HE Access to Finance – Zagreb – 16th April 2026

The Hydrogen Ecosystem North Adriatic is organising the HE Access to Finance event, taking place on 16 April 2026 in Zagreb, at ZICER (Zagreb Innovation Centre, Pavil. 12, Avenija Dubrovnik 15, Zagreb).

In Zagreb, three key initiatives — NAHV, NACHIP, and NASCHA — are joining forces to present their results and open new opportunities for potential partners. NACHIP partners will meet during their Consortium meeting and launch the Capacity Building programme, while NASCHA will present cascade funding opportunities, including the upcoming Open Call offering grants of up to €60,000. NAHV, as the cornerstone initiative, provides the overarching framework and engages a wide range of stakeholders in the green hydrogen transition.

Together, these initiatives build a strong ecosystem driving the green transition at EU level. Through NACHIP and NASCHA, over 30 SMEs will receive funding through multiple Open Calls in 2026 and 2027.

Who is this event for

• Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) from Croatia and the wider North Adriatic region (including Slovenia and the Autonomous Region of Friuli Venezia Giulia)
• SMEs interested in applying to NACHIP and NASCHA Open Calls and cascade funding opportunities
• Start-ups, innovators, and newcomers exploring entry into hydrogen value chains
• Universities, research institutes, and other relevant stakeholders engaged in hydrogen and green transition activities

We encourage stakeholders interested in joining the Hydrogen Ecosystem North Adriatic and exploring financing opportunities to attend and actively participate.