The MSI: SME Resource and Energy Efficiency competition aims to enable digital innovation that helps UK manufacturers address critical challenges around energy consumption and resource efficiency. The competition supports two strands: Feasibility Studies and Industrial Research, encouraging collaborative approaches between technology developers and SME manufacturers.
Eligibility
For the Feasibility Studies strand:
For the Industrial Research strand:
Scope
Projects must focus on the development or deployment of industrial digital technologies that improve resource or energy efficiency within SME manufacturing. Innovations should be scalable, cost-effective, and designed for ease of adoption across manufacturing environments. Areas of focus include:
Proposals must clearly demonstrate potential improvements in sustainability, productivity, and competitiveness for UK manufacturers.
Key Dates
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted through the Innovation Funding Service. Applicants should ensure they select the correct strand, review the competition guidance, and prepare a detailed proposal outlining their project objectives, expected impact, and scalability.
Why This Competition Matters
The MSI: SME Resource and Energy Efficiency competition is a key opportunity for UK manufacturers and technology developers to accelerate digital transformation while contributing to national sustainability goals. By focusing on energy reduction, waste minimisation, and efficiency gains, successful projects will help strengthen the resilience and competitiveness of UK manufacturing.This call aligns with the broader Made Smarter Innovation programme’s mission to drive smarter production, reduce environmental impact, and position the UK as a leader in sustainable manufacturing technologies.
How Inventya Can Help
At Inventya, we support organisations in securing innovation funding and developing impactful projects that meet Innovate UK’s evaluation criteria. For this competition, we can assist you with:
With Inventya’s expertise, you can strengthen your application, enhance your project’s competitiveness, and bring your digital manufacturing innovation to market successfully.