Grant and Funding Opportunities for Businesses – September 2026
26.08. 2026
Are you planning to invest in energy efficiency, new technologies, or the development of innovative products? September brings a range of grant and funding opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises. Interest-free financing for energy-saving investments, support for digitization and automation, and international research projects. Here’s a selection of programs and calls for proposals worth checking out.
Interest-Free Financing for Energy Savings
The National Development Bank has reopened the program New Energy Savingsprogram, which allows companies to finance investments in energy savings under favorable terms.
Interest-free loan ranging from 500,000 to 60 million CZK.
Funding of up to 90% of eligible expenses.
A financial contribution of up to 20 percent.
Support for more energy-efficient production technologies, the modernization of buildings and energy distribution systems, and the use of renewable energy sources.
The program is available in the Central Bohemian, South Bohemian, South Moravian, and Pilsen regions, as well as in the Vysočina region.
Grants for Technology for Businesses in Rural Areas
Starting September 1, businesses can apply for funding under the call for proposals Technology for MAS II. The grant can be used, for example, to purchase new machinery, production technologies, automation, robotics, or to digitize operations.
Grants of up to 1.49 million CZK.
Support for investments in technology, automation, and digitization.
Before submitting an application, you must respond to the call for proposals issued by the relevant local action group and obtain its approval.
New Support for Companies Applying to the EIC Accelerator
The Technology Agency of the Czech Republic plans to announce a new call for proposals for the program on September 9 SIGMA – Support for the Commercialization of R&D&I+. It will target companies with innovative technology at least at the TRL 4 level that aspire to later succeed in the European EIC Accelerator program. The exact terms and conditions will be published when the call for proposals is announced.
September Deadlines for Innovative Projects
September also offers several opportunities for companies that are planning research and development projects or wish to collaborate with international partners.
Eurostars 3 – Applications due by September 10. The program supports international research collaboration led by innovative SMEs. Funding for the Czech portion of the project is up to250,000 EUR.
Knowledge Transfer Partnership —Applications due by September 21. In collaboration with a research organization , companies can receive a grant of up to8.4 million CZK.
IraSME and CORNET – international calls for proposals open through September 30. Support for companies preparing a development project with an international partner.
Incentives for Companies Purchasing Electric Vehicles
Unfortunately, the direct subsidy for purchasing a company electric vehicle is no longer available. Program Electric Mobility Guarantee program has been terminated due to the exhaustion of funds. However, companies can still take advantage of special tax depreciation.
A new zero-emission vehicle purchased by the end of 2028 can be depreciated over 24 months, with 60% of the price depreciated in the first year and the remaining 40% in the second.
For a company electric vehicle that is also used for personal purposes, only 0.25% of the purchase price per month is included in the employee’s taxable income.
So this isn’t a “refund,” but rather a tax benefit that can significantly improve a company’s cash flow.
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