Innovation for responsible EU sourcing of primary raw materials, the foundation of the Green Deal (RIA)
This Horizon Europe Research and Innovation Action (RIA) aims to bolster the EU's access to primary raw materials, particularly critical ones, vital for industrial value chains and strategic sectors. The program focuses on developing innovative technologies and knowledge to ensure a secure, sustainable, and ethically sourced supply of raw materials, thereby enhancing the EU's resilience and reducing dependence on third countries in line with the Green Deal objectives.
Who is Funded for EU Raw Materials Sourcing Innovation
This section outlines the eligibility criteria for applicants, the geographic scope of the projects, and the overarching objectives of the funding program, emphasizing a strengthened EU raw materials supply chain and industrial autonomy.
What is Funded in Raw Materials Innovation
This section details the types of projects and thematic areas supported, focusing on innovation in primary raw materials sourcing, geological understanding, and data harmonization, all contributing to a more resilient and sustainable industrial base in Europe.
Type and Scope of EU Raw Materials Funding
This program primarily offers grants under the Horizon Europe Framework Programme. The total budget allocated for the specific topic is 30 million Euros, supporting research and innovation activities aimed at strengthening the EU's raw materials supply chain.
Conditions & Requirements for EU Raw Materials Sourcing Projects
This section outlines the essential administrative, operational, and legal conditions for participation, including strict eligibility criteria for legal entities and requirements for data sharing and collaboration.
Application Procedure for EU Raw Materials Funding
This section details the steps involved in submitting proposals and how evaluation and award decisions are made, emphasizing the single-stage submission process and the subsequent communication of results.
Legal Basis of the EU Raw Materials Initiative
This section highlights the foundational documents governing the funding program, primarily anchored within the Horizon Europe framework.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Allocated Budget:
30,000,000 €
Deadline:
23.09.2021
Open Until:
Ongoing
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
EU Member States, associated countries, OECD countries, African Union Countries, MERCOSUR, CARIFORUM, and Andean Community.
Sectors:
Agriculture and Agribusiness, Energy Production and Supply, Renewable Energy, Water and Waste Management, Transportation and Logistics, Information and Communication Technology, Software Development, Financial Technology, Green Technology, Healthcare, Medical Technology, Pharmaceutical Industry, Education and Vocational Training, Research and Development, Consumer Goods Industry, Service Sector, Tourism, Creative Industries, Environmental and Climate Protection, Social Enterprises, Cultural Institutions, Other
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Applied Research, Experimental Development
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Additional Partners:
IAAD (RTO, social innovation), Tech2Market (dissemination, exploitation), Evenor-Tech (AI, geodata, modelling), MCS Factory Digitalization (industrial automation, Industry 4.0), Interspread GmbH (communication, dissemination), Grant Garant SRO (proposal development, communication), Laser Consult (knowledge management, exploitation), Norway Innovation Network (R&I, ICT, climate change), Nordic Horizon Institute AB (R&I, green/digital transition), Informatics360 (software development, AI), Sikemia (materials functionalization), Golem GmbH (AI-driven Digital Twins, Big Data & IoT), ACIB GmbH (biotech, science communication), APRIA Systems SL (membrane technology, circular economy, metal recovery), C.I.P. Citizens In Power (social innovation, sustainable growth), Flow Analysis and Simulation Team (fluid dynamics, industrial applications), Minds & Sparks GmbH (applied research, development, dissemination, exploitation), Green Growth Platform (green growth, agribusiness, climate change), AgFutura Technologies (digital agriculture, climate change), Biomimetic Sciences Institute (circular economy, sustainability), Ideas Forward IKE (blockchain, responsible sourcing), Haptic R&D Consulting (innovation to market), Romanian Standards Association (standardization), Epsilon Malta Limited (LCA, circular economy, digital twins), SunLight Future Africa (green transition, renewable energy in Africa)
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