AI Ecosystems 2026

Hybrid AI & Green AI

Around EUR 8.4 million is available for projects in the field of artificial intelligence as part of the call for proposals. The budget will be used in equal parts for cooperative R&E projects focusing on Hybrid AI and Green AI.

An explicit objective of both call topics is to pursue the substantial technological development or advancement of core AI technologies. Only projects whose innovative content lies in overcoming technological barriers in the core area of AI and advancing the state-of-the-art are eligible for funding. Simply adapting and applying existing models to specific use cases, vertical markets (such as energy, production, mobility, ...), or heterogeneous data is not sufficient.

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What can be funded?

Cooperative R&D projects in industrial research with a focus on Hybrid AI and Green AI are invited to submit proposals.

Who can be funded?

The call for proposals is generally aimed at companies, research institutions and universities. The specific requirements can be found in the instrument guidelines. 

What is the amount of funding?

The amount of funding ranges from a minimum of EUR 100,000 to a maximum of EUR 1 million. The funding rates depend on the classification of the partner and the size of the company.

What are the submission criteria?

The submission criteria are set out in the call guidelines and instrument guidelines.

How does the submission work?

Submissions are made electronically via the FFG's eCall system, where applicants enter their project description and project costs. All information required for submission can be found in the call guidelines. 

Applications are to be submitted, without exception, in English.

When will a decision be made?

A funding decision is planned for January 2027.
Open Submission Period
18.05.2026 - 06.10.2026, 12:00 hour
Max. Funding 1.000.000
Funding procedure
Submission with a proposal process
Target group
(Non-profit) AssociationsCompetence centresLarge companiesResearch facilitiesSmall and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)Start UpUniversitiesUniversities of applied sciences
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Required
Scope
National
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Costs of infrastructure useCosts of materialsPersonnel costsThird-party costsTravel costs
Funder
Federal Ministry for Innovation, Mobility and Infrastructure

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