A toolbox for public authorities to address marine plastics and litter from river-to-ocean
The Horizon Europe program, under its 'Restore our Ocean and Waters by 2030' Mission, offers funding for developing a comprehensive toolbox for public authorities to combat marine plastic and litter from river-to-ocean. This initiative aims to significantly reduce plastic pollution, restore marine and freshwater ecosystems, and foster a carbon-neutral, circular blue economy across European sea and river basins.
Who is Funded
This section outlines the eligibility criteria for applicants, the geographical areas where projects can be implemented, and the overarching objectives of the 'A toolbox for public authorities to address marine plastics and litter from river-to-ocean' funding program. It details the specific types of entities targeted for funding and the strategic impact the program aims to achieve in restoring ocean and water health.
What is Funded
This section provides a detailed overview of the types of projects, thematic areas, and activities supported by the funding program 'A toolbox for public authorities to address marine plastics and litter from river-to-ocean'. It specifies the eligible sectors, clarifies what costs can be covered, and indicates the typical developmental stages of projects that qualify for support.
Type and Scope of Funding
This section details the financial mechanisms and scale of support available through the 'A toolbox for public authorities to address marine plastics and litter from river-to-ocean' program. It specifies the type of financial instrument, the maximum funding amounts per project, and provides insights into the expected project durations.
Conditions and Requirements
This section outlines the essential conditions and requirements for applicants and beneficiaries participating in the 'A toolbox for public authorities to address marine plastics and litter from river-to-ocean' program. It covers application stipulations, consortium formation rules, budget limitations, and other crucial provisions to ensure compliance and effective project implementation.
Application Procedure
This section details the application and selection processes for the 'A toolbox for public authorities to address marine plastics and litter from river-to-ocean' program. It guides applicants through the submission flow and explains how proposals are evaluated and selected for funding.
Legal Basis
This section identifies the foundational legal and official documents that establish and govern the 'A toolbox for public authorities to address marine plastics and litter from river-to-ocean' funding program. It also describes how these official texts can be accessed by the public.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Open
Maximum Amount:
5,500,000 €
Allocated Budget:
22,000,000 €
Deadline:
24.09.2025
Open Until:
31.12.2027
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
European Union (Atlantic and Arctic sea basin, Mediterranean Sea basin, Baltic and North Sea basin, Danube River basin including Black Sea), including EU Outermost Regions.
Sectors:
Environmental and Climate Protection, Water and Waste Management, Research and Development, Service Sector, Other
Beneficiaries:
Public authorities and public service providers
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Applied Research, Experimental Development, Pilot Testing, Implementation, Capacity Building, Awareness Campaigns
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Additional Partners:
Applicants should seek complementarities and further funding from other R&I-relevant EU, national or regional programmes for a sustainable blue economy (e.g., EMFF/EMFAF, LIFE, ERDF, ESF+, JTF, CEF Inland Waterways or Maritime, InvestEU), as well as private funds or financial instruments. Cooperation with EU Outermost Regions is encouraged. Projects are also expected to cooperate with other relevant Mission Ocean and Waters projects, the Plastic Pirates project, WATER4ALL partnership, relevant Interreg projects, and projects funded under HORIZON-CL6-2025-01-ZEROPOLLUTION-05 and HORIZON-CL4-SPACE-2025-01-46.
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