Just Transition Fund (JTF)
Purpose of the scheme: Support projects contributing to the structural changes needed to achieve climate neutrality; support projects developing new products and services based on new value chains, efficient resource management and optimised use throughout life cycles; support the reduction of indirect greenhouse gas emissions. Beneficiaries indicated in the catalogue: Companies (mid-caps and large companies are eligible only for research and innovation), and legal entities such as local authorities, inter-municipal bodies (EPCI), public and private institutions, associations, joint syndicates, research laboratories, technology transfer centres, etc. Projects may be led by a single applicant or collaboratively. Financial parameters in the catalogue: a grant whose amount depends on the project. Availability and current rules must be confirmed before applying.
The scheme “Just Transition Fund (JTF)” is listed for the Hauts-de-France region. The catalogue describes its purpose as follows: support projects contributing to the structural changes needed to achieve climate neutrality; support projects developing new products and services based on new value chains, efficient resource management and optimised use throughout life cycles; support the reduction of indirect greenhouse gas emissions. The financial parameters and conditions in the catalogue must be distinguished from the rules officially in force. Before relying on it, check eligibility, eligible costs, the timetable and the procedure with the funder or relevant operator.
Funded by Région Hauts-de-France, Union européenne
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Who can apply
Beneficiaries indicated in the catalogue: Companies (mid-caps and large companies are eligible only for research and innovation), and legal entities such as local authorities, inter-municipal bodies (EPCI), public and private institutions, associations, joint syndicates, research laboratories, technology transfer centres, etc. Projects may be led by a single applicant or collaboratively. Check the legal form, size, activity, area, financial situation and exclusions in the current official rules.
Eligibility conditions
Conditions available in the catalogue: projects must: demonstrate and qualify their link with the resources targeted by the Hauts-de-France Territorial Just Transition Plan; contribute to developing new products or services; belong to the activities making up the “products”/“services” value chain; include measurement and control of environmental impacts; be innovative; have positive territorial impacts on the Nord or Pas-de-Calais departments. These are not enough to confirm eligibility. Check the official criteria, exclusions, combination rules and any requirement to apply before ordering, acquiring or starting works.
What the scheme covers
Operations or costs listed: projects for economic diversification arising from the transition to a low-carbon economy, mobilising value-creating sectors linked to the circular economy. Examples: setting up in an SME a unit producing bio-based molecules and converting them into higher-value molecules or innovative materials; developing platforms to prepare and recirculate materials from building deconstruction/renovation and public works sites; recycling strategic metals, such as catalysts, or high-value alloy offcuts and waste. Not eligible: direct decarbonisation of SMEs’ production facilities; productive investment in mid-caps and large companies. Check eligible costs, supporting documents, minimum thresholds, caps and excluded costs before any commitment.
Amount and funding terms
Amount or form of support indicated in the catalogue: A grant whose amount depends on the project. This information comes from the catalogue and is not a promise of award. Check the cost base, rates and caps, eligible costs, combination rules and the applicable state aid scheme.
How to apply
1) Obtain the current official page and rules. 2) Confirm that the scheme is active and that the project’s area is covered. 3) Check the criteria, amount, cost base, exclusions, combination rules and documents. 4) Confirm when to apply and obtain prior agreement before committing costs. Identify the exact call or action sheet for the project; check the targeted area and sector, beneficiaries, costs, rates, state aid rules and whether applications are open. The JTF being part of the programme does not mean a call is open.
Timeline
No usable end date is given; confirm the timetable with the funder, along with the deadline, whether the scheme is still accepting applications and the available budget. Identify the exact call or action sheet for the project; check the targeted area and sector, beneficiaries, costs, rates, state aid rules and whether applications are open. The JTF being part of the programme does not mean a call is open.
Key facts
- Funder
- Région Hauts-de-France, Union européenne
- Type of funding
- Grant
- Status
- Ongoing
- Geographic scope
- Hauts-de-France
Frequently asked questions
What is the “Just Transition Fund (JTF)” scheme for?
According to the catalogue, its aims are to support projects contributing to the structural changes needed to achieve climate neutrality; support projects developing new products and services based on new value chains, efficient resource management and optimised use throughout life cycles; support the reduction of indirect greenhouse gas emissions.
Who can benefit and what are the main conditions?
Beneficiaries mentioned in the catalogue: Companies (mid-caps and large companies are eligible only for research and innovation), and legal entities such as local authorities, inter-municipal bodies (EPCI), public and private institutions, associations, joint syndicates, research laboratories, technology transfer centres, etc. Projects may be led by a single applicant or collaboratively. Projects must also be linked to the Hauts-de-France Territorial Just Transition Plan, be innovative and have positive impacts on the Nord or Pas-de-Calais departments.
What amount or type of financing can be obtained?
A grant whose amount depends on the project. The official document specifies that the Just Transition Fund supports the areas most affected by the consequences of the transition to climate neutrality.
Is the scheme still open and how do I apply?
No usable end date is given; confirm the timetable with the funder. Identify the exact call or action sheet for the project; check the targeted area and sector, beneficiaries, costs, rates, state aid rules and whether applications are open. The JTF being part of the programme does not mean a call is open.
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