Prevention and Preparedness for Marine Pollution at Sea and on Shore
The 'Prevention and Preparedness for Marine Pollution at Sea and on Shore' program, part of the Union Civil Protection Mechanism (UCPM), addresses the growing complexity of marine pollution risks from shipping, offshore accidents, and illegal discharges. It aims to significantly enhance prevention and protection from maritime disasters by improving operational knowledge, capabilities, and fostering a more coordinated, holistic approach to incident management at sea and on shore. This initiative supports joint actions and capacity building across European regional sea areas and relevant sectors.
Who is Funded
This program targets legal entities from EU Member States, UCPM Participating States, and specific neighbouring countries, aiming to foster collaboration in marine pollution prevention and preparedness. The overarching objective is to enhance protection from maritime disasters through improved operational capabilities and coordinated incident management across sea and shore.
What is Funded
The program supports projects focused on marine pollution prevention and preparedness, particularly those developing advanced response capacities and enhancing regional coordination. Funded activities include training, technology improvement, and joint operational planning, targeting all stages from innovative solutions testing to policy implementation.
Type and Scope of Funding
This program offers grants covering up to 85% of eligible costs, with specific maximum amounts for internal and external actions. Projects are generally limited to a 24-month duration, supporting comprehensive marine pollution prevention and preparedness initiatives.
Conditions and Requirements
Applicants must adhere to strict admissibility, eligibility, and capacity criteria, with consortia being mandatory. Key conditions include timely electronic submission, specific document requirements, and compliance with EU financial and ethical regulations.
Application Procedure
The application process is a single-stage, electronic submission through the Funding & Tenders Portal, followed by a rigorous evaluation and award procedure. Applicants are supported by online manuals and helpdesks to navigate submission and address queries.
Legal Basis
The program's foundation rests on key EU legislative acts, ensuring its legitimacy and guiding its operational framework. These legal texts are accessible through specified channels, providing transparency for all stakeholders.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
1.000.000 € for internal actions; 500.000 € for external actions
Allocated Budget:
1.750.000 € (1.200.000 € for internal actions and 550.000 € for external actions)
Award Channel:
Competitive Tender
Region:
EU Member States, UCPM Participating States, IPA beneficiaries, European Neighbourhood Policy countries, with a focus on European regional sea conventions.
Sectors:
Environmental and Climate Protection
Beneficiaries:
Environmental and Climate Protection
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Applied Research, Pilot Testing, Capacity Building, Policy Development, Implementation
Funding Provider
Program Level:
Multi-Country
Funding Body:
European Commission's DG ECHO
Managed By:
European Commission's DG ECHO
Additional Partners:
C.I.P. Citizens In Power (Cyprus), An Technology (Italy), AGENTSIA ZA IKONOMICHESKO RAZVITIE- VARNA (Bulgaria), MINDS & SPARKS GMBH (Austria), ISTANBUL AVRUPA ARASTIRMALARI DERNEGI (Turkey), TURK DENIZ ARASTIRMALARI VAKFI (Turkey), TASARIM SIMULASYON TEKNOLOJILERI SANAYI VE TICARET AS (Turkey), CHERKA TROVA (Bulgaria), GRANT GARANT SRO (Czechia), O.M. OFFSHORE MONITORING LIMITED (Cyprus), DeepSea Numerical S.L. (Spain), ACIB GMBH (Austria), HeadHunter Limited SRL (Romania), COMUNE DI POMARICO (Italy), Waterborne Transport Innovation (Poland), SENSICHIPS SRL (Italy), EPC - EUROPEAN PROJECT CONSULTING -SRL (Italy), Feanor OÜ (Estonia), INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE-DEZVOLTARE PENTRU MECATRONICA SI TEHNICA MASURARII - I.N.C.D.M.T.M. BUCURESTI (Romania), SEA GREEN ENGINEERING S.R.L. (Italy), ASSOCIATION FOR ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OF TRADE BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY ENTERPRISES (Bulgaria), CYBELE LAWGICAL LTD (Portugal), ZDRAVI GRAD (Croatia), FUNDACIO DEL BIOMIMETIC SCIENCES INSTITUTE (Spain), OPTIMALSATELLITE UNIPESSOAL, LDA (Portugal)
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