Testing and demonstrating innovative solutions to improve resilience to extreme heat, including addressing health impacts
This Horizon Europe Innovation Action addresses the critical challenge of extreme heat by supporting innovative solutions to enhance climate resilience and protect public health across European regions. It uniquely focuses on large-scale demonstration projects, fostering collaboration among regional and local authorities and integrating diverse scientific and societal expertise to drive impactful adaptation measures.
Who is Funded: Empowering European Regions and Local Authorities for Climate Resilience
This section outlines the target beneficiaries and geographical scope of the funding program, focusing on strengthening the adaptive capacities of regional and local authorities and their citizens against extreme heat. The program aims to foster a climate-resilient Europe by 2030, emphasizing support for vulnerable regions and the co-creation of innovative solutions.
What is Funded: Innovative Solutions for Extreme Heat Resilience
This section details the specific types of solutions and activities eligible for funding under this program, emphasizing the development and demonstration of systemic measures to combat extreme heat and protect human health. It covers eligible sectors and highlights the developmental stage of the supported projects.
Type and Scope of Funding: Grant Support for Climate Adaptation Innovations
This section provides an overview of the financial support available, specifying that funding will be provided as grants in the form of lump sums. It details the maximum funding amount per project and the expected number of grants.
Conditions and Requirements: Collaborative Implementation for Climate Resilience
This section outlines the essential conditions and requirements for applicants, emphasizing collaborative approaches and adherence to Horizon Europe's general annexes. Key stipulations include consortium formation, ethical considerations, and linkages with existing climate adaptation initiatives.
Application Procedure: Streamlined Submission for Innovation Actions
This section details the application process, from proposal submission to the evaluation and award channels. It highlights the availability of standard forms and comprehensive guidance resources to support applicants.
Legal Basis: Horizon Europe Framework for Climate Adaptation
This section identifies the foundational legal and policy documents governing the funding program, grounding it within the broader framework of European Union research and innovation initiatives.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Open
Maximum Amount:
10.000.000 €
Allocated Budget:
30.000.000 €
Deadline:
24.09.2025
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
European Union, Horizon Europe Associated Countries (demonstration activities in at least 3 different regional or local authorities, each in a different Member State or Associated Country; replication activities in at least 3 replicating regional or local authorities from 3 different Member States or Associated Countries).
Sectors:
Environmental and Climate Protection, Healthcare, Research and Development, Water and Waste Management, Energy Production and Supply, Transportation and Logistics, Information and Communication Technology, Service Sector, Social Enterprises
Beneficiaries:
Regional and local authorities, citizens (particularly vulnerable groups), research institutes, industry, investors.
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Experimental Development, Pilot Testing, Product Development, Process Optimization, Market Introduction, Scaling, Implementation, Applied Research
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Managed By:
European Commission (likely via an Executive Agency)
Additional Partners:
Mission Implementation Platform (MIP4Adapt - implementation), Climate-ADAPT, European Climate and Health Observatory, Copernicus Health Hub.
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