09.09.2024
The 8th call for applications for the AKKE grant has ended
Funding was requested for AKKE projects that focus on supporting regional RDI activities. Projects funded under this call should meet at least one of the following criteria: - the project supports research, development and innovation activities of SMEs and thus improves the innovation capacity of SMEs - the project strengthens the innovation ecosystem of the region - the project expands the number of parties involved in RDI activities The maximum amount available to fund projects received in the application round is EUR 448 000. The total number of project applications was 14 and the total amount requested was approximately EUR 950 000.
22.04.2024
Funding is being applied for AKKE projects that focus on supporting regional RDI activities
Projects funded under this call must meet at least one of the following criteria: - the project supports research, development and innovation activities of SMEs and thus improves the innovation capacity of SMEs - the project strengthens the innovation ecosystem of the region - the project expands the range of parties involved in RDI activities The application period is from 22 April 2024 to 30 August 2024 at 15.00. A maximum of EUR 448 000 is available to fund projects that have arrived in the application round. More information on the AKKE page.
19.11.2021
AKKE - Call opens in December
The funding for supporting the sustainable growth and vitality of the regions (AKKE) will be used, in accordance in cooperation with the decisions of the regional Regional Assemblys, for projects promoting the implementation of the regional programme and the Government's regional development decision. This funding may be used, for example, for small-scale development, experimentation and study projects based on regional strengths and specialisation. The fourth application round for AKKE (Regional Fund for Sustainable Growth and Vitality) is open from 1 December 2021 to 31 January 2022. Read more here !
21.09.2021
New projects financed under the "Sustainable growth and vitality of regions" (AKKE) envelope
On 16 September 2021, it was decided to fund two new AKKE projects: Master Pia and investment plan Pudasjärvi Development Ltd 35,000 € Creating a Black Hole network to promote the export of Northern Ostrobothnian literature Oulu Writers' Regional Regional Assembly 55,000 € In addition, the following projects were funded from the theme network and the separate allocation for development corridors: National innovation ecosystem for wellbeing and health data University of Oulu 500,000 € National hydrogen network City of Raahe 320,000 € Development zone of the Bothnian Arc City of Oulu 300,000 € More information : Tiina Rajala, Development Director, tel. +358 40 685 4033 Heikki Ojala, Development Manager, tel. +358 50 433 3951
