Danube river basin lighthouse – restoration of fresh and transitional water ecosystems
The Danube river basin lighthouse initiative, part of the EU Mission 'Restore our Ocean, Seas and Waters by 2030', focuses on the comprehensive restoration of fresh and transitional water ecosystems. This program aims to revitalize the Danube river and its associated regions by implementing innovative, nature-based solutions, ensuring ecological connectivity, and fostering sustainable socio-economic development.
Who is Funded: Danube River Basin Restoration & Biodiversity
The Danube river basin lighthouse program aims to fund a diverse range of entities and organizations committed to the environmental restoration and sustainable management of the Danube river basin. Eligibility extends beyond direct project implementers to include regions benefiting from the innovative solutions developed, ensuring a broad and impactful reach.
What is Funded: Ecosystem Restoration and Nature-Based Solutions
This program supports a wide array of projects and activities centered on environmental restoration and sustainable practices within the Danube river basin. Funding is directed towards innovative solutions that advance ecological health and offer tangible benefits to local communities, with a clear focus on actionable, demonstrated impacts.
Type and Scope of Funding: Grants for Danube Restoration
The Danube river basin lighthouse program provides financial support through grants, emphasizing a cascade funding mechanism for associated regions. While a total budget is allocated for the topic, specific project funding amounts are not defined, except for the sub-granting to third parties.
Conditions and Requirements for Danube Restoration Projects
Applicants to the Danube river basin lighthouse program must adhere to specific conditions regarding consortium composition, financial support to third parties, and the use of satellite technologies. These requirements ensure projects are impactful, collaborative, and aligned with broader EU strategies.
Application Procedure for Danube Restoration Funding
The application process for the Danube river basin lighthouse program is structured to ensure clarity and adherence to Horizon Europe standards. It involves a single-stage submission and a comprehensive evaluation process.
Legal Basis of the Danube Restoration Program
The Danube river basin lighthouse program is firmly rooted in a robust legal framework established by key European Union regulations and directives. These foundational documents ensure the program's legitimacy and guide its implementation towards achieving its ambitious environmental and societal goals.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Allocated Budget:
17,000,000 ", "
Deadline:
12.04.2022
Open Until:
31.12.2027
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
Danube river basin, including its delta and main tributaries, and associated regions within the Danube river basin and Black Sea.
Sectors:
Environmental and Climate Protection, Water and Waste Management, Research and Development, Social Enterprises
Beneficiaries:
Freshwater ecosystems, biodiversity, local communities
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Applied Research, Experimental Development, Prototyping, Pilot Testing, Scaling, Commercialization, Implementation
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Additional Partners:
Local business communities, SMEs, investors, other business stakeholders, local actors, European Volunteer Corps, Mission Citizen Assemblies.
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