GSS EU Science Funding Gateway

Τhe specific Call is under the Destination ‘’Clean and competitive solutions for all transport modes” which addresses activities that improve the climate and environmental footprint, as well as competitiveness, of different transport modes.

Energy efficiency measures may have specific applications linked to new technologies (e.g. alternative fuels, fuel cells, electrification, assisted wind power propulsion) which require significant changes in the on-board energy balance and management.

Projects are expected to address technological solutions for energy efficiency yielding at least 10% reduction in energy consumption compared to best available technologies for similar applications in case of a single measure and at least 20% in case of combined measures.

A wide range of potential solutions may be proposed, including for example: reducing thermal, electrical and propulsive loads, optimisation of on-board energy management systems, design based systemic/holistic approaches and/or the use of active/adaptive technologies. Additionally, digital solutions supporting operational strategies and remote monitoring and control can also

be addressed if they are contributing to higher energy efficiency. (Other potential solutions are illustrated in the HE Main Work Programme 2021–2022 –Climate, Energy and Mobility).

Cyber security aspects are expected to be taken into account as well as, solutions that are applicable to a wide variety of waterborne operations (and not just selective cases), regarding both maritime and inland navigation will be prioritized.

 Activities addressing efficiency gains through the design of internal combustion engines or power generation systems are excluded.