Atlantic and Arctic basin lighthouse - restoration of marine and coastal ecosystems and increased climate resilience

Last updated: 21.7.2025
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The Atlantic and Arctic Basin Lighthouse initiative, under Horizon Europe, seeks to restore vital marine and coastal ecosystems and enhance climate resilience in these critical regions. This program focuses on implementing innovative, large-scale demonstration activities that contribute to a climate-proof and weather-resilient future for coastal communities. It emphasizes the co-creation of solutions with local stakeholders to ensure sustainable and impactful outcomes.

Who is Funded for Atlantic and Arctic Ecosystem Restoration

This section details the eligibility criteria for applicants, the specific geographical focus of the funding program, and its core objectives. The program aims to support consortiums focused on marine and coastal ecosystem restoration in the Atlantic and Arctic basins, emphasizing local engagement and climate resilience.

What is Funded for Marine and Coastal Restoration

This section outlines the types of projects, thematic areas, and activities eligible for funding, focusing on large-scale marine ecosystem restoration through nature-based solutions and climate change adaptation. It also specifies the expected technological readiness level (TRL) of supported projects.

Type and Scope of Ocean and Arctic Funding

This section details the financial mechanisms and limits of the program, including the type of funding provided and specific financial support for associated regions. It also outlines the expected timeframe for project outcomes.

Conditions and Requirements for Ocean and Arctic Projects

This section outlines the essential rules, regulations, and specific requirements for applicants and beneficiaries. It covers conditions related to applications, consortiums, budgeting, and other important provisions to ensure compliance and effective project implementation.

Application Procedure for Marine Restoration Funding

This section provides an overview of the application process, from submission to evaluation and award. It outlines where applicants can find necessary documents and how proposals are assessed.

This section identifies the foundational legal and official documents that govern the Atlantic and Arctic Basin Lighthouse funding program, ensuring transparency and adherence to European Union policies.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

100,000 € (per associated region for Financial Support to Third Parties)

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

17,000,000 € (for 2021)

Deadline

Deadline:

12.04.2022

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

Atlantic and Arctic basin (demonstration activities in at least 3 different countries within this basin); 'associated regions' in other EU Member States/Associated Countries.

Sectors

Sectors:

Environmental and Climate Protection, Research and Development, Service Sector, Other

Beneficiaries

Beneficiaries:

Coastal communities, local actors, local and/or regional authorities, research institutions

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Pilot Testing, Product Development, Scaling, Commercialization, Implementation

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

Additional Partners:

Joint Research Centre (JRC) - participation, other projects funded under Mission Ocean, Seas and Waters, and Cluster 6 topics

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