Second round of “Circular Production NRW” launched – apply now until December 15, 2025
The “Circular Production NRW” funding call is entering its second round: applications can be submitted immediately. We are looking for innovative projects that develop circular prototypes for machines, products, or processes along industrial value chains – from durable and repairable products to resource-efficient manufacturing processes and new recycling methods. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are eligible to apply. Applications can be submitted until December 15, 2025. The measure is financed by the ERDF/JTF program NRW 2021–2027.
Funding conditions:
- Type of funding: Grant
- Funding objective: Development and testing of circular economy-oriented prototypes
- Funding rate and maximum funding amount: depending on the size of the company, up to 90% (maximum €300,000) or up to 45% (maximum €3 million); for medium-sized companies, up to 70% or 35%.
Further information and documents are available at: www.in.nrw/zipo-nrw
Digital information event:
On September 24, 2025, at 10 a.m., the Innovation Promotion Agency NRW (Project Management Jülich) will hold a digital information event on the second round of submissions. Information on this is also available at: www.in.nrw/zipo-nrw
