Versnelde klimaatinvesteringen industrie (VEKI)
Industrial subsidy for proven CO2-reduction projects with long payback periods.
VEKI is aimed at accelerating climate investments in industry where the technology is proven, but the investment is not financially attractive without support. The current round runs until 28 January 2027. RVO reports that the budget is oversubscribed, but applications remain possible because the available budget can change while applications are being assessed.
Application period
7 May 2026 to 28 January 2027 (RVO, page checked 26 August 2026)
Budget
EUR 123.2 million; oversubscribed according to RVO
Maximum project subsidy
EUR 30 million; EUR 25 million for specific hydrogen or waste-heat infrastructure and storage, EUR 11 million for public hydrogen infrastructure
Assessment
In order of receipt
Reference date: Checked 2 September 2026 against RVO; RVO page content dated 26 August 2026. Always verify the current rules, budget status and deadlines with RVO before submitting an application or making investment commitments.
Where the opportunity is
- Proven industrial CO2-reduction measures.
- Energy efficiency, circular economy and infrastructure for sustainable energy use.
- Projects with payback period longer than 5 years without subsidy.
- Industrial electrification or heat projects where grid capacity is part of feasibility.
Key conditions to check
- The measure must reduce CO2 emissions in the Netherlands.
- The investment is for the company's own account and risk.
- Payback period without subsidy must be longer than 5 years.
- Applications are assessed in order of receipt while the round is open.
Do not let the subsidy choose the technology.
COMCAM can help industrial clients compare VEKI with SDE++, EIA, DEI+ and financing routes, and connect CO2 reduction with energy procurement, grid capacity and operational continuity.
Common pitfalls
- Applying VEKI thinking to a project that is still innovative enough for DEI+.
- Underestimating grid or infrastructure dependencies.
- Not proving the payback and CO2-effect with robust assumptions.
Practical next steps
- Check the current budget status with RVO before applying.
- Calculate CO2 reduction and payback period.
- Check whether the project is proven technology or innovation.
- Prepare evidence, budget and implementation timeline.
Want to test whether VEKI fits your project?
COMCAM reviews your energy data, investment plan, timing, subsidy fit and operational constraints before you commit to a solution.