Circular Cities and Regions Initiative’s project development assistance (CCRI-PDA)

Last updated: 17.7.2025
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The Circular Cities and Regions Initiative's Project Development Assistance (CCRI-PDA) program is a Horizon Europe initiative designed to accelerate Europe's transition towards a sustainable, regenerative, inclusive, and just circular economy. By providing project development support, it aims to de-risk investments and facilitate the launch of innovative circular economy projects at local and regional scales, aligned with the European Green Deal, Circular Economy Action Plan, and Bioeconomy Strategy.

Who is Funded

This section details the entities eligible for funding under the CCRI-PDA program, focusing on the types of applicants, the geographical scope of the projects, and the overarching objectives the program aims to achieve, emphasizing its role in Europe's transition to a circular economy.

What is Funded

This section outlines the types of projects, thematic areas, and activities eligible for support, detailing covered costs and the typical development stage of funded initiatives. The program aims to foster circularity and bio-based innovation across various economic sectors.

Type and Scope of Funding

This section details the financial parameters of the CCRI-PDA program, including the type of financial support provided, the maximum funding amounts, and the expected leverage from investments.

Conditions and Requirements

This section outlines the essential conditions, rules, and provisions that applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to, covering application stipulations, collaboration guidelines, and broader policy alignment.

Application Procedure

This section details the process for submitting applications, from document preparation to evaluation and award notification.

This section identifies the foundational legal and official documents that govern the Circular Cities and Regions Initiative's Project Development Assistance (CCRI-PDA) program.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

2,000,000 €

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

10,000,000 €

Deadline

Deadline:

06.10.2021

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

EU Member States and Associated Countries, focusing on local and regional scales across Europe.

Sectors

Sectors:

Agriculture and Agribusiness, Construction and Building Materials, Energy Production and Supply, Environmental and Climate Protection, Food Processing, Information and Communication Technology, Research and Development, Service Sector, Textile and Apparel Industry, Water and Waste Management, Renewable Energy, Other

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Feasibility Study, Planning, Implementation, Commercialization, Scaling, Pilot Testing, Product Development, Process Optimization

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

Additional Partners:

CCRI (Circular Cities and Regions Initiative) and its coordination service

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