Danube river basin lighthouse – Protection and restoration of wetlands, flood plains, coastal wetlands and salt marshes and their biodiversity
The Danube River Basin Lighthouse program is a targeted initiative under Horizon Europe, aiming to protect and restore critical freshwater ecosystems. This program seeks to reverse the degradation of wetlands, flood plains, coastal wetlands, and salt marshes, contributing significantly to Europe's green objectives. It uniquely combines large-scale demonstration activities with capacity building in associated regions, fostering sustainable socio-economic transitions.
Who is Funded: Eligible Participants & Objectives
The Danube River Basin Lighthouse program targets a diverse range of entities and individuals committed to ecological restoration across specific geographic areas within the EU and Associated Countries. The program's core objective is to revitalize endangered wetland ecosystems, enhancing biodiversity and climate resilience while supporting local economies.
What is Funded: Project Focus & Stages
This program specifically funds projects and activities centered on environmental protection and restoration within aquatic ecosystems, with a strong emphasis on practical, demonstrable solutions. It targets various stages of project development to ensure comprehensive impact, from initial research applications to market deployment.
Type and Scope of Funding
Financial support for the Danube River Basin Lighthouse program is primarily offered as grants, specifically 'Innovation Actions', with a dedicated budget for this topic. While the overarching project duration aligns with the mission phases, specific funding amounts apply to certain beneficiaries.
Conditions and Requirements
Applicants and beneficiaries of the Danube River Basin Lighthouse program must adhere to specific conditions regarding application, consortium formation, and budget management. Key provisions also emphasize collaboration and data sharing.
Application Procedure
The application process for the Danube River Basin Lighthouse program involves a single-stage submission, with a clear evaluation framework. Applicants are guided by official documentation and portals for all procedural details.
Legal Basis
The Danube River Basin Lighthouse program is firmly rooted in a robust legal and policy framework, drawing authority from key EU regulations and strategic documents designed to achieve its environmental objectives.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
100,000 €
Allocated Budget:
10,000,000 €
Deadline:
27.09.2022
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
The program focuses on the Danube river basin and the adjacent Black Sea area. Demonstration activities must occur in at least three different EU Member States and/or Associated Countries within the Danube river basin. 'Associated regions' benefiting from Financial Support to Third Parties must be located in Member States or Associated Countries other than those that are part of the project consortium.
Sectors:
Environmental and Climate Protection, Research and Development, Service Sector, Agriculture and Agribusiness
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Pilot Testing, Scaling, Commercialization, Implementation, Applied Research
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
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