and […]

Which funding programs are available for climate protection and sustainability?

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Companies can utilize funding for climate protection and sustainability from various levels and sectors—ranging from the European Union, federal and state governments, to regional and local initiatives. Relevant programs typically support climate-friendly investments, energy and resource efficiency, CO₂ reduction, transformation projects, digitalization in the context of sustainability, as well as strategic sustainability and energy consulting. […]

Who can apply for funding?

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In principle, companies of almost all sizes and sectors can apply for funding, provided that the planned project aligns with the objectives of the respective funding programme. Eligible applicants often include both small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and large companies, sometimes with different funding rates or requirements.What matters less is the sector itself, and more […]

Are there any funding opportunities for SMEs in the sustainability sector?

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Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in particular can benefit greatly from sustainability funding, even though they are often not the focus of public attention. Certain funding programmes are explicitly designed to support SMEs in their sustainable transformation and help overcome typical barriers such as limited budgets, a lack of staff resources, or high upfront investments. […]

What funding is available for climate protection measures?

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For climate protection measures, companies have access to a wide range of funding options aimed at reducing emissions, increasing energy and resource efficiency, and economically implementing transformation projects. These differ less by specific program names than by their function and project phase. Generally, funding can be categorized into grants, subsidized financing, and accompanying support services […]