Our Offering

Funding
We offer funding between €200,000 and €225,000 per research project.

Support
We help you develop your idea by providing access to key technical expertise, business coaching and intellectual property support.

Facilities
We provide access to world-class facilities such as specialist laboratories, cleanrooms and environmental testing facilities.

Workspace and Networking
We offer the option for you to be based at Harwell or Daresbury and benefit from the buoyant local clusters and network.
Our Focus
A seedbed of transformational innovation in space-enabled sustainability technologies
The ESA Phi-Lab UK provides the funding and support to enable the commercialisation of innovative technologies that promote space sustainability and sustainability on earth. Access support from world-leading technical and scientific expertise to business coaching and commercialisation.

Apply
To apply for the ESA Phi-Lab UK, your application must be aligned with our theme and address space or environmental sustainability. It must also demonstrate innovativeness and high commercial potential. The next application deadline is 31 July 2025.