Euroclusters for Europe's recovery
The Euroclusters for Europe's recovery program aims to bolster the resilience and transformation of European industrial ecosystems. It supports joint cluster initiatives designed to foster green and digital transitions, enhance strategic autonomy, and improve global competitiveness for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) across the EU. This program is part of the broader Single Market Programme (SMP) and emphasizes cross-sectoral collaboration to address key challenges.
Who is Funded
This section outlines the eligibility criteria for applicants, the geographical scope where projects must be implemented, and the core objectives that projects under the Euroclusters for Europe's recovery program are expected to achieve. It defines the types of entities that can apply and the overarching strategic goals.
What is Funded
This section details the types of projects and activities eligible for funding, the specific sectors targeted by the program, and how costs are handled. It also clarifies the typical maturity level of projects that the program aims to support, ranging from innovation development to market introduction.
Type and Scope of Funding
This section provides detailed information on the financial aspects of the Euroclusters program, including the types of financial instruments available, the funding amounts and rates, and the typical duration for funded projects.
Conditions and Requirements
This section details the critical rules, regulations, and specific conditions that applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to throughout the application process and project implementation, ensuring compliance and effective management of the program's objectives.
Application Procedure
This section outlines the process for applying to the Euroclusters program, from submission to the selection of successful proposals, providing clarity on the procedural aspects and how funding decisions are made.
Legal Basis
This section clarifies the legal and official framework that underpins the Euroclusters for Europe's recovery program, identifying the foundational documents and key regulations that govern its operation and funding mechanisms.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
60,000 € per third party (SME)
Allocated Budget:
Total: 42,000,000 € (2021: 14,000,000 €; 2022: 9,000,000 €; 2023: 16,000,000 €; 2024: 3,000,000 €)
Deadline:
07.12.2021
Open Until:
31.12.2027
Award Channel:
Competitive Tender
Region:
European Union Member States, as well as third countries associated with the SME Pillar of the Single Market Programme (SMP) or those in ongoing negotiations for an SMP Association Agreement, including Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, Kosovo, Serbia, North Macedonia, Montenegro, Turkey, and Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Sectors:
Transportation and Logistics, Energy Production and Supply, Renewable Energy, Information and Communication Technology, Healthcare, Medical Technology, Tourism, Creative Industries, Other
Beneficiaries:
SMEs, Cluster organisations
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Applied Research, Experimental Development, Prototyping, Pilot Testing, Product Development, Process Optimization, Market Introduction, Scaling, Commercialization
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Managed By:
European Innovation Council and SMEs Executive Agency (EISMEA)
Additional Partners:
No additional partners explicitly stated as co-sponsors or implementing partners beyond the European Commission/EISMEA.
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