The Dutch DEI+ grant supports companies that want to test or demonstrate innovative technologies that reduce energy use, lower CO₂ emissions or accelerate the climate transition. This article explains the main DEI+ funding opportunities in 2026 and how The Future supports companies in preparing a strong application.

SSEB 2026 opens on March 3rd (09:00) with modules for acquisition, retrofit, and innovation. Budgets range from €3 million (Retrofit) to €50 million (Acquisition) and €12 million (Innovation). Preparation and timing are crucial.

Eurostars is being continued and remains an important route for innovative SMEs to finance market-oriented R&D internationally. The 10th Eurostars-3 call closes on March 19th, 2026 (14:00 CET). The Future provides support from project scoping and consortium setup to a consistent, promising application.

The Future strengthens its WBSO expertise with Sr. Consultant Nick Sanders. We help organisations make optimal tax use of R&D through a substantively strong, demonstrable WBSO application and a regular advisory rhythm that also provides insight into other subsidy opportunities.

The Future Advies combines grant advice with strategic ecosystem building. We help organisations make a societal impact through collaboration, vision, and financing. Discover how we drive innovation across project boundaries.

Fränk de Jong has been Program Manager for Raw Materials and Materials at Circulair Bouwend since this spring. With his background in technical business administration and entrepreneurship, he is working to accelerate the circular transition in the construction industry. In this interview, he talks about his approach, the importance of collaboration, projects such as CARES, and the opportunities he sees for the South of the Netherlands.

SSEB 2026 opens on March 3rd (09:00) with modules for acquisition, retrofit, and innovation. Budgets range from €3 million (Retrofit) to €50 million (Acquisition) and €12 million (Innovation). Preparation and timing are crucial.

Circufin is a submitted project proposal that addresses one of the key barriers in circular construction: financeability. As an intermediary, The Future BV contributed to the OPZuid subsidy application. The project aims to explore scalable circular financing models through a Living Lab approach, supported by a strong, cross-sectoral consortium.

The CoMoDAC project, submitted under the CrossRoads Vlaanderen-Nederland programme, introduces a novel modular system for capturing CO₂ directly from the air. It contributes significantly to the climate transition in the South of the Netherlands and Flanders.

The energy transition demands innovative and fast solutions. We are proud to announce that the Energy Link project proposal has been successfully submitted as part of the OPZuid program. This project presents a promising solution to the urgent grid congestion problem in southern Netherlands.