Cooperation with EEN
The 'Cooperation with EEN' program, part of Horizon Europe, supports innovative companies and Seal of Excellence (SoE) holders by leveraging the Enterprise Europe Network (EEN). It aims to boost European innovation ecosystems, specifically by enhancing the capacity of businesses from widening countries and women-led companies to access EIC Accelerator funding and private/public financing.
Who is Funded by Cooperation with EEN
The 'Cooperation with EEN' program focuses on strengthening the European innovation ecosystem by targeting specific groups to enhance their access to funding and support. This includes innovative companies, particularly those in widening countries and women-led businesses, as well as beneficiaries of the EIC Accelerator's Seal of Excellence.
What is Funded
The 'Cooperation with EEN' program provides support for a broad range of activities aimed at strengthening business, innovation, and partnering strategies. While it doesn't directly fund R&D projects, it enables innovative companies and Seal of Excellence holders to secure external funding for their development and commercialization efforts.
Type and Scope of Funding
The 'Cooperation with EEN' program provides financial support in the form of grants, with a total budget of €7.3 million allocated for the Coordination and Support Action (CSA). This funding is intended to enable the coordinating consortium to deliver essential services to innovative companies and EIC Seal of Excellence holders.
Conditions and Requirements
Applicants to the 'Cooperation with EEN' program must adhere to strict conditions covering application submission, consortium formation, and financial and operational capacities. Key regulations include electronic submission, page limits, and robust financial checks to ensure proper fund management.
Application Procedure
The application process for 'Cooperation with EEN' is entirely electronic, requiring structured submission of administrative and technical project details. Evaluation is based on specific criteria with defined thresholds, ensuring a competitive selection for funding.
Legal Basis
The 'Cooperation with EEN' program is founded upon robust legal and official frameworks, ensuring transparency and adherence to European Union regulations. Key documents such as the EIC Work Programme and the EU Financial Regulation provide the authoritative basis for its implementation and management.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
7,300,000 €
Allocated Budget:
7,300,000 €
Award Channel:
Competitive Tender
Region:
European Union, Associated Countries, Widening Countries
Sectors:
Service Sector, Information and Communication Technology, Green Technology, Environmental and Climate Protection, Financial Technology, Research and Development, Other
Beneficiaries:
Innovative companies (SMEs), women innovators, Seal of Excellence holders, Enterprise Europe Network (EEN) members host organisations
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Product Development, Scaling, Commercialization, Capacity Building, Service Delivery
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Additional Partners:
Other EEN members (as subcontractors or third parties), non-EEN entities in Associated Countries where no EEN members exist, EIC, NCPs, EIT KICS.
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