First Wave (OC1)

The call is open to any legal entity holding trade licenses (large enterprises, SMEs and natural persons). It is not about direct grants; it is about providing the services required for innovation: everything from advanced materials validation to final certification guidance. Watch our Webinar to access detailed information about the application process, ensuring interested parties know exactly how to secure this support.

What We Offer

Exclusive Access to 9 Pilot Lines

Top-Tier Technical Support (Material to Certification)

Comprehensive Business Support (Coaching/Investor Access)

Eligibility Criteria

The call is open to any legal entity holding trade licenses (large enterprises, SMEs and natural persons) established in a Horizon Europe country. Projects must target TRL 4-7 (Technology Readiness Levels) focusing on innovative electrolysis materials and components.

Evaluation Criteria

Excellence

Impact

Applicant Capacity

Applicants must score a minimum of 7/10 per criterion.

First Wave Deadline

18th December 2025

Call Timeline

1

Opening

4 November 2025

2

Closing

18 December 2025

3

Winner Selection

Mid-Jan 2026

4

Democase Execution

Mar-Aug 2026

How to Apply

Step 1

Check your Eligibility

Have a look at the Guidelines for Applicants to check your eligibility, and explore our Catalogue of Services to make sure your project idea aligns with the open call scope.

Step 2

Apply

Download the Proposal Template and fill it in with your proposal. Then, access the F6S platform to fill in the application form and upload your proposal in PDF.

Step 3

Submit

Make sure that you submit on time your application by uploading and completing the application form into the F6S platform.

Step 4

Wait for our confirmation

You will receive an email confirmation of your submission.

Step 5

Evaluation process

Applications will be reviewed and you will hear from us 4 weeks after the call closes. The first wave results are expected in January 2026.

Step 6

Next steps if selected

We will put you in contact with the service delivery manager to co-develop the service delivery plan.