Territorial Renewable Heat Contract (CCRt) — Métropole Européenne de Lille
The CCRt supports replacing fossil fuels with renewable heat installations in the MEL area. It is aimed in particular at local authorities, businesses, social landlords and associations. Support can cover feasibility studies and the installation of renewable heating systems. The rate varies with the phase and type of project; have the project assessed by the MEL before including a rate in a financing plan.
The Territorial Renewable Heat Contract is run by the Métropole Européenne de Lille with ADEME’s support. It provides technical and financial support for renewable heat projects, from design studies to completion: biomass, geothermal, solar thermal or connection to a heat network. In November 2025 the MEL reported having supported 50 projects and committed or paid nearly €3.98 million of aid. The amount applicable to a new project depends on its type and must be confirmed with the scheme’s team.
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Who can apply
Local authorities, businesses, social landlords, co-ownerships and associations with a project in the Métropole Européenne de Lille area, subject to the contract’s criteria and ADEME rules.
Eligibility conditions
The project must concern renewable heat and be located in the MEL area. The technology, cost base, prior studies, expected performance and combination rules must be examined by the manager.
What the scheme covers
Feasibility studies and investments for biomass, geothermal, solar thermal and connection to heat networks, depending on the project’s eligibility.
Amount and funding terms
The catalogue mentions up to 70% for feasibility studies, with separate rates for investments. The precise caps and rates must be confirmed by the MEL according to the technology, size and phase of the project.
How to apply
Contact the MEL early to assess the project and determine how technical advice, studies and investment aid fit together. Do not start spending before confirming the application and start rules.
Timeline
The MEL page presents a locally run scheme with a progress report updated in November 2025; no universal closing date is mentioned. Check the opening for the project concerned.
Key facts
- Funder
- Métropole Européenne de Lille - MEL
- Type of funding
- Grant
- Status
- Ongoing
- Funding rate
- 70%
- Automatically extracted — check the official source
- Geographic scope
- Not specified
Frequently asked questions
Which projects can be supported?
Renewable heat projects, notably biomass, geothermal, solar thermal and connection to a heat network.
Does the 70% rate apply to all projects?
No. The catalogue mentions up to 70% for feasibility studies; investment rates and caps depend on the project.
Official source
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