Demonstrating solutions to help hotspots in coastal regions to adapt to climate change
The 'Demonstrating Solutions to Help Hotspots in Coastal Regions Adapt to Climate Change' program, part of the EU Mission on Adaptation to Climate Change, offers significant grants to address urgent climate risks in vulnerable coastal areas. It uniquely emphasizes real-world demonstration of innovative, climate-resilient solutions, particularly nature-based and digital approaches, through extensive collaboration between regional and local authorities across Europe. This initiative aims to accelerate the transition to a climate-resilient continent by 2030, fostering knowledge transfer and citizen engagement.
Who is Funded: Eligibility and Objectives
This section provides comprehensive details on the eligibility criteria for the funding program, outlining who can apply, the geographical scope of the projects, and the core objectives the program aims to achieve. It specifies the types of entities targeted for funding and highlights the strategic importance of addressing climate change impacts in coastal regions.
What is Funded: Project Focus
This section outlines the types of projects, thematic areas, and activities eligible for funding, focusing on innovative solutions for climate adaptation in coastal regions. It emphasizes nature-based and digital solutions and specifies the expected maturity level of supported projects.
Type and Scope of Funding
This section details the financial aspects of the program, including the type of funding instrument, the maximum available funding per project, and expected project duration.
Conditions and Requirements for Applicants
This section outlines the essential conditions and requirements for applicants and beneficiaries, covering application terms, consortium rules, and other critical provisions to ensure successful project implementation and alignment with program goals.
Application Procedure
This section guides applicants through the procedural aspects of the program, detailing the application submission process, how proposals are evaluated, and where to find support and relevant documentation.
Legal Basis of the Program
This section identifies the foundational legal and policy documents that authorize and govern the 'Demonstrating Solutions to Help Hotspots in Coastal Regions Adapt to Climate Change' program, ensuring its legitimacy and guiding its implementation within the broader European Union framework.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Open
Maximum Amount:
10,000,000 €
Allocated Budget:
30,000,000 €
Deadline:
24.09.2025
Open Until:
Ongoing
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
EU Member States, Horizon Europe Associated Countries, with specific focus on Southern Europe, low-lying coastal areas, and EU outermost regions as 'hotspot areas'. Demonstration activities must take place in at least 3 different coastal regional or local authorities, each in a different Member State or Associated Country. Replication activities involve at least 3 additional coastal regional or local authorities from different Member States or Associated Countries.
Sectors:
Environmental and Climate Protection, Water and Waste Management, Research and Development, Information and Communication Technology, Service Sector, Other
Beneficiaries:
Coastal communities, regional and local authorities in coastal areas
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Pilot Testing, Implementation, Commercialization, Scaling, Applied Research, Experimental Development, Product Development, Process Optimization, Market Introduction, Other
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Managed By:
Mission Implementation Platform (MIP4Adapt - under contract CINEA/2022/OP/0013/SI2.884597)
Additional Partners:
Mission Implementation Platform (MIP4Adapt), Climate City Capital Hub, Horizon 2020, Horizon Europe, Interreg, LIFE, Copernicus (Marine Service, Coastal Thematic Hub), CLIMAAX framework, European Regional Development Fund, European Maritime, Fisheries and Aquaculture Funds.
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