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- Reorganized funding program structure: moved standalone .md files into organized directories with PROGRAM_INFO.md and APPLICATION_SCOPE.md - Created budget files for selected priority programs: * EIC Accelerator: budget_breakdown.csv and budget_justification.md (€1.815M) * ZIM: budget_breakdown.csv and budget_justification.md (€465k) * DBU: budget_breakdown.csv and budget_justification.md (€152.5k) * LIFE Programme: budget_breakdown.csv and budget_justification.md (€1.815M) - Created team CV files for all selected programs (CV_Damir_Mukimov.md) - Added application documents structure: * funding/applications/budget/ - Master budget files and templates * funding/applications/team_cvs/ - Master CV and team expertise summary - Updated FUNDING_GAP_ANALYSIS.md to reflect completed documents - Added APPLICATION_REQUIREMENTS_REPORT.md with detailed requirements - Added PREPARATION_PRIORITY.md for application preparation workflow
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⚠️ NOT SUITABLE FOR BERLIN-BASED COMPANIES
This program requires Austrian company/research institution (Austrian registration).
Requirement: Company must be Austrian or research institution must be Austrian.
SeeBERLIN_COMPANY_RECOMMENDATIONS.mdfor programs suitable for Berlin-based companies.
FFG - Austrian Research Promotion Agency
Overview
FFG (Österreichische Forschungsförderungsgesellschaft) is Austria's national funding institution for industry-related research and development, offering various programs including the Eco-Cheque and other innovation funding instruments.
Managing Body
FFG - Austrian Research Promotion Agency
Funding Type
Grants for research and development, innovation projects, and collaborative research
Funding Amount
- Varies by program
- Eco-Cheque 2025: Up to €5,000 for SMEs transitioning to climate-friendly practices
- Larger innovation projects: Varies by call
- Support for SMEs, startups, and research collaborations
Deadlines
- STATUS: OPEN (as of November 2025)
- Eco-Cheque 2025: Active program (check website for current deadlines)
- DIVERSITEC 2025: Active program (check website for deadlines)
- Multiple programs with varying deadlines
- Continuous intake for some programs
- Check FFG website for current deadlines
Eligibility
- Austrian companies (SMEs and larger firms)
- Research institutions
- Universities and research organizations
- Startups and entrepreneurs
- Must demonstrate innovation and Austrian economic impact
Thematic Focus
- Eco-Cheque: Climate-friendly and environmentally sound business practices
- Circular economy and sustainability
- Innovation across all sectors
- Green technologies
- Collaborative research projects
Relevance to City Resource Graph
- Eco-Cheque for climate-friendly business transitions
- Innovation funding for circular economy platforms
- Support for sustainable industrial solutions
- Research-industry collaboration grants
- Green technology development funding
Links
Application Checklist
Program Selection (Multiple Options)
- Eco-Cheque 2025: Quick funding (up to €5,000) for climate-friendly transitions
- DIVERSITEC 2025: Diversity and innovation programs
- COIN SME Innovation Networks: Network-based innovation (up to €4M available)
- Other FFG programs (check website for specific deadlines)
Pre-Application Requirements (General)
- Verify Austrian company/research institution eligibility:
- Austrian company (SME or larger) OR
- Research institution/university OR
- Startup/entrepreneur with Austrian connection
- Confirm project demonstrates innovation and Austrian economic impact
- Select appropriate FFG program for project type
Eco-Cheque 2025 Specific Checklist
- Verify SME status in Austria
- Confirm project is climate-friendly/environmental transition
- Check maximum funding: up to €5,000
- Review Eco-Cheque 2025 requirements
- Prepare quick, simple application (designed to be unbureaucratic)
Required Documents (varies by program)
For Eco-Cheque 2025:
- Company registration (Austrian SME)
- Brief project description (climate-friendly transition)
- Budget breakdown (max €5,000)
- Proof of SME status
For Larger Innovation Projects:
- Company/research institution registration documents
- Detailed project description with innovation focus
- Comprehensive budget breakdown
- Project timeline and milestones
- CVs of key team members
- Partnership agreements (if collaboration)
- Market analysis and impact assessment
- Sustainability/circular economy impact description
- Technical feasibility study
For COIN Networks:
- Network partnership agreements
- Consortium description
- Network innovation plan
- Individual partner contributions
Application Steps
- Visit FFG website
- Review funding opportunities
- Select appropriate program:
- Eco-Cheque 2025 for quick climate transition
- DIVERSITEC 2025 for diversity innovation
- COIN Networks for network projects
- Check program-specific deadline
- Register/login to FFG eCall system
- Complete online application form
- Upload required documents
- Submit before deadline
Project Alignment Checklist
- Project demonstrates innovation relevant to selected program
- Shows Austrian economic/social impact
- For Eco-Cheque: climate-friendly business practice transition
- For innovation projects: circular economy/sustainability focus
- Demonstrates environmental benefits
- Includes technical innovation component (if applicable)
Program-Specific Notes
- Eco-Cheque: Quick application process, up to €5,000, ideal for small climate transitions
- DIVERSITEC: Focus on diversity, equality, inclusion in innovation
- COIN: Network-based projects, up to €4M available, requires consortium
Post-Submission
- Save confirmation and reference number
- Monitor application status in eCall system
- Prepare for potential evaluation/interview
- Have additional documentation ready if requested
Application Tips
- Check Eco-Cheque 2025 for quick, unbureaucratic climate transitions (good starting point)
- Explore DIVERSITEC for diversity and innovation programs
- Focus on innovation and environmental impact
- Leverage collaboration opportunities for increased funding
- Consider COIN for network-based innovation projects
- Eco-Cheque is ideal first step: Quick application, smaller amount, good for building track record