EIT Cross-KIC Regional Innovation
The EIT Cross-KIC Regional Innovation program aims to significantly enhance the European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT) Community's influence across the EIT Regional Innovation Scheme (RIS) areas and other priority regions, with a strong focus on the Western Balkans. This initiative drives regional competitiveness and innovation by fostering stronger linkages between the EIT KICs and local innovation ecosystems, and by supporting entrepreneurial education and the transfer of best practices.
Who is Funded by EIT Cross-KIC Regional Innovation
The EIT Cross-KIC Regional Innovation program primarily targets entities capable of maximizing the EIT Community’s impact in regions covered by the EIT Regional Innovation Scheme and other priority areas, especially the Western Balkans. The program focuses on strengthening local innovation ecosystems, attracting new partners, and building capacity through entrepreneurial education and strategic alliances.
What is Funded Under EIT Cross-KIC Regional Innovation
The program supports a wide array of activities focused on innovation, entrepreneurship, and regional development across various sectors. Funding is geared towards projects that strengthen innovation ecosystems, build capacity, and implement new solutions, particularly within EIT RIS areas and the Western Balkans.
Type and Scope of EIT Regional Innovation Funding
The EIT Cross-KIC Regional Innovation program primarily offers grant funding to support impactful projects. While specific project durations are not fixed, the financial contributions are substantial, aiming to empower significant initiatives within the EIT RIS areas and priority regions. This ensures robust support for developing and implementing innovative solutions and strengthening regional capacities.
Conditions and Requirements for EIT Regional Innovation
Applicants and beneficiaries of the EIT Cross-KIC Regional Innovation program must adhere to a comprehensive set of conditions and requirements. These cover admissibility, financial and operational capacity, award criteria, and specific provisions for legal and financial setups, ensuring transparent and compliant project implementation. Adherence to these conditions is vital for successful participation and project management within the EIT Community framework.
Application Procedure for EIT Regional Innovation
The application process for the EIT Cross-KIC Regional Innovation program is structured, with detailed guidance provided through various official documents. Submissions are managed via a dedicated online system, and a clear evaluation process is in place to assess proposals based on established award criteria.
Legal Basis of EIT Regional Innovation
The EIT Cross-KIC Regional Innovation program operates under a robust legal framework derived from overarching EU regulations and specific EIT mandates. This ensures its legitimacy, sets operational parameters, and provides transparency for all participants.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
6,700,000 €
Allocated Budget:
The call for which this topic was open had an indicative annual budget of 905,000,000 € for 2023 and 170,000,000 € for both 2024 and 2025. For this specific 'EIT Cross-KIC Regional Innovation' topic, the estimated contribution per project ranges from 4,000,000 € to 6,700,000 €.
Deadline:
27.09.2022
Open Until:
Ongoing
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
Regions and countries eligible under the EIT Regional Innovation Scheme (RIS), including all Western Balkan countries (e.g., Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia). Specific participating countries identified through partner search include Austria, Cyprus, Czechia, Germany, Greece, Lithuania, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Spain, and Turkey.
Sectors:
Research and Development, Education and Vocational Training, Environmental and Climate Protection, Service Sector, Agriculture and Agribusiness, Tourism, Creative Industries, Other
Beneficiaries:
Individuals, startups, businesses (especially SMEs), research institutions, non-governmental organizations, public authorities, and regional innovation ecosystems within EIT RIS areas and priority countries.
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Capacity Building, Commercialization, Market Introduction, Product Development, Implementation, Applied Research, Experimental Development, Pilot Testing, Policy Development
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT)
Managed By:
The program is managed in conjunction with the European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT) and its Knowledge and Innovation Communities (KICs).
Additional Partners:
Knowledge and Innovation Communities (KICs) are key implementing partners. Potential strategic alliances include the Regional Cooperation Council and Enterprise Europe Network.
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