Euroclusters for Europe's recovery
The Euroclusters for Europe's recovery program, a key initiative under the European Union's Single Market Programme (SMP), is designed to enhance the resilience and accelerate the green and digital transformation of Europe's industrial ecosystems. This program provides crucial financial support for joint initiatives by cluster organizations and other entities, fostering value chain interlinkages, boosting strategic autonomy, cultivating a highly skilled workforce, and facilitating international market access for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs).
Who is Funded
The Euroclusters program targets a diverse range of organizations involved in fostering industrial ecosystem growth and resilience across the European Union and associated countries. It aims to support collaborative efforts that drive green and digital transitions, ultimately benefiting Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) through various initiatives.
What is Funded
The Euroclusters program supports a variety of projects and activities aimed at strengthening EU industrial ecosystems through green and digital transformations, innovation, and internationalization. Funded initiatives must address specific objectives, and while a wide range of costs are eligible, clear rules apply, particularly for financial support to third parties.
Type and Scope of Funding
The Euroclusters program provides financial support primarily through grants, with a significant portion dedicated to direct financial aid for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) via a cascade funding mechanism. The funding structure includes specific co-financing rates and a defined project duration to ensure effective implementation and impact.
Conditions and Requirements
Applicants to the Euroclusters program must adhere to specific conditions related to consortium composition, application processes, and financial management. These rules ensure fair treatment, effective project implementation, and compliance with EU funding principles.
Application Procedure
The application process for Euroclusters involves a single-stage submission and a comprehensive evaluation based on predefined criteria. Applicants must prepare detailed proposals and adhere to strict submission guidelines.
Legal Basis
The Euroclusters program operates under a clear legal framework established by the European Union to ensure its legitimacy and effective implementation.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Allocated Budget:
Total Budget: 42,000,000 €. Annual Budgets: 14,000,000 € (2021), 9,000,000 € (2022), 16,000,000 € (2023), 3,000,000 € (2024)
Deadline:
07.12.2021
Open Until:
31.12.2027
Award Channel:
Competitive Tender
Region:
European Union Member States and third countries associated with the SME Pillar of the Single Market Programme (SMP), or those in ongoing negotiations for an SMP Association Agreement.
Sectors:
Agriculture and Agribusiness, Construction and Building Materials, Energy Production and Supply, Renewable Energy, Transportation and Logistics, Information and Communication Technology, Software Development, Financial Technology, Green Technology, Healthcare, Medical Technology, Tourism, Creative Industries, Other
Beneficiaries:
Businesses
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Process Optimization, Market Introduction, Scaling, Commercialization, Capacity Building, Product Development
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Managed By:
European Innovation Council and SMEs Executive Agency (EISMEA)
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