Danube river basin lighthouse – Protection and restoration of migratory fish habitats
The Danube river basin lighthouse initiative, under the Horizon Europe Mission 'Restore our Ocean and Waters by 2030', focuses on protecting and restoring migratory fish habitats in the Danube River basin. This program aims to implement sustainable and effective solutions, improving biodiversity and ecosystem health while fostering transnational cooperation within this vital freshwater system.
Who is Funded: Eligible Participants and Program Focus
This section outlines the types of entities and geographical areas eligible for funding under the Danube river basin lighthouse program, emphasizing its objective to protect and restore migratory fish habitats.
What is Funded: Project Focus and Costs
This section details the eligible project types, thematic areas, and activities supported by the program, along with information on covered costs and the typical development stage of funded projects.
Type and Scope of Funding
This section provides a detailed overview of the financial support available, including the type of financial instrument, funding amounts, and project duration.
Conditions and Requirements
This section details the essential conditions and requirements that applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to, covering application terms, collaboration rules, and other provisions.
Application Procedure
This section outlines the process for submitting applications, including submission steps, evaluation, and how awards are channelled.
Legal Basis
This section identifies the foundational legal acts and governing regulations that authorize and shape the Danube river basin lighthouse funding program.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
7,800,000 €
Allocated Budget:
15,600,000 €
Open Until:
31.12.2027
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
Danube River basin (including its delta). Demonstration activities must occur within this area. Projects are expected to work with and engage at least 5 'associated regions' for replication, which are defined as regions with ecosystems benefiting from demonstrations or less-developed regions needing capacity building.
Sectors:
Environmental and Climate Protection, Water and Waste Management, Research and Development, Agriculture and Agribusiness
Beneficiaries:
Organizations and entities involved in freshwater ecosystem protection, biodiversity conservation, and sustainable blue economy in the Danube River basin.
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Pilot Testing, Implementation, Capacity Building, Awareness Campaigns, Scaling, Prototyping, Experimental Development, Applied Research, Basic Research, Feasibility Study, Product Development, Process Optimization, Market Introduction, Commercialization, Planning, Policy Development, Infrastructure, Service Delivery, Monitoring, Evaluation, Other, Pilot Testing, Implementation, Capacity Building, Awareness Campaigns, Scaling, Prototyping, Experimental Development, Applied Research, Basic Research, Feasibility Study, Product Development, Process Optimization, Market Introduction, Commercialization, Planning, Policy Development, Infrastructure, Service Delivery, Monitoring, Evaluation, Other
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Union
Managed By:
Not specified in the provided document.
Additional Partners:
International Commission for the Protection of the Danube River (ICPDR). The program also encourages links with other Mission activities, the Mission Implementation Platform, the Danube River basin lighthouse support facility and platform, and the Blue Parks technical support platform.
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