The Excel file below provides information on funding sources from EU institutions, agencies and Member States governments to finance climate adaptation initiatives. This database is primarily aimed at use by EU regional and local authorities. However, it may also be relevant for businesses, organisations or research institutions.
Please note that this is not a database of open calls. It provides information about available funding sources at EU and national level that cover climate adaptation, and about entities that issue calls (it may include links to information on closed calls for future reference). For stakeholders who are new to funding opportunities and seeking guidance on adaptation project proposals, the Funding and Financing Guide: Supporting Regional Climate Adaptation is an essential resource to help navigate these options.
Users can filter database information by adaptation sectors, steps of the adaptation planning cycle (according to the Regional Adaptation Support Tool (RAST) adaptation planning framework), country, and entities eligible to receive the funding.
This database primarily focuses on funding for adaptation, but also includes funding sources for other related areas, such as climate change mitigation, infrastructure, transportation, and digital innovation. These funding sources can be relevant for adaptation-related actions, depending on the nature of the project and its alignment with broader climate objectives. Stakeholders need to review each funding option carefully, considering how their projects fit into the broader landscape of (climate) action, as certain funding sources may be flexible enough to support cross-cutting initiatives that address multiple climate goals simultaneously. It is recommended that you contact the funding entity that issued the offer before submitting it.
For more information on each EU funding option and eligibility, we encourage users to clarify any questions with the National Contact Points (NCPs), whose contact details are provided in the fund objective section. For more information on national funding options and eligibility, we encourage users to contact the respective authorities with any questions.
This database does not cover regional funding options; however, we encourage you to contact your regional authority to discuss available funding options.
