Sustainability Partnerships for SMEs adopting more sustainable practices
The Sustainability Partnerships for SMEs program aims to facilitate the green transition of Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) by fostering collaborations with Non-Governmental Organisations/Civil Society Organisations (NGOs/CSOs). This initiative funds practical projects designed to improve the environmental and social performance of SMEs, leveraging the specialized expertise of NGOs/CSOs and the reach of the Enterprise Europe Network (EEN). The program uniquely emphasizes a consortium-based approach to drive impactful, sustainable business models.
Who is Funded
This section outlines the eligibility criteria for organizations seeking funding under the Sustainability Partnerships for SMEs program, detailing the types of applicants, the required geographical scope for projects, and the overarching objectives that guide the program's strategic impact.
What is Funded
This section details the nature of projects and activities eligible for funding, including the thematic areas, types of costs covered, and the typical development stage of supported initiatives, ensuring clarity on the scope of the program.
Type and Scope of Funding
This section provides comprehensive details on the financial aspects of the program, including the type of funding instrument, the funding rate and maximum amount per project, and information regarding project duration, ensuring transparency on the financial support available.
Conditions and Requirements
This section details the essential conditions and requirements that applicants and beneficiaries must meet throughout the funding program lifecycle. It covers critical stipulations for application, consortium formation, adherence to aid rules, budget management, and other general provisions.
Application Procedure
This section guides applicants through the procedural aspects of the funding program, covering the application submission process, the channels through which awards are determined and communicated, and the resources available for assistance.
Legal Basis
This section delineates the fundamental legal and official frameworks that underpin the funding program, identifying its primary authorization and any key governing regulations that influence its operation, along with information on accessing these official texts.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
90% funding rate
Allocated Budget:
400,000 € (for 2021)
Deadline:
15.03.2022
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
European Union (EU) Member States and countries associated with the Single Market Programme (SMP), including Overseas Countries and Territories (OCTs). Cross-border consortia are eligible if they cover a coherent geographic area, which typically implies shared land or sea borders, or demonstrated strong links through existing cooperation frameworks like Interreg programmes or EU macro-regional strategies.
Sectors:
Environmental and Climate Protection, Social Enterprises, Research and Development, Service Sector, Tourism, Creative Industries, Information and Communication Technology, Agriculture and Agribusiness
Beneficiaries:
SMEs, NGOs/CSOs
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Implementation, Capacity Building
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Managed By:
EISMEA
Additional Partners:
Enterprise Europe Network (EEN) members, NGOs/CSOs
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