REPowerEU
Incentives for renewable energy self-generation for SMEs
From 8 July to 30 September 2025, the new REPowerEU call for applications is open, providing non-repayable grants to SMEs investing in photovoltaic systems, mini wind installations and energy storage solutions. The remaining available budget amounts to €178.6 million.
The incentive covers
- up to 40% of eligible costs for small enterprises (30% for medium-sized enterprises) for the purchase and installation of renewable energy systems (RES),
- 30% of eligible costs for energy storage systems,
- 50% of expenses incurred for energy certification, where not legally required.
Each application may relate to a single production unit, with a maximum eligible investment of €1 million. Projects must be initiated only after the application has been submitted.
Excluded
- specific sectors listed in Annex 1 of the call,
- energy-intensive enterprises and companies subject to the EU Emissions Trading System (ETS),
- entities that have already participated in the June 2025 call.
