EU Member States/Associated countries research policy cooperation network to accelerate zero-emission road mobility (2ZERO Partnership)

The 2ZERO Partnership funding targets a wide array of entities across EU Member States and Associated Countries, focusing on collaborative efforts to advance zero-emission road mobility. The primary objective is to enhance and harmonize national research and innovation policies, ultimately contributing to the EU's ambitious climate and environmental goals.

The 2ZERO Partnership supports projects focused on various aspects of zero-emission road mobility, spanning the entire innovation lifecycle from initial development to market implementation. The funding specifically targets a broad range of sectors and activities related to clean, smart, and safe transport, with an emphasis on collaborative, action-oriented initiatives.

The 2ZERO Partnership provides grant funding on a lump sum basis, with a specified maximum amount for eligible projects. The program encourages broad participation, particularly from consortia, to foster widespread collaboration and impact in accelerating zero-emission road mobility.

Participation in the 2ZERO Partnership is governed by comprehensive conditions and requirements outlined in the Horizon Europe Work Programme General Annexes, covering admissibility, eligibility, financial capacity, and specific project stipulations. Collaboration is crucial, and adherence to specific guidelines, including data sharing and reporting to the 2ZERO Partnership, is expected.

The application process for the 2ZERO Partnership was a single-stage submission, now closed. Proposals were evaluated based on predefined award criteria, with specific thresholds for funding consideration. Although proposals were submitted for this topic, none were ultimately retained for funding.

The 2ZERO Partnership is established and governed by key legal and official documents stemming from the Horizon Europe framework, ensuring its legitimacy and guiding its operational parameters.