The EUDP assessment

All applications are reviewed through a structured process. Independent experts assess the technical and commercial aspects, followed by a hearing where applicants can respond to the evaluations. The EUDP Board then makes the final funding decision.

Projects are assessed on:

Purpose & innovation: Clarity of the project’s goal, maturity, and innovative strength
Market potential: description of competition, market size, and plans for commercialisation
Impact: Contribution to Denmark’s green transition and commercial value creation
Organisation: Competences of the partners and relevance of the consortium
Feasibility: Realistic timeline, milestones, and budget

The evaluation ensures that supported projects are innovative, feasible, and capable of making a real impact.

Assessment Process Timeline:

• Application: submitted through the EUDP portal before the deadline.
• Expert evaluation: independent and topic-specialised evaluators review the technical and commercial aspects.
• Applicant hearing: Applicants receive the evaluation, and have the chance to respond within 7 working days
• Board decision: the EUDP Board considers all input and makes the final funding decision. 

The EUDP Grant process

When funding is granted, projects enter into a formal agreement with EUDP. The agreement sets the conditions for implementation, financing and reporting.

Key Steps in the process:

* Project agreement – signed by all partners within one month of approval.
* Collaboration agreement – defines rights, financing, and responsibilities.
* Reporting – progress and expenses are reported using EUDP templates.
* Payments – funding is paid based on actual incurred costs, typically twice per year. Payment follows reporting and requires documentation of salaries and expenses.
* Finalisation – at project end, a final report and accounts are submitted to EUDP.

All funded projects are published on EUDP’s website to ensure visibility and knowledge sharing.