# Circular Chain Projects Subsidy - Netherlands

## Overview
Provides grants for small consortia of SMEs to implement circular solutions in value chains, focusing on resource reuse and emissions reduction.

## Managing Body
RVO (Netherlands Enterprise Agency)

## Funding Type
Grant for small consortia of SMEs to implement circular solutions in a value chain

## Funding Amount
- 50% of project costs
- Maximum €20,000 per SME
- Projects involve 3–6 SMEs (total up to ~€100k)

## Deadlines
- Last call closed: 8 April 2025
- New calls may be announced periodically

## Eligibility
- 3–6 companies (minimum 3 SMEs)
- Must form a chain (supplier–producer–buyer)
- At least 3 different roles represented
- Must hire qualified circular process consultant

## Thematic Focus
Projects aimed at:
- Reusing or recycling products/materials
- Overcoming obstacles in circular supply chains
- Reducing resource use and CO₂ emissions

## Relevance to City Resource Graph
- Piloting industrial symbiosis between local firms
- Cross-company resource optimization
- SME consortia for circular value chains
- Practical implementation of resource matching

## Links
- [Business.gov.nl Circular Chain](https://business.gov.nl/subsidy/subsidy-circular-chain-projects/)
- [RVO Circular Chain Projects](https://business.gov.nl/subsidy/subsidy-circular-chain-projects/)

## Application Tips
- Build diverse consortium representing full value chain
- Include professional circular economy consultant
- Focus on measurable resource savings
- Demonstrate practical implementation approach