Enhancing ecodesign and circularity of consumer electronics
EU funding call for the development and demonstration of new ecodesign approaches for consumer electronics, focusing on reparability, recycling, and circularity. Submission deadline: 22.09.2027.
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Grant criteria
Funding objective
Development, testing, and demonstration of innovative ecodesign solutions for consumer electronics (durability, reusability, reparability, disassemblability, recyclability, and use of recycled materials) as well as incentive mechanisms and business models to promote the circular economy.
Eligible expenses
- Personnel expenses
- Material costs
- Subcontractor services
- Travel expenses
Non-eligible expenses
- Acquisition of real estate
- Retroactive costs
- Debt settlement
Eligible to apply
- Companies
- Non-profit Organizations
- Educational Institutions
- Public Institutions
Funding requirements
- Legal form as a legal entity
- Timely submission of the application by 22.09.2027
- Consortium of at least three independent institutions in EU/associated countries
Documents required for application
- Cover letter
- Project description
- Financing plan
- Proof of legal entity
Evaluation criteria
- Innovative content of the project
- Relevance of the expected impact
- Quality and efficiency of implementation
Description
The funding call aims at the development and demonstration of innovative ecodesign concepts for consumer electronics in the EU to significantly improve durability, reusability, reparability, and recyclability. At the same time, the increased use of recyclates and the testing of business models such as product leasing or service systems are encouraged. Funding is available for companies of all sizes, non-profit organizations, educational institutions, and public bodies collaborating in a consortium of at least three independent institutions from EU member states or associated countries. Expenditures for personnel, materials, subcontractor services, and travel are eligible for 70% funding, with a maximum grant amount of €5 million. The project duration spans 36 months. A timely online submission by 22.09.2027, proof of legal entity status, and own funds for project success are prerequisites. Evaluation criteria include the degree of innovation, impact relevance, and quality and efficiency of implementation, with interdisciplinary expertise and the inclusion of social sciences and humanities being welcomed.
The focus lies on the development of durable, dismantlable device concepts and optimized material flows for a circular economy in the electronics sector. Manufacturers, research institutions, as well as consumer and environmental organizations can jointly implement pilot projects and explore incentives such as extended warranties or reduced VAT rates. Early market and legal analyses (RoHS, product liability, SSbD chemical safety) and the application of the Product Environmental Footprint method are integral components. The call supports the EU Ecodesign Regulation, the Green Deal, and the vision of a sustainable circular economy. Following positive evaluation, projects will be invited for contract preparation – until then, no entitlement to funding arises. Interested consortium partners have the opportunity to connect via the partner search function of the EU funding platform.