The EU LIFE Programme 2026 Calls for Proposals provide funding support for projects addressing major environmental and climate challenges, including biodiversity loss, climate change, pollution, circular economy transition, and clean energy development.
The programme supports innovative projects that contribute to European environmental and climate objectives while demonstrating practical solutions that can be replicated and scaled.
The 2026 LIFE calls include funding opportunities under four major areas:
- Nature and Biodiversity
- Circular Economy and Quality of Life
- Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation
- Clean Energy Transition
More than €600 million is available under the 2026 LIFE calls to support environmental and climate action projects.
Solutions and Projects Supported
The programme supports projects addressing:
🌍 Climate Change Adaptation
Projects that improve resilience to climate impacts, including:
- Climate risk reduction
- Disaster preparedness and resilience
- Nature-based adaptation solutions
- Water management
- Climate-resilient infrastructure
- Local adaptation strategies
🌿 Nature & Biodiversity Conservation
Projects focused on:
- Ecosystem restoration
- Habitat protection
- Species conservation
- Biodiversity monitoring
- Restoration of degraded ecosystems
- Nature-based solutions
♻️ Circular Economy & Pollution Reduction
Supported innovations include:
- Waste prevention and recycling systems
- Resource efficiency solutions
- Pollution reduction approaches
- Sustainable production and consumption models
⚡ Clean Energy Transition
Projects supporting:
- Renewable energy solutions
- Energy efficiency
- Sustainable energy systems
- Community energy initiatives
Who Can Apply?
Eligible applicants may include:
- NGOs and civil society organizations
- Research institutions
- Universities
- Public authorities
- Private companies
- International partnerships and consortiums
Applicants must meet the eligibility requirements of the specific LIFE call they apply for.
Benefits
Selected projects may receive:
✅ Grant funding for project implementation
✅ Support for scaling environmental solutions
✅ Opportunities to demonstrate innovative climate and biodiversity approaches
✅ Networking with European environmental and climate actors
✅ Visibility through the EU LIFE programme
Application Deadline
22 September 2026 (17:00 CEST) for most Standard Action Project calls, including climate adaptation, climate mitigation, biodiversity, governance, and circular economy calls.
Why Apply?
The EU LIFE Programme provides an opportunity for organizations developing climate and environmental solutions to access funding, demonstrate impact, and contribute to global sustainability efforts.
Projects focused on climate adaptation, biodiversity protection, ecosystem restoration, pollution reduction, and clean energy transition can use this platform to scale solutions and strengthen environmental resilience
