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Funding period: 2021–2027
In the new funding period from 2021 to 2027, approximately €2.4 billion has been allocated to Lower Saxony. In March 2020, the state government adopted the overarching program objectives for Lower Saxony. These include investments in
- an innovative and smart economic transformation based on sustainable education and research.
- its environment and climate protection.
- the future viability of its regions, as well as in equal opportunities and participation.
EU funding is allocated through regional programs and calls for proposals issued by the state ministries.
The most important ESIF programs for Clausthal University of Technology are:
- European Regional Development Fund (ERDF)
– innovation through universities and research institutions
- European Social Fund (ESF)
training and qualification measures: “Opening up universities” and “Skills alliances”
- European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (EAFRD)
: agricultural, environmental, and climate protection, as well as strengthening rural areas
- INTERREG B programs for transnational cooperation
The new program will support key EU policy initiatives such as the Green Deal and the Digital Transformation and aims to make the participating regions “greener, smarter, and more livable places.”
Partners in Lower Saxony can participate in INTERREG B across three program areas:
If you are planning to submit an application, please contact the Structural Funds Coordinator at Clausthal University of Technology or their representative well in advance. We will advise you on the programs, provide you with the application documents and access to the NBank portal, and assist you throughout the application process.