EU-China international cooperation on blue carbon
The EU-China international cooperation on blue carbon program, a Horizon Europe initiative, fosters critical research into coastal marine ecosystems to better understand their role in atmospheric greenhouse gases. This collaborative funding opportunity aims to enhance knowledge, measurement techniques, and management strategies for blue carbon, contributing to global climate action and sustainable development goals through advanced climate science and international partnerships.
Who is Funded
This section outlines the eligibility criteria for applicants, the geographical scope of projects, and the core objectives of the EU-China international cooperation on blue carbon program. It details who can apply, where project activities should take place, and what the program aims to achieve in the realm of blue carbon research and climate action.
What is Funded
This section details the types of projects and activities eligible for funding under the EU-China international cooperation on blue carbon initiative. It clarifies the supported thematic areas and the developmental stages of projects, emphasizing a focus on research and early experimental development related to blue carbon.
Type and Scope of Funding
This section outlines the financial parameters of the EU-China blue carbon cooperation program, including the type of financial support provided and the maximum funding available per project. It clarifies the nature of the financial instrument.
Conditions and Requirements
This section details the essential rules, regulations, and specific conditions that applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to for the EU-China blue carbon research program. It covers application terms, consortium requirements, and other important provisions governing project implementation and funding.
Application Procedure
This section provides an overview of the application and selection processes for the EU-China blue carbon cooperation program, detailing how proposals are submitted, evaluated, and awarded within the Horizon Europe framework.
Legal Basis
This section highlights the foundational legal and official documents that govern the EU-China international cooperation on blue carbon funding program, providing its authorization and shaping its operational framework.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
5,000,000 €
Allocated Budget:
5,000,000 €
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
European Union, China
Sectors:
Environmental and Climate Protection, Research and Development, Other
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Basic Research, Applied Research, Experimental Development
Funding Provider
Program Level:
Multi-Country
Funding Body:
European Commission, Ministry of Science and Technology of the People’s Republic of China (MOST)
Additional Partners:
International bodies and researchers tackling blue carbon issues; relevant Horizon Europe projects and initiatives (e.g., under cluster 5 destination 1 topic D1-5: Enhanced quantification and understanding of natural and anthropogenic methane emissions and sinks, and under cluster 6, particularly topic HORIZON-CL6-2023-CLIMATE: Ocean and coastal waters carbon- and biodiversity-rich ecosystems and habitats in Europe and the Polar Regions); Copernicus Marine Services; Horizon Europe Missions (Adaptation to Climate Change, Climate Neutral and Smart Cities, Restore our Ocean and Waters by 2030); European Space Agency (ESA).
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