Potential for energy efficiency measures and integration of renewable energy in the European food and beverage industry based on the results of implemented projects

In GREENFOODS existing funding programs were mapped and evaluated concerning their acceptance and suitability in the food and beverage industry. The analysis have shown that most funding instruments were considered not easily available due, on the one hand, to limited budgets for the programs, and/or limits for eligible cost of individual measures and, on the other hand, to the complex and demanding application procedures. Based on this, recommendations were made for future development of programs. A follow-up is the H2020 project TrustEE focusing on innovative financing schemes (e.g. market oriented funds) for EE and RE implementations.