Lighthouse in the Baltic and the North Sea basins - Low impact marine aquaculture and multi-purpose use of marine space
This EU funding program, 'Lighthouse in the Baltic and the North Sea basins - Low impact marine aquaculture and multi-purpose use of marine space', drives sustainable blue economy initiatives. It uniquely focuses on integrating low-impact marine aquaculture with multi-purpose marine space usage, specifically within the Baltic and North Sea. The program aims to foster a carbon-neutral and circular blue economy, aligning with the broader EU Mission Ocean, seas and waters to restore marine ecosystems by 2030.
Who is Funded by the Baltic & North Sea Aquaculture Lighthouse?
The 'Lighthouse in the Baltic and the North Sea basins' program targets a wide array of stakeholders, emphasizing collaborative consortia across the Baltic and North Sea regions. It seeks to advance sustainable marine practices and involves local authorities in broader replication efforts, all geared towards achieving environmental and economic objectives in these vital European sea basins.
What Sustainable Blue Economy Projects are Funded?
This funding supports innovative projects in marine aquaculture and multi-purpose marine space use, particularly focusing on low-trophic species and circular economy principles. Projects should integrate new technologies, spatial planning, and holistic governance, aiming for market viability and societal engagement while achieving Technology Readiness Levels (TRL) of 5 to 7 by completion.
Funding Type and Financial Scope
This funding is provided as grants, with specific financial support available for 'associated regions.' The program emphasizes achieving mission objectives by 2025 and 2030, reflecting its long-term strategic focus within the Horizon Europe framework.
Key Conditions and Requirements for Applicants
Applicants must adhere to strict conditions regarding consortium composition, geographic scope of activities, and project implementation, including significant stakeholder engagement and a focus on market viability. Financial support to third parties also has specific eligibility and funding limits.
Application Process for Marine Aquaculture & Space Use Funding
The application process for this call was a single-stage submission using standard Horizon Europe forms, with evaluations based on criteria detailed in the Work Programme General Annexes. While the specific call is now closed, future calls under the broader Mission Ocean, seas and waters will follow similar procedures.
Legal Basis of the Baltic & North Sea Lighthouse Program
The 'Lighthouse in the Baltic and the North Sea basins' program is firmly rooted in the Horizon Europe framework, guided by specific EU regulations and broader environmental and economic policies. Official documents are accessible through the European Commission's funding portal.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
100,000 € per 'associated region' (for FSTP)
Allocated Budget:
16,000,000 € for Innovation Actions (2021 call)
Deadline:
12.04.2022
Open Until:
Ongoing
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
Baltic Sea basin, North Sea basin, and 'associated regions' within EU Member States/Associated Countries (excluding those in the main consortium).
Sectors:
Agriculture and Agribusiness, Energy Production and Supply, Renewable Energy, Water and Waste Management, Information and Communication Technology, Research and Development, Environmental and Climate Protection, Social Enterprises, Other
Beneficiaries:
Aquaculture, fisheries, Marine Ecosystems, Societal Engagement, Blue Economy
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Experimental Development, Pilot Testing, Scaling, Commercialization
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Additional Partners:
Academia, Research Performing Organisations, Citizens, Civil Society, Young Innovators, Start-ups, SMEs, Other Businesses, Mission Implementation Support Platform, Baltic and North Sea basin lighthouse support facility
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