European projects

European projects play a crucial role in NOBATEK's research and development strategy. The Europe team focuses on the preparation, development, and management of European research and innovation projects. Their primary aim is to establish NOBATEK as a leading player in the sustainable construction sector across Europe.

The role of the Europe team

The team mainly targets the Cluster 5 calls: Climate, Energy, and Mobility (Thematic calls of Cluster 5) under the Horizon Europe program. Via its participation, NOBATEK is supporting research and innovation for construction and renovation in Europe. The NOBATEK Europe team comprises Claudia HUNZIKER KELLER, Head of the Europe team, Lise RAYNAUD, European Projects Manager, and Liza RANDRIANARIJAONA, European Projects Assistant. The team is involved as a partner and also as a coordinator in various European projects focused on ecological transition for the construction sector. The main objectives of the team are:

Identify relevant calls

The team write proposals aligned with the European Commission objectives and submit the targeted proposals to secure funding.

Build and coordinate consortia

The team creates consortia composed of international actors from various sectors with complementary skills to fit the needs of each coordinated project. NOBATEK collaborates with research institutes, universities, large companies, SMEs, and local authorities across Europe to develop innovative projects and strong partnerships.

Influence and dissemination

Since 2015, NOBATEK has been a member of national and European platforms – like the ECTP – to strengthen its strategic presence and influence. The Europe team is also involved in the Cluster 5 National Thematic Group (GTN – Climate and Energy), which supports national actors in EU-funded projects.

Example of a coordinated project: Metabuilding Labs

The METABUILDING LABS project involves 46 partners from 13 member states. It has two main objectives:

1. To facilitate access to testing facilities for building envelopes in the European construction sector through the METABUILDING platform.

2. To support the development and enhancement of testing facilities, including O3BETs.

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European projects: a springboard for the construction sector

Access to competitive funding

Programs such as Horizon Europe, enables participants to develop large-scale projects and promote impactful innovations in the construction sector. Horizon Europe has a total budget of €95.5 billion, with 35% allocated to combating climate change. This allocation is specifically aimed at supporting innovative projects within the construction industry.

Fit with European innovation goals of the construction sector

Developing projects across Europe allows all participants to tackle key challenges related to ecological and environmental transitions in construction. Throughout these projects, consortium members will receive strategic support from the European Commission. One of the Commission’s main priorities is addressing climate change. To meet this challenge, the Commission is backing innovative projects aimed at making Europe the first carbon-neutral continent by 2050.

Build an international network and increasing project impacts

By creating and joining European consortia, participants can not only expand their connections but also play a significant role in driving innovation on a European scale. Horizon Europe typically funds projects that involve around 20 partners from at least three different countries. This offers participants the opportunity to collaborate with representatives from over 27 EU member states, as well as various international partners. For example, NOBATEK operates in more than 15 European countries.

+100 International partners

+28 Grants obtained

9 Projects coordinated

69M€ Total funding