Safety of SMRs, advanced and innovative nuclear reactors and fuels
The project aims to support research and innovation actions focusing on the safety of innovative nuclear reactors, including small modular reactors (SMRs) and advanced modular reactors (AMRs). It specifically emphasizes the design, demonstration, and viability of new reactor types and fuel cycles, promoting integration within low-carbon and smart energy systems. Projects are expected to contribute to the development of consistent safety approaches among regulators, establishment of operational rules, advancement in instrumentation and digital technologies, improvement of fuel cycles for enhanced safety, waste minimisation, better resource use, and an overall increased safety and security of next-generation nuclear technologies.
| Agency | HORIZON (EU) |
|---|---|
| Region | EU |
| Country | N/A |
| Legal form | Company, NGO, Government organization, Other |
| Start date | 23 Apr 2026 |
| End date | 15 Sep 2026 |
| Max funding | HORIZON-IA: up to 3,000,000 EUR per grant (expected 5 grants), HORIZON-RIA: up to 3,000,000 EUR per grant (expected 5 grants), HORIZON-CSA: up to 500,000 EUR per grant (expected 1 grant) |
| Budget | 2026: 6,500,000 EUR (IA), 7,000,000 EUR (RIA), 250,000 EUR (CSA) 2027: 8,500,000 EUR (IA), 8,000,000 EUR (RIA), 250,000 EUR (CSA) |
| Coverage | Eligible costs will take the form of a lump sum under Horizon Europe. Specific coverage percentages are subject to the rules of the Horizon Europe Programme and are defined in the Model Grant Agreement. |