Idea study scheme
The aim of the scheme is to help increase the pace of innovation in CCS by supporting early phase idea development.
About the scheme
It is expected that new technology concepts will enable significant cost reductions. This requires a deliberate effort across the development chain, from research to pilot testing. Several technologies at a low level of technical maturity have the potential to reduce costs, for example through process simplification or integration, reduced size, and a lower environmental footprint.
Funding of up to NOK 200,000 may be applied for to support projects carrying out activities such as technical calculations and cost estimates. The projects are expected to provide a basis for decisions on further development and, where relevant, the necessary groundwork for a standard CLIMIT application. Applications will fall under ESA’s category of feasibility studies. Small, medium-sized, and large enterprises may receive up to 70%, 60%, and 50% funding, respectively. Application processing will be carried out by the CLIMIT Secretariat under full confidentiality.
Criteria for evaluating applications
- The potential of the technology/method for cost reduction
- HSE improvement and industrial implementation
- Adequate documentation of the theoretical basis of the idea
- Anchored in CLIMIT’s programme plan and the regulations of CLIMIT R&D and Demo