Now that several energy efficiency programs have ended or run out of funds, a concrete opportunity has emerged for the agricultural sector: 15 million euros in non-repayable grants, with up to 80% funding.
Following a period in which several energy efficiency programs have ended or run out of funds, a concrete opportunity has emerged for the agricultural sector. Notice 02/2026 from the Environmental Fund, administered by IFAP, offers specialized support with a budget of 15 million euros.
It is a call for proposals funded by the Environmental Fund, aimed at supporting the installation of equipment and infrastructure that reduces energy consumption and emissions on farms, including the production and storage of renewable energy.
Three categories of beneficiaries are eligible:
The allocation of 15 million euros is divided as follows:
Eligible investment ranges from €10,000 to €250,000 per application, with funding covering up to 80% of the reference amounts defined in the notice. The maximum support limits are €50,000 for individual producers and €300,000 for irrigation associations.
The following categories qualify for funding:
The notice was republished with three major changes to the funding rules:
By separating storage from production, the government recognizes that, on a farm, the challenge is both to generate energy and to use it at the right time.
Applications are processed on a first-come, first-served basis, with a deadline of June 30, 2026. The process is paperless, via the IFAP portal, and applications are accepted in chronological order until funds are exhausted.
Please note: the call for proposals may close before the deadline if the budget is exhausted. Prepare your application in advance.
Northern Portugal, particularly the Entre-Douro-e-Minho region, accounts for a large portion of the country’s milk production. These farms have continuous and high electricity consumption for milking, cooling tanks, and irrigation pumping. The implementation of photovoltaic systems with storage consistently reduces the amount of electricity purchased from the grid, with an accelerated return on investment when part of the investment receives non-repayable funding.
Note: The information contained in this article is for guidance only. Always consult the official legislation and the IFAP and Environmental Fund websites to confirm details.
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