Deadline: August 29, 2025
Are you developing innovative technology, materials, or products in the raw or advanced materials sector? Then this call could be for you.
KAVA Call 13 – Upscaling aims to accelerate the launch of promising new technologies, products, and services in the raw materials industry. It targets projects with validated technologies that require additional steps – such as testing, demonstration, proof of concept, and scaling – before being market-ready.
Funding Information
- Funding: €500,000 to €2.5 million per project (higher amounts only possible in well-justified cases)
- Duration: Up to 2.5 years (shorter timelines will be favoured)
- Technology/Process has been validated in a relevant environment (minimum TRL 5) and is on the path to market readiness (TRL 5+ to TRL 8).
- Proposals must include a plan to commercialise technology and outline a financial sustainability plan (e.g., equity, revenue sharing).
- Co-funding: Minimum 30% of the total budget (higher contributions will score positively).
Who can apply?
- Consortia with at least two partners from different Horizon Europe-eligible countries.
- Consortia must represent at least two sides of the knowledge triangle: education, research, and industry/business.
- At least one partner must be a Core or Associate Partner of EIT RawMaterials.
- Non-member organisations must commit to membership if selected.
Evaluation and Eligibility Criteria
- Evaluation (50% Quality, 50% Strategy):
- Quality: Market impact, technical feasibility, and consortium strength.
- Strategy: Alignment with EIT RawMaterials goals, financial sustainability, and business case strength.
- Eligibility:
- Technology Readiness Level (TRL): Must start at TRL 5+ and target at least TRL 8.
- Projects must cover one of these key areas: Circular Societies, Sustainable Materials, or Responsible Sourcing.
- Include a market analysis, Go-to-Market strategy, and environmental impact assessment (if applicable).
For more information, visit EIT RawMaterials.
