The European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency (CINEA) will present a series of virtual information sessions on the LIFE 2026 Calls for proposals during the EU LIFE 2026 info days from 28 to 30 April. The programme and all useful information can be found here. The Info Days also aim to explain how to prepare an application and what makes an excellent proposal.
These live sessions will guide potential applicants through the new Calls for proposals and the priority topics for 2026 under the four LIFE sub-programmes:
- Nature and biodiversity;
- Circular economy and quality of life;
- Climate change mitigation and adaptation;
- Clean energy transition.
More detailed information on the LIFE Programme is available on the CINEA Website
Open Calls
The LIFE 2026 Calls for Proposals LINK have officially launched, offering €601.5 million to support innovative projects driving Europe’s green transition and climate neutrality. The programme funds initiatives across nature restoration, circular economy, climate action, and clean energy transition under the EU’s environmental agenda. These calls aim to scale up practical, high-impact solutions that strengthen Europe’s competitiveness while accelerating decarbonisation and environmental resilience.
Most LIFE calls cluster around 22nd of September 2026 deadline, with strategic project follow-up deadlines extending into March 2027
Full details on topics, funding lines, and deadlines can be found here:
LIFE Calls for proposals 2026 – European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency
