EIT Cross-KIC Strategic Synergies
The EIT Cross-KIC Strategic Synergies program is a competitive EU funding initiative under Horizon Europe, designed to amplify the European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT) Community's impact in critical strategic areas. It fosters coordinated and joint activities among Knowledge and Innovation Communities (KICs) to enhance their innovation ecosystem, visibility, and global positioning, promoting sustainable solutions and aligning with key EU policy priorities.
Who is Funded
This section details the eligibility criteria for applicants, the geographical scope of the program, and its core objectives. It clarifies which entities can apply, where projects must be located, and the overarching goals the program aims to achieve, emphasizing the strategic intent to strengthen the EIT Community's innovation efforts.
What is Funded
This section outlines the types of projects, thematic areas, and activities that are eligible for funding under the EIT Cross-KIC Strategic Synergies program. It highlights the strategic focus areas and the developmental stages of projects that the program aims to support.
Type and Scope of Funding
This section provides a detailed overview of the financial support available through the EIT Cross-KIC Strategic Synergies program. It specifies the type of financial instrument, the potential funding amounts, and outlines expected project durations.
Conditions and Requirements
This section outlines the essential conditions, rules, and provisions that applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to throughout the application process and project implementation. It covers various stipulations, from application terms and consortium requirements to general legal and financial guidelines.
Application Procedure
This section details the formal process for applying to the EIT Cross-KIC Strategic Synergies program, including submission guidelines and the evaluation framework. It provides an overview of how proposals are handled from submission to the final award decision.
Legal Basis
This section identifies the foundational legal instruments and key policies that authorize, govern, and shape the EIT Cross-KIC Strategic Synergies funding program, ensuring transparency and adherence to established European Union frameworks.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
12,500,000 €
Allocated Budget:
Annual budget for the overall call is 905,000,000 € for 2023, and 170,000,000 € for both 2024 and 2025. Individual grants for this specific topic range from 7,500,000 € to 12,500,000 €.
Award Channel:
Competitive Tender
Region:
European Union and Associated Countries, with provisions for specific non-EU/non-Associated Countries that make funding available for their participants.
Sectors:
Information and Communication Technology, Environmental and Climate Protection, Creative Industries, Education and Vocational Training, Research and Development, Social Enterprises, Financial Technology
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Applied Research, Experimental Development, Prototyping, Pilot Testing, Product Development, Market Introduction, Scaling, Commercialization, Capacity Building, Awareness Campaigns, Service Delivery
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT) under the Horizon Europe Framework Programme.
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