A mechanism for science to inform implementation, monitoring, review and ratcheting up of the new EU biodiversity strategy for 2030 ('Science Service').
The 'Science Service' under Horizon Europe aims to establish a crucial mechanism for integrating scientific research directly into EU biodiversity policy-making. This initiative seeks to bridge the knowledge-sharing gap by providing a single entry point for research-based options, supporting the implementation, monitoring, and review of the EU biodiversity strategy for 2030 and beyond. It is designed to bolster the EU's global ambitions in biodiversity research.
Who is Funded
The 'Science Service' program is designed to fund projects that foster the integration of scientific knowledge into biodiversity policy across Europe. It targets a broad range of entities and geographic areas within the EU and associated countries, with a clear objective to support the EU biodiversity strategy for 2030.
What is Funded
This program supports projects focused on integrating scientific insights into biodiversity policy, encompassing a wide array of research and innovation activities from foundational knowledge generation to practical policy implementation and communication.
Type and Scope of Funding
The 'Science Service' program provides financial support through grants within the Horizon Europe framework, with a specific budget allocated for this call. It outlines maximum funding amounts and provisions for supporting third parties.
Conditions and Requirements
Applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to specific conditions concerning application submission, collaboration structures, and financial management, as detailed in the Horizon Europe Work Programme General Annexes.
Application Procedure
The application process for this call has concluded, with proposals submitted through a single-stage procedure and evaluated by independent experts. Evaluation results have been communicated to applicants.
Legal Basis
The 'Science Service' funding program is established and governed by a comprehensive set of EU legal acts and regulatory documents, ensuring its legitimacy and operational framework within Horizon Europe.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
13,000,000 €
Allocated Budget:
13,000,000 €
Deadline:
06.10.2021
Open Until:
Closed
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
Europe (EU Member States and Associated Countries)
Sectors:
Environmental and Climate Protection, Research and Development, Information and Communication Technology, Agriculture and Agribusiness, Other
Beneficiaries:
Research and innovation communities, environmental policy-makers, civil society, businesses, land users, site managers
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Applied Research, Policy Development, Implementation, Service Delivery, Capacity Building, Awareness Campaigns, Monitoring, Evaluation, Other
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Managed By:
Executive Agency
Additional Partners:
DG RTD, DG ENV, DG JRC, EEA, Environmental Knowledge Community (EKC), European Partnership on Biodiversity (Biodiversa), Horizon Europe Mission Boards, EKLIPSE, Oppla, NetworkNature, IPBES, IPCC, SCAR, EPBRS, SfEP, SAM, EPRS, UK's Climate Change Committee
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