Call for Grant Applications –
Partners for Water – PVW-IVWW Scheme
Application Deadline:
14 March 2025
About Organisation
The Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO) is a government agency under the Dutch Ministry of Economic Affairs, dedicated to supporting entrepreneurs, NGOs, knowledge institutes, and policymakers in expanding their businesses and projects. RVO facilitates investment and development opportunities both within the Netherlands and internationally. Through funding, networking, and knowledge sharing, the agency strengthens collaborations and enhances global business opportunities. RVO plays a vital role in promoting sustainable and innovative initiatives by providing financial assistance and strategic support to projects with economic and social impact.
About the Grant
The Partners for Water (PVW-IVWW) subsidy scheme aims to enhance water safety and security in deltas, delta cities, and river basins worldwide. It encourages the use of innovative Dutch knowledge and expertise in addressing challenges related to excess water, water scarcity, and water pollution. The grant supports feasibility studies and pilot projects that test new approaches in local contexts. A feasibility study assesses a project’s viability before implementation, while a pilot project involves experimental development, including prototyping, testing, and demonstrating solutions in real-world conditions. This initiative falls under the Netherlands International Water Ambition (NIWA), fostering sustainable water management practices globally.
Who can Apply?
The PVW-IVWW grant is open to international entrepreneurs, businesses, research institutions, and NGOs operating in the water sector. Applicants must propose projects that utilize Dutch expertise in innovative ways to enhance water security. Eligibility criteria include:
- Conducting a feasibility study or pilot project focused on water safety and security.
- Ensuring projects align with the local conditions of the target region.
- Demonstrating the innovative application of knowledge rather than scaling up existing solutions.
- Securing co-funding to cover the non-subsidized portion of project costs.
- Having a clear strategy for project execution, including partnerships and financial planning.
How to Apply?
Applicants must schedule a mandatory intake interview with RVO advisors before February 28, 2025. Following approval, they can submit their application with required documents via eLoket between February 14, 2025, and March 28, 2025.
Application Deadline
The intake interview must be scheduled before February 28, 2025, and the final application must be submitted by March 28, 2025, 12:00 CET.
Last Date to Apply
The application window is open from February 14, 2025, to March 28, 2025, 12:00 CET.
Grant Amount
For feasibility studies, funding ranges from €25,000 to €250,000, covering up to 70% of costs. Pilot projects receive between €25,000 and €600,000, with funding covering up to 60% of eligible expenses.
Last Date To Apply
For more information, please visit the grant website here.
