Innovation investments Strand 2a - DIGIT
The Innovation investments Strand 2a - DIGIT program is a European Union funding initiative designed to accelerate the deployment of innovative digital solutions across Europe. Its primary goal is to foster digital growth by supporting interregional investment projects within businesses and public administrations, ultimately bridging the digital divide and enhancing EU competitiveness. This program stands out by focusing on tangible investments that lead to real-world application and improved services for citizens and companies.
Who is Funded
The Innovation investments Strand 2a - DIGIT program is open to a diverse range of organizations and entities across European Union regions, with a strong emphasis on collaborative interregional projects. It aims to drive digital transformation and foster innovation within specific sectors.
What is Funded
This program provides funding for projects focused on the development, demonstration, and deployment of innovative digital technologies across key economic and public sectors. It supports a range of activities from testing and piloting to market replication and commercialization.
Type and Scope of Funding
The Innovation investments Strand 2a - DIGIT program provides financial support primarily through grants, with a significant co-financing requirement and options for cascade funding to SMEs. The program has an allocated budget for 2021 and 2022, but the duration for individual projects is not explicitly defined in the provided information.
Conditions and Requirements
Applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to a set of stringent conditions and requirements covering application terms, consortium composition, financial management, and other operational provisions.
Application Procedure
The application process for the Innovation investments Strand 2a - DIGIT program follows a structured flow, with clear guidelines on submission and evaluation to ensure transparency and fairness.
Legal Basis
The Innovation investments Strand 2a - DIGIT program is firmly rooted in several key European legal and policy documents, providing the authoritative framework for its operation and funding mechanisms.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
For financial support to third parties (SMEs), the maximum amount is 60,000 €. For main project grants, a co-financing rate of 70% applies to all eligible costs.
Allocated Budget:
68,902,719 € (total for 2021-2022 calls for I3-2021-INV2a-DIGIT, with 36,005,271 € for 2021 and 32,897,448 € for 2022)
Open Until:
31.12.2027
Award Channel:
Competitive Tender
Region:
European Union regions, with a specific focus on interregional innovation investments. This includes less developed regions (defined as regions whose GDP per capita is less than 75% of the EU-27 average).
Sectors:
Information and Communication Technology, Healthcare, Service Sector, Other
Beneficiaries:
Businesses (including SMEs), public administration, research and technology organizations (RTOs), business associations, academia, and other actors within regional innovation ecosystems.
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Pilot Testing, Product Development, Market Introduction, Commercialization, Implementation, Scaling
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Managed By:
EISMEA
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