BIK Funding Supports Projects from Cement to CO₂ Capture

The Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs has awarded a total of 38 industrial projects under the Federal Funding for Industry and Climate Protection (BIK) program. The initiative supports projects that act as pioneers for a sustainable, innovative, and resource-efficient industry, contributing to the transformation of energy-intensive production processes.

The selected projects come from a variety of industrial sectors, including the cement and building materials industry as well as the paper industry. In addition, projects focused on direct air capture of carbon dioxide (Direct Air Capture) were included. The aim of the funding is to implement new technologies and processes that reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve resource efficiency, and strengthen industrial competitiveness.

A total of approximately €476 million in funding has been allocated to the selected projects, of which around €106 million comes from federal state resources. BIK funding thus relies on a close coordination of federal and state funds to accelerate investments in climate-friendly industrial projects.

Parliamentary State Secretary Gitta Connemann emphasized the importance of innovation for Germany’s industrial sector. In economically challenging times, courage to innovate is essential. The BIK funding competition 2025 demonstrates that industry is ready to embrace new approaches. Climate protection and competitiveness are not contradictory but go hand in hand. The funded projects range from recycling solutions for mixed waste and CO₂ binding in concrete to hybrid heating systems, CO₂ capture, efficient waste heat utilization, and the generation of negative emissions. Additional projects, particularly in the CCU/S sector, are already in preparation.

The next BIK funding competition is scheduled for early 2026, with applications expected to close on 28 February 2026. This provides companies with another opportunity to submit and implement innovative industrial projects that advance climate-friendly transformation.