New EU State Aid Framework (CISAF) – Support for Clean Industry, including CCS and CCU
The European Commission has adopted the Clean Industrial Solutions Aid Framework (CISAF) to accelerate clean energy, industrial decarbonisation, and clean technology in the EU. Replacing the Temporary Crisis and Transition Framework, CISAF will be in effect until 31 December 2030, offering long-term clarity to Member States and businesses.
Key Highlight – CCS & CCU:
CISAF explicitly allows support for decarbonisation technologies, including Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage (CCUS). Support can be granted via:
- Predefined aid (up to €200 million)
- Funding gap compensation
- Competitive bidding processes
These measures are designed to de-risk and incentivise investments in CCS/CCU across sectors and regions, including for energy-intensive industries.
Key Areas of the Framework:
- Fast-tracking clean energy deployment (renewables & low-carbon fuels)
- Electricity cost relief for energy-intensive users
- Broad support for all decarbonisation tech, including CCUS, hydrogen, electrification, biomass
- Boosting clean tech manufacturing (e.g. under the Net-Zero Industry Act)
- Demand-side support, e.g. tax incentives for clean tech investments
- De-risking private investments via public equity, loans, or guarantees
