Funding Programmes

Pilot and Demonstration // PoD

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The Large Pilot and Demonstration Projects programme, managed by the Swedish Energy Agency (Energimyndigheten), funds projects that support Sweden’s transition to a sustainable energy system. The programme targets innovative solutions that are ready for large-scale demonstration and have strong commercialisation potential.

Scope and Eligibility

Projects must be at Technology Readiness Level (TRL) 6 or higher and focus on:

  • Product or prototype demonstration
  • Production / process demonstration
  • System-level demonstration

Funding

  • Grants cover 25-45% of eligible project costs for companies
  • Additional support for business development (up to 2 million SEK)
  • No funding for capital investments or equipment purchases (only depreciation costs)

Evaluation Criteria

  • Innovation Level – Uniqueness and competitive advantage
  • Maturity Level – Readiness for demonstration
  • Market Potential – Commercial viability and system transformation potential
  • Energy Impact – Contribution to Sweden’s energy transition
  • Feasibility – Realistic project plan, budget, and team expertise
  • Gender Equality – Integration of gender perspectives in project execution

 

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For more detailed information and latest updates, see the official website.

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