The European Commission has launched a new call for proposals under the Connecting Europe Facility for Energy (CEF Energy), making up to €600 million in EU funding available for key cross-border energy infrastructure projects. The initiative aims to accelerate the development of Projects of Common Interest (PCIs) and Projects of Mutual Interest (PMIs) under the revised Trans-European Network for Energy (TEN-E) Regulation.
The call, announced Thursday and managed by the Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency (CINEA), is open to infrastructure projects that are included in the first PCI and PMI lists adopted under the updated regulation. It covers both feasibility studies and construction works, with the submission window open until 16 September 2025 at 17:00 CEST. Selected projects will be announced in early 2026.
In a statement, Commissioner for Energy and Housing Dan Jørgensen emphasized the strategic importance of the funding call:
“Now, more than ever, we must intensify our investments to ensure a genuine Energy Union. This is key to power our competitiveness, ensure our energy security and bring down energy costs for all. Constructing the crucial missing links for seamless cross-border energy flows is essential – and the Connecting Europe Facility’s contribution is instrumental in this respect.”
To support applicants, an online info day will be held on 22 May 2025, offering guidance on the policy context, eligibility criteria, application procedures, and evaluation methodology.
PCIs are strategic infrastructure projects that enhance energy interconnection between two or more EU Member States, while PMIs facilitate energy integration between the EU and neighboring non-EU countries. These projects are pivotal in achieving the EU’s climate and energy goals, improving market integration, and enhancing energy security.
Designated PCI and PMI projects benefit from streamlined permitting processes, favorable regulatory conditions, and access to EU funding. The CEF Energy programme, with a total allocation of €5.88 billion for 2021–2027, is a key financial instrument for supporting the EU’s energy transition.
