Promote Europe's availability, affordability, sustainability and security of supply of essential chemicals and materials (IA)
This Horizon Europe Innovation Action aims to bolster Europe's industrial competitiveness and strategic autonomy by promoting the sustainable availability, affordability, and security of essential chemicals and materials. The program specifically targets the development of resilient industrial value chains and the modernisation of traditional industrial models through breakthrough technologies and novel business models. By fostering local production capabilities and reducing reliance on imports, it contributes to Europe's economic recovery and green transition.
Who is Funded by Horizon Europe Resilience
The program targets a broad range of entities within the European Union and Associated Countries, with provisions for international cooperation where mutual benefit for the EU is established. Its core objective is to enhance Europe's industrial resilience and global competitiveness in the vital chemicals and materials sector.
What is Funded by the Resilience Program
This funding program supports innovative projects across various chemical and material science domains, focusing on enhancing Europe's industrial resilience. Projects should aim to advance technologies from a Technology Readiness Level (TRL) of 5 to 7, emphasizing practical application and industrial relevance.
Type and Scope of Chemicals and Materials Funding
The Horizon Europe Resilience program provides financial support in the form of grants, with a significant budget allocated to foster innovation in essential chemicals and materials. Specific funding amounts per project are not fixed but are part of a larger call budget.
Conditions and Requirements for Essential Chemicals & Materials Funding
Applicants must adhere to general Horizon Europe conditions and specific requirements related to the program's objectives. Key stipulations cover proposal admissibility, eligibility, financial capacity, ethical considerations, and the demonstration of a clear path to market.
Application Procedure
The application process for this call was a single-stage submission. Evaluation of proposals has been completed, and applicants have been informed of the results, with grant agreements expected to be signed in March 2022.
Legal Basis of the Chemicals & Materials Program
The funding program operates under the broader framework of Horizon Europe, governed by specific legal acts and detailed guidelines for grant management and participation.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Allocated Budget:
28,000,000 €
Deadline:
23.09.2021
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
European Union and Associated Countries, with provisions for non-EU/non-Associated Countries where reciprocal benefit exists.
Sectors:
Information and Communication Technology, Research and Development, Energy Production and Supply, Green Technology, Other
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Prototyping, Pilot Testing, Product Development, Process Optimization, Market Introduction
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
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