The European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency (CINEA) has launched a new program for projects under the Green Assist initiative to support sustainable investment projects across Europe.
This initiative aims to help small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) transform their environmentally friendly ideas into investment-ready projects. With a total budget of €3 million, the program provides tailored advisory support to companies working on green innovations.
The call is implemented in cooperation with the Enterprise Europe Network (EEN) to ensure companies receive guidance, technical expertise, and assistance throughout the application process.
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Program Overview
- Host Organization: European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency (CINEA)
- Programme Name: Green Assist Advisory Initiative
- Support Type: Technical advisory support for green investment projects
- Total Budget: €3 Million
- Eligible Applicants: Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs)
- Eligible Countries: EU-27 and LIFE Associated Countries
- Application Deadline: 18 May 2026
Program support
Selected projects will receive hands-on advisory support from specialized experts to strengthen their investment proposals. This includes:
- Developing strong business strategies
- Improving financial structuring
- Validating environmental impact and sustainability
- Addressing technical and regulatory challenges
- Increasing project maturity and investor confidence
This support helps SMEs reduce investment risks and attract private financing for sustainable projects.
Priority Sectors
The call especially encourages projects in:
- Circular Economy
- Bioeconomy
- Environmental sustainability
- Green technologies
- Climate-friendly innovation
However, other environmental investment sectors aligned with Green Assist objectives are also welcome.
Who Can Apply? for Program
To be eligible for the programme, applicants must:
- Be an SME established in EU-27 countries
- Be located in LIFE associated countries such as
- Ukraine
- Moldova
- Iceland
- North Macedonia
- Montenegro
- Demonstrate clear environmental benefits
- Meet the minimum investment requirements
Applicants are encouraged to contact an EEN Sustainability Adviser for pre-screening and guidance before submitting their proposal.
Application Deadline
The Green Assist Call for Projects 2026 will remain open until:
18 May 2026
Interested SMEs should start preparing their proposals early to benefit from this advisory support opportunity.
Why This Programme Matters
Many innovative green ideas fail to receive funding due to technical, financial, or regulatory barriers. The Green Assist initiative bridges this gap by providing expert guidance and helping companies transform promising concepts into bankable investment projects.
By supporting sustainable investments, the programme contributes to Europe’s green transition, economic growth, and environmental sustainability goals.
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