Kansen voor West is een economisch stimuleringsprogramma voor West-Nederland en onderdeel van EFRO. De subsidie is voor de provincies Noord- en Zuid-Holland, Utrecht en Flevoland en de vier grootste steden: Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Den Haag en Utrecht.
Er zijn nog beschikbare budgetten voor de huidige openstellingen. Later dit jaar volgen nieuwe openstellingen of worden bestaande budgetten verhoogd. De eerste ronde opent in mei en wordt in maart aangekondigd.
What is Kansen voor West?
Kansen voor West is a subsidy program from EFRO, aimed at sustainable innovation in the west of the Netherlands. It offers funding for projectys in the provinces North- and South-Holland, Utrecht, Flevoland and their four largest cities: Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Den Haag and Utrecht.
Its focus lies on transitioning towards a fully circular en climate neutral economy and on innovation. The goal is to reduce CO2 emissions by at least 55% in 2030 and 50% less use of minerals, metals and fossil fuels.
Am I eligible for Kansen voor West?
The program is aimed primarily at collaborations, but innovation projects by a sole SME are also allowed. The evaluation of applications differs per call for proposal. For example, there is a tender for the development of fieldlabs in South Holland and a call with a first-come first-serve policy for the stimulation of energy efficiency in Amsterdam.
What must I do for Kansen voor West?
Kansen voor West has two openings anually, up until 2026, in which calls for proposals are launched. These will generally be in April and October every year. Projects need to finish in 2029 because the program ends that year. Your projects needs to match a call for proposal. The terms may vary per call.
Further development of innovation projects is eligible for subsidy. You can apply if you have already started development of your project.
What do I gain through Kansen voor West?
Kansen voor West has a budget of €237 million for 2022 up until 2029. All project expenses are eligible, such as hours, material costs and costs to third parties. Usually about 40% of the eligible costs atre reimbursed. Furthermore, provincial cofinancing is possible.
The minimum demand for project costs usually is €200.000. Both the minimum and maximum subsidy amount vary per call for proposal.
What project themes are covered by Kansen voor West?
Innovation
For innovation the themes of the RIS3 apply. The most important ones we can help with are the following:
Cyber Security
Smart Health
Artificial intelligence (AI)
Climate
Strengthening of the research and innovation capacity and introduction of advanced technologies
Advancement of energy efficiency measures and CO₂ reduction.
Renewable energy
Development of smart energy systems, grids and storage
Promotion of the transition towards a circular economy
Europe closer to its citizens:
Promotion of integrated social, eeconomical and sustainable development, cultural heritage, tourism and safety in urban areas and sustainable urban development.
We analyse your project, investigate and match further funding opportunities and write the application. Our expertise in the field of sustainable and technological innovations and the Kansen voor West subsidy allows us to translate the most complex projects into a successful application. We take care of the subsidy, so you can focus on innovating.
Do you have a project which matches a call for proposal? Do you want advice or help with your application? Feel free to contact us below.