Unleashing the potential and advancing the impact of the digitalization/Artificial Intelligence of the climate-neutral bio-based value chains

Last updated: 16.7.2025
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This Horizon Europe funding opportunity drives the integration of Artificial Intelligence and digitalization across climate-neutral bio-based value chains. It aims to significantly enhance the sustainability, resilience, and strategic autonomy of the European bio-based industry. The program fosters innovative solutions for resource efficiency, circularity, and a deeper understanding of carbon removal potentials.

Who is Funded by Horizon Europe Digital Bioeconomy AI

This section outlines the eligibility criteria for applicants, the geographical focus of the program, and its core objectives. The funding targets a broad spectrum of actors involved in the bio-based sector and circular economy, emphasizing European leadership and international collaboration.

What is Funded: Digital Bioeconomy Innovations

This section details the types of projects and thematic areas eligible for funding, focusing on innovative digital and AI-driven solutions within the climate-neutral bio-based economy.

Type and Scope of Funding for Bio-based Digitalization

This section provides information on the financial support available, specifying the type of instrument and the indicative funding amounts for eligible projects.

Conditions and Requirements for AI in Bioeconomy

This section outlines the essential rules, regulations, and specific conditions that applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to, covering application terms, collaboration guidelines, and other important provisions.

Application Procedure for Digital Bio-based Projects

This section guides applicants through the procedural aspects of applying for funding, from submission to the evaluation process.

This section identifies the fundamental legal and official documents that govern the funding program, ensuring transparency and adherence to established European regulations and policies.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Open

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

5,000,000 €

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

10,000,000 € (for 2025, for this specific topic)

Deadline

Deadline:

17.09.2025

Open Until

Open Until:

Ongoing

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

European Union, and international cooperation is encouraged with countries such as the United States of America, Japan, South Korea, and India.

Sectors

Sectors:

Agriculture and Agribusiness, Information and Communication Technology, Research and Development, Environmental and Climate Protection, Service Sector, Other

Beneficiaries

Beneficiaries:

Bio-based industry, R&I organisations, civil society stakeholders, consumers, agriculture, forestry, diverse economic and societal actors

Application Type

Application Type:

Optional Consortium

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Experimental Development, Prototyping, Pilot Testing, Process Optimization, Market Introduction

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Union

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