MUDP - Environmental Technology Development and Demonstration Program
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Danish government program providing approximately 130 million DKK in 2026 for development, testing and demonstration of environmental technology solutions. Eligible for NGOs, companies, research institutions, and associations. Supports plastic waste management and circular economy projects. Application deadlines: pre-projects/ETV April 13, 2026; development/test/demo May 19, 2026; flagship projects August 25, 2026.
Source: https://mudp.dk
Funding Details
- Funder
- MUDP - Miljøteknologisk Udviklings- og Demonstrationsprogram (Environmental Technology Development and Demonstration Programme)
- Funding Goal
- Development, testing, and demonstration of environmental technology solutions in Denmark. Supported project types include feasibility studies (pre-projects), Environmental Technology Verification (ETV), development/test/demonstration projects, and large-scale flagship (lighthouse) projects demonstrating environmental technologies at full scale. Covers energy, environment, and green development technologies including plastic waste management, water treatment, air quality, soil remediation, and circular economy solutions.
- Funding Amount
- Approximately 130 million DKK total available in 2026 across all project types
- Deadline
- 2026-08-25 (periodic)
- How to Apply
- Apply via e-grant system (e-grant.dk). Multiple application rounds in 2026: pre-projects/ETV deadline April 13, 2026; development/test/demo deadline May 19, 2026; flagship projects deadline August 25, 2026. Applications evaluated against technical and environmental criteria. MUDP secretariat offers feedback on project ideas. Contact: ecoinnovation@mst.dk, 72 54 44 66.
- Target Region
- Denmark (projects must be implemented in or benefit Danish environmental technology sector)
- Contact
- MUDP Secretariat, Miljøstyrelsen, Lerchesgade 35, 5000 Odense C. Email: ecoinnovation@mst.dk. Phone: 72 54 44 66. Opening hours: Mon-Thu 8:30-16:00, Fri 8:30-15:00.
- Official Page
- https://mudp.dk/soeger-du-tilskud/aktuelle-ansoegningsrunder
- Last Checked
- 2026-05-07 01:58
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Summary
MUDP (Miljøteknologisk Udviklings- og Demonstrationsprogram) is an annual Danish government grant programme administered by the Danish Environmental Protection Agency (Miljøstyrelsen) that funds the development, testing, and demonstration of environmental technology solutions. In 2026, approximately 130 million DKK is available across four project categories. The four project types reflect different stages of technology development: (1) Pre-projects (forprojekter) are feasibility studies for SMEs, examining the potential of technology ideas under EU de minimis rules; (2) ETV-projects (Environmental Technology Verification) fund verification of already-developed environmental technologies, also restricted to SMEs; (3) Development, test, and demonstration projects cover technology development including creation of new knowledge and experimental development/testing; and (4) Flagship projects (fyrtårnsprojekter) demonstrate new environmental technology solutions at full scale, serving as showcases for Danish environmental technology and must exceed existing Danish and EU environmental standards. Thematic scope is broad and covers all major environmental technology areas: waste management including plastic waste, water treatment, air quality, soil remediation, energy efficiency, green chemistry, circular economy, and environmental monitoring. Projects related to plastic waste management and recycling technology fall within scope. Geographically, MUDP is exclusively for projects implemented within Denmark or benefiting the Danish environmental technology sector. International implementation projects are not eligible. Eligibility varies by project type. SMEs are eligible for all types. Flagship and development projects are also open to large companies, universities, research institutions, NGOs, and associations. The programme also supports innovation partnerships (innovationspartnerskaber) between industry and knowledge institutions. Budget and deadlines for 2026: approximately 130 million DKK total. Application deadlines are: pre-projects/ETV April 13, flagship projects August 25, and development/test/demo projects May 19, 2026.
Historical Context
MUDP is a recurring annual Danish government programme administered by the Danish Environmental Protection Agency (Miljøstyrelsen). The 2026 round is one of many annual rounds. The programme has operated for many years as Denmark's primary public support scheme for environmental technology innovation.