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SECO–ETH Zurich Innovate Cities & Infrastructure 2026 – Research and Pilot Grants

Swiss SECO and ETH Zurich call supporting applied research and pilots for sustainable urban development and resilient infrastructure. Urban Research Grants are CHF 30,000–350,000; Urban Pilot Grants are up to CHF 30,000.

Funding source
Swiss Seco Eth Zurich
Programme
Innovate Cities And Infrastructure
Funding call
2026 Call For Proposals
Opening date
21.07.2026 00:00
Deadline
16.11.2026 00:00
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About this opportunity

The programme connects ETH-Domain researchers with practice partners in eligible countries to co-create evidence-based solutions in spatial planning, urban design, mobility, energy, financing, governance, transport and water. Ukraine has an expanded recovery and reconstruction scope. Research grants can last up to 24 months; pilot grants up to 12 months.

Objectives

Develop, test and evaluate innovative urban policies, services, tools and prototypes; improve resilient infrastructure and local governance; transfer knowledge between researchers and practitioners.