Featured Podcast Episode: A Deep Dive into the Innovation Fund
EU funding expert Irene Larroy explains how the Innovation Fund is driving industrial decarbonization under the European Green Deal — and what it takes to apply successfully.
At EMDESK Academy, we are committed to offering insights into key EU funding programs that shape Europe's research and innovation landscape. Today, we are excited to feature a compelling new podcast episode from The Grant — a highly regarded, independent initiative exploring EU funding schemes.
About the Episode
Episode #169 – Innovation Fund: An Introduction (Part 1)
In this new episode of The Grant, host Niels Tudor-Vinther welcomes Irene Larroy, Innovation Fund expert and Partner at EY, to explore one of Europe's most impactful funding initiatives: the Innovation Fund.
Through a detailed conversation, the episode unpacks:
- Why the European Commission created the Innovation Fund as part of the European Green Deal.
- How the fund accelerates decarbonization by supporting the construction of industrial-scale projects rather than early-stage research.
- The program structure, including the five main project categories: small, medium, large, pilot, and clean tech manufacturing.
- Key evaluation criteria such as financial close, technical readiness, and cost efficiency.
- Insights into how the EU Emissions Trading System (ETS) finances the Innovation Fund — making it uniquely dynamic among EU programs.
Irene shares hands-on perspectives, including why strategic commitment and high-level management support are critical for successful applications, and what makes Innovation Fund projects so different — and demanding — compared to classic Horizon Europe projects.
This podcast is published by The Grant and curated here to enrich your knowledge resources.
Why You Should Listen
Whether you're a seasoned EU funding professional, a newcomer considering the Innovation Fund for your project, or simply curious about how Europe supports industrial decarbonization, this episode offers a wealth of practical insights.
It's an essential listen for companies, consultants, and stakeholders aiming to make an impact at scale.
Discover more thought leadership and real-world experience — tune in now!
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Read onThis is an excellent webinar. Really informative, well paced with key issues covered. Many thanks. I will recommend the recording to all our project participants.
"5 steps to take when you've received an H2020 grant - Expert Insights", October 29, 2020
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