The bioresource valorisation investment support helps companies implement innovations related to the green transition. The support is intended for those who want to increase the economic value of nature-based materials and use them more efficiently.

Support is available to companies that have been operating for at least two financial years and whose average turnover over the previous two years is at least equal to the amount of support requested. The minimum amount per application is €100,000 and the maximum is €1.5 million. A total of €9.3 million will be distributed. The funding comes from the European Union’s Recovery and Resilience Facility.

The support can be used to purchase or upgrade equipment and machinery that enables better processing of bioresources. For example, it covers solutions for producing protein or biomaterials from grain, fishmeal or fish oil from fish, generating bioenergy from food industry residues, or replacing fossil-based packaging materials with renewable alternatives. It also supports the valorisation of by-products from milk production that can be used in health products or pharmaceuticals. One goal is to encourage carbon-neutral production and smart use of resources.

Applications must be submitted via the State Shared Service Centre’s e-support environment by 22 April 2025 at 16:30. Before submission, a procurement process must be carried out in the public procurement register – the deadline for submitting price offers must be at least 15 working days. The application period has been extended to give companies more time for procurement and to reduce the risk of incomplete applications.

PRIA emphasises that support is not granted simply for claiming environmental benefits. A well-prepared business plan and concrete investments that create added value or result in clear environmental improvements are required. For example, PRIA representatives have previously stated that it is essential for the company to be capable of implementing changes in production or product quality that have a real impact.

Decisions on whether applications are approved or rejected will be made no later than 18 July 2025. Successful applicants must complete their investments by 31 May 2026.

More information about the support conditions and application process is available on PRIA’s website. For questions, assistance is available via the PRIA investment support helpline at 737 7678 or by email at info@pria.ee.