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11 February 2025
ELIAS Launches Open Call: Up to €60,000 in Funding for AI & Sustainability Projects
The European Lighthouse of AI for Sustainability (ELIAS) has opened its first Open Call, inviting SMEs, startups, and NGOs to apply for funding to develop AI/ML solutions for sustainability.
Selected projects can receive up to €60,000 to contribute to Methodology, Software/Tools, or Benchmarks, aligning with ELIAS’s research areas, such as AI for Building Optimization, Materials Discovery, and Responsible AI.
This initiative offers not only funding but also visibility through ELIAS channels and collaboration opportunities with leading AI researchers.
- Deadline: April 30th (midnight CEST)
- Apply now: ELIAS Open Call
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