On 12.03.2013, EEA & Norway Grants Mechanism 2009 – 2014 launched a new funding programme on the Romanian market for the private sector – Green Industry Innovation in Romania. The programme aims to increase the competitiveness of enterprises by stimulating and supporting innovation in the „green” area of doing business.The total budget available for funding is approx. 21.500.000 EUR, as the programme will be carried out through 3 funding schemes, with progressive deadlines until 15.07.2013.