IA Resilience 2026: Market-Oriented Call on Power Electronics (Denmark)

Deadline: 17-Sep-2026

The ECS IA Resilience Power Electronics Call supports the development and industrialisation of advanced power electronics solutions based on next-generation semiconductor technologies. Innovation Fund Denmark provides co-funding for eligible Danish participants involved in successful projects, with funding available up to €650,000 per Danish partner and up to €1.3 million for Danish-coordinated projects.

Program Overview

The ECS IA Resilience Power Electronics Call supports collaborative research and innovation projects focused on advanced semiconductor technologies and market-ready power electronics solutions.

The initiative aims to accelerate the transition of innovative power electronics technologies from research and development stages toward industrial deployment.

Projects should improve:

• Energy efficiency.
• Power density.
• Thermal performance.
• Cost competitiveness.
• Manufacturing readiness.
• European semiconductor supply chain resilience.

Program at a Glance

• Program Name: ECS IA Resilience Power Electronics Call
• Focus Area: Semiconductor technologies and advanced power electronics
• Funding Support: National co-funding for Danish participants
• Supporting Organization: Innovation Fund Denmark
• Eligible Countries: International collaborative projects involving Danish participants
• Eligible Applicants: Universities, companies, industry organizations, RTOs, and research organizations

Program Objectives

The call aims to:

• Develop next-generation power semiconductor technologies.
• Accelerate industrial adoption of innovative power electronics.
• Strengthen European semiconductor value chains.
• Improve competitiveness of power electronics solutions.
• Support secure and sovereign technology development.
• Reduce development timelines through advanced methods and tools.
• Encourage AI-supported industrial deployment.

Key Technology Areas

Next-Generation Power Semiconductor Technologies

Projects may focus on:

• Advanced semiconductor materials.
• High-performance power devices.
• Improved semiconductor efficiency.
• Future power conversion technologies.

Wide Band Gap (WBG) Semiconductor Devices

The call supports innovation in:

• Wide Band Gap semiconductor technologies.
• High-efficiency power devices.
• High-temperature performance.
• Advanced energy applications.

Wide Band Gap technologies enable improved performance compared with traditional semiconductor materials by supporting higher efficiency, faster switching, and better thermal management.

Advanced Integration and Packaging Solutions

Projects may address:

• Advanced semiconductor packaging.
• Compact system integration.
• Improved reliability.
• High-density electronic systems.

Energy Efficiency and Power Density

Supported solutions should contribute to:

• Reduced energy consumption.
• Higher system performance.
• Smaller and more efficient power electronics systems.
• Improved industrial applications.

Thermal Performance and Reliability

Projects may focus on:

• Better heat management.
• Improved device durability.
• Reliable operation under demanding conditions.

AI-Supported Industrial Deployment

The call encourages:

• Artificial intelligence applications in manufacturing.
• AI-supported design processes.
• Faster technology development cycles.
• Smart industrial production methods.

Why This Program Matters

Power electronics are essential for modern industries, including:

• Renewable energy.
• Electric mobility.
• Industrial automation.
• Advanced manufacturing.
• Digital infrastructure.

The program helps:

• Strengthen European semiconductor capabilities.
• Support industrial innovation.
• Reduce dependence on external supply chains.
• Accelerate commercialization of advanced technologies.
• Improve energy efficiency across industries.

Who Is Eligible?

The call is open to Danish organizations participating in successful international projects.

Eligible applicants include:

• Universities.
• Companies.
• Industry organizations.
• Research and Technology Organizations (RTOs).
• Research organizations.

All Danish organizations directly involved in project activities may apply for co-funding from Innovation Fund Denmark.

Funding Information

Innovation Fund Denmark provides national co-funding for Danish participants.

Funding Limits

For projects with multiple Danish partners:

• Maximum national funding: €650,000 per project
• Maximum national funding: €650,000 per Danish partner

For projects coordinated by a Danish organization:

• Maximum national funding: €1.3 million per project
• Maximum national funding: €650,000 per Danish partner

Minimum funding amount:

• €50,000 per partner

Additional funding details:

• EU co-funding is separate from national funding limits.
• Funding applies only to eligible Danish participants.

Supported Project Activities

Projects may include:

• Semiconductor research and development.
• Power electronics innovation.
• Prototype development.
• Technology validation.
• Advanced manufacturing approaches.
• Industrial deployment preparation.
• AI-supported technology development.

How the Funding Works

The funding process involves:

1. Organizations participate in eligible ECS IA Resilience Power Electronics projects.
2. Successful Danish participants apply for national co-funding.
3. Innovation Fund Denmark evaluates eligible applications.
4. Approved organizations receive financial support for project activities.

How to Apply

Applicants should follow these steps:

1. Confirm eligibility as a Danish organization.
2. Participate in a successful collaborative ECS IA project.
3. Define project activities and expected technology outcomes.
4. Prepare technical and financial documentation.
5. Submit an application to Innovation Fund Denmark.
6. Provide evidence of direct involvement in project activities.

Expected Outcomes

Supported projects are expected to contribute to:

• Advanced semiconductor innovation.
• More efficient power electronics systems.
• Faster industrial adoption.
• Stronger European technology supply chains.
• Improved manufacturing competitiveness.
• Sustainable energy solutions.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Applicants should avoid:

• Applying without participation in an eligible project.
• Failing to demonstrate industrial relevance.
• Providing unclear project roles.
• Submitting incomplete financial information.
• Ignoring commercialization potential.

Tips for a Strong Application

Applicants can improve proposals by:

• Clearly explaining technology innovation.
• Demonstrating market readiness.
• Highlighting industrial impact.
• Showing collaboration between research and industry.
• Explaining how solutions improve efficiency and competitiveness.
• Providing realistic implementation plans.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the ECS IA Resilience Power Electronics Call?

It is a funding opportunity supporting advanced semiconductor technologies and industrial power electronics solutions.

What technologies are supported?

The call supports next-generation power semiconductors, Wide Band Gap devices, advanced packaging, AI-supported deployment, and energy-efficient power electronics.

Who provides funding for Danish participants?

Innovation Fund Denmark provides national co-funding for eligible Danish organizations involved in successful projects.

How much funding can Danish partners receive?

Danish partners can receive up to €650,000 per partner, while Danish-coordinated projects may receive up to €1.3 million per project.

Who can apply for Danish funding?

Eligible applicants include universities, companies, industry organizations, research organizations, and Research and Technology Organizations (RTOs).

Is EU funding included in the Danish funding limits?

No. EU co-funding is separate and does not count toward the national funding limits.

What is the minimum funding amount?

The minimum national funding amount is €50,000 per partner.

Conclusion

The ECS IA Resilience Power Electronics Call supports the development of advanced semiconductor and power electronics solutions that are ready for industrial deployment. By providing national co-funding for Danish participants, Innovation Fund Denmark helps strengthen innovation capacity, improve energy efficiency, and support Europe’s secure and competitive semiconductor ecosystem.

For more information, visit Innovation Fund Denmark.