HEDGE-IoT Open Call 1

About

The HEDGE-IoT Open Call 1 offers SMEs and start-ups the opportunity to secure up to €60,000 in funding for innovative IoT, AI, and edge solutions aimed at enhancing energy management, along with access to pilot infrastructures, technical mentoring, and visibility in the European energy ecosystem, with applications due by October 24, 2025.

Benefits

• Up to €60,000 in non-dilutive funding per project covering 70% of eligible costs plus 25% flat-rate overhead
• Direct access to real-world energy pilots and advanced IoT infrastructure
• Technical and business mentoring from top industry and research partners
• Visibility and validation in the European energy and innovation ecosystem
• Acceleration towards market entry for innovative digital energy solutions

Eligibility Criteria

• Individual SMEs or start-ups
• Registered and profit-making in EU Member States or Horizon Europe associated countries
• No conflict of interest with HEDGE-IoT consortium partners
• Proposals must be submitted in English
• Focus on IoT, AI, energy management, edge/cloud solutions, and secure data transactions in the energy sector