Carbon farming in living labs
This program, part of the EU Mission 'A Soil Deal for Europe', aims to advance carbon farming practices through the establishment of innovative living labs. It seeks to increase carbon sequestration and protect soil organic carbon stocks across diverse EU and Associated Countries, contributing directly to climate neutrality goals. By fostering co-creation among a wide array of stakeholders, the initiative bridges the gap between scientific knowledge and practical implementation for healthier soils.
Who is Funded
This section details the eligibility criteria for participation, outlining the types of entities and individuals that can apply for funding under the "Carbon farming in living labs" program. It also specifies the required geographic scope for project activities and highlights the overarching objectives of the funding initiative, particularly its contribution to climate action and sustainable land management within the EU.
What is Funded
This section outlines the types of projects and thematic areas eligible for funding, focusing on innovative solutions for carbon farming within living labs. It also details the nature of covered costs and the typical development stage of supported initiatives, ensuring that proposals address practical challenges and contribute to increased carbon sequestration in diverse land use types.
Type and Scope of Funding
This section outlines the financial support available, specifying that funding is provided in the form of grants, with a significant budget allocation for this particular topic. It also details the maximum amount that can be distributed as financial support to third parties, enabling broader participation in the living lab initiatives.
Conditions and Requirements
This section details the key conditions for participation, emphasizing the mandatory multi-actor approach and consortium requirements. It also outlines the permissible financial support to third parties and refers to general legal and financial regulations that govern the grant agreements, ensuring transparency and accountability.
Application Procedure
This section outlines the submission process for the "Carbon farming in living labs" program, details the evaluation criteria, and indicates the communication timeline for evaluation results. It clarifies the framework for how proposals are assessed and decisions are conveyed to applicants.
Legal Basis
This section identifies the core legal instruments that underpin the "Carbon farming in living labs" funding program, including its founding regulations and key policies governing its implementation within the broader European framework. It also indicates where official texts can be accessed for reference.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
12,000,000 €
Allocated Budget:
12,000,000 €
Deadline:
20.09.2023
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
European Union and Associated Countries
Sectors:
Agriculture and Agribusiness, Environmental and Climate Protection, Research and Development, Other
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Applied Research, Experimental Development, Pilot Testing, Implementation, Commercialization
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Additional Partners:
European Commission’s Joint Research Centre (JRC), EIP-AGRI operational groups, EIT Knowledge and Innovation Communities (EIT KICs), European partnership on accelerating farming systems transition: Agroecology living labs and research infrastructures, Living Lab Support Structure.
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