Library FAQ
What regulatory and ethical compliance must AI models meet?
Models must comply with the EU concept for Trustworthy AI, relevant ethical principles, and the AI Act (Regulation (EU) 2024/1689).
Which technologies are in scope and which are out of scope for waste-to-value proposals?
In scope (low TRLs): solar reforming, synthetic biology devices, brine mining, integrated capture and conversion technologies, microbial-based and photocatalytic remediation. Out of scope: thermochemical approaches (pyrolysis, gasification), dark chemical recy...
Which waste streams are targeted by the Waste-to-value Challenge?
Problematic non- or hard-to-recycle synthetic polymers (mixed plastics, composites, micro-/nanoplastics, untreated plastic waste, diapers, rubber), flue gases, wastewater and seawater desalination brines.
What are ABEP mission scenarios?
Research on development and analysis of novel mission scenarios based on Atmosphere‑Breathing Electric Propulsion (ABEP).
What does RFNBOs stand for?
Renewable fuels (and chemicals) of non‑biologic origin; the necessary carbon source does not originate from biomass.
What is AMI2030?
The Advanced Materials Initiative – AMI2030, Strategic Materials Agenda (2023).
What is DISCOVERER?
An H2020 project titled DISCOVERER – DISruptive teChnOlogies for VERy Low Earth Orbit platforms.
What is Electrochaea's Echaea project?
An EIC‑supported project on biological conversion of hydrogen and CO2 into methane (Electrochaea – Echaea project).
What is ESA DISCOS statistics?
Space Environment Statistics provided via the Space Debris User Portal (ESA DISCOS).
What is E.T.PACK?
An H2020 project on electrodynamic tether technology for a passive consumable‑less deorbit kit (E.T.PACK).
What is ImPower2X (INERATEC)?
An EIC Accelerator project for renewable aviation fuel (ImPower2X / INERATEC).
What is NASA's 2011 report mentioned in the references?
Cost and Benefit Analysis of Orbital Debris Remediation (NASA, 2011).
What is SUNERGY?
An initiative on fossil‑free fuels for a climate‑neutral Europe (SUNERGY initiative).
What is the ADEO Braking Sail reference?
An ESA successful in‑flight demonstration of the ADEO Braking Sail.
What is the Clean Hydrogen Joint Undertaking?
The European Union's Clean Hydrogen Joint Undertaking (Clean Hydrogen JU).
What is the 'Critical Raw Materials Resilience' document?
COM (2020) 474: Critical Raw Materials Resilience: Charting a Path towards greater Security and Sustainability.
What is the Euroconsult 2022 report referenced?
The 2022 Space logistics satellite market report by Euroconsult.
What is the Gama Alpha mission?
Gama's Gama Alpha solar sail mission.
What is the JRC status report on water electrolysis and hydrogen?
Clean Energy Technology Observatory: Water Electrolysis and Hydrogen in the EU – 2022 Status Report, JRC130683.
What is the 'Net Zero Industry Act' reference?
The Net Zero Industry Act, referenced as COM (2023) 68.
Which projects address thermal energy storage and related long‑duration storage technologies?
Projects include KRAFTBLOCK (scalable modular high temperature thermal energy storage), HEAT2VALUE (increased energy efficiency using thermal battery), SEAWEI (compact molten salt reactor), CO2 Battery (utility‑scale long duration energy storage), and THERMOBA...
Which projects in the references focus on solar fuels or CO2 reduction technologies?
Projects include A‑LEAF (sustainable solar production of CO2‑based chemicals and fuels), DIACAT (diamond materials for photocatalytic CO2 conversion), SoFiA (soap film based artificial photosynthesis), LICROX (light‑assisted solar fuel production), SolarCO2Val...
Which references address critical materials for the energy transition?
References include 'Critical materials for the energy transition' (IRENA, 2021) and related policy and roadmap documents such as the EMIRI Technology Roadmap (Sept. 2019).
Are there additional funding or follow-up opportunities for funded projects?
Yes. Funded projects are eligible for additional Booster grants up to EUR 50,000 for portfolio activities and may submit an EIC Accelerator proposal via the Fast Track scheme. They also receive tailored Business Acceleration Services and matchmaking events.