Optimised forest-based value chains for high value applications and improved forest management
This program, under the Circular Bio-based Europe Joint Undertaking, aims to optimize forest-based value chains for high-value applications and improve forest management practices. It specifically addresses challenges posed by climate change, promoting sustainable and circular bioeconomy models to enhance environmental impact, regional innovation, and social benefits in rural areas.
Who is Funded: Advancing Sustainable Forest Bioeconomy
This section details the eligible entities, the geographic focus, and the strategic objectives of the program, which aims to foster a successful green transition in primary production and rural areas through optimized forest-based value chains.
What is Funded: Innovations in Forest Health, Valorisation, and Digital Tools
This section outlines the types of projects and thematic areas eligible for funding, focusing on innovative solutions for forest management, biomass valorisation, and the application of digital technologies.
Type and Scope of Funding: Grant-Based Support for Forest Innovations
This section describes the nature of the financial support available, including the type of instrument, funding amounts per project, and the program's overall timeframe.
Conditions and Requirements: Adherence to Horizon Europe Guidelines
This section outlines the essential conditions and requirements that applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to, covering aspects from application submission to consortium formation and financial regulations, all largely governed by the Horizon Europe framework.
Application Procedure: Structured Submission and Evaluation
This section describes the procedural steps for submitting applications and the process by which proposals are evaluated and selected for funding.
Legal Basis: Foundational Documents of Horizon Europe and CBE JU
This section identifies the core legal and official documents that legitimize and govern the funding program, including the overarching Horizon Europe framework and specific regulations pertaining to the CBE Joint Undertaking.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
10,000,000 €
Allocated Budget:
Maximum grant contribution of 10,000,000 € per project. The total indicative annual budget for the HORIZON-JU-CBE-2023 call is 215,545,072 €.
Deadline:
20.09.2023
Open Until:
31.12.2027
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
European Union and Associated Countries, focusing on European and regional forest contexts and rural areas.
Sectors:
Agriculture and Agribusiness, Research and Development, Environmental and Climate Protection, Information and Communication Technology, Green Technology
Beneficiaries:
Agriculture, forestry & fishing, Food processing, Bio-based industry, Rural communities
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Applied Research, Experimental Development, Prototyping, Pilot Testing, Product Development, Process Optimization, Market Introduction
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Union (via the Circular Bio-based Europe Joint Undertaking - CBE JU)
Managed By:
Circular Bio-based Europe Joint Undertaking (CBE JU)
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