Euroclusters for Europe's recovery
The Euroclusters for Europe's recovery initiative (SMP-COSME-2021-CLUSTER-01) is a competitive grant program designed to strengthen the resilience and accelerate the green and digital transformation of European industrial ecosystems. It empowers small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) by fostering collaboration among cluster organisations to develop innovative solutions and enhance international market access. This program stands out by mandating substantial direct financial support to SMEs, aiming for a significant impact on Europe's economic recovery.
Who is Funded
The Euroclusters program targets a diverse range of entities, primarily focusing on collaborative consortia of cluster organisations and related entities across EU Member States and select associated countries. The ultimate beneficiaries are Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) within various industrial ecosystems. The program’s overarching objective is to bolster the resilience and drive the green and digital transformation of European industries.
What is Funded
The Euroclusters program supports a wide array of projects centered on enhancing European industrial ecosystems through strategic activities and targeted financial support. Projects must align with specific thematic areas, address critical challenges, and facilitate the adoption of innovative solutions by SMEs, covering costs related to both consortium activities and direct aid to third parties.
Type and Scope of Funding
The Euroclusters program provides financial support primarily in the form of grants, with a significant portion dedicated to directly supporting SMEs. The funding structure includes specific amounts for beneficiaries and SMEs, and projects generally have a defined duration to achieve their objectives.
Conditions and Requirements
Applicants and beneficiaries of the Euroclusters program must adhere to specific rules and conditions covering application submission, consortium formation, budget management, and compliance with broader EU policies. These provisions ensure fair procedures, effective project implementation, and alignment with the program’s strategic goals.
Application Procedure
The application process for Euroclusters involves a structured submission, followed by a competitive evaluation. Support is available for technical issues and general inquiries, ensuring clarity throughout the process.
Legal Basis
The Euroclusters program is firmly rooted in a defined legal framework, ensuring its legitimacy and guiding its operational aspects. Key documents establish its mandate and govern its implementation, with official texts made accessible to stakeholders.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
60,000 €
Allocated Budget:
42,000,000 €
Award Channel:
Competitive Tender
Region:
European Union (EU Member States), and potentially third countries associated with the Single Market Programme (SMP) or those in ongoing association negotiations (e.g., Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, Kosovo, Serbia, North Macedonia, Montenegro, Turkey, Bosnia and Herzegovina). Specific attention is given to EU-13 countries and less advanced regions within the EU.
Sectors:
Agriculture and Agribusiness, Construction and Building Materials, Energy Production and Supply, Renewable Energy, Transportation and Logistics, Information and Communication Technology, Healthcare, Service Sector, Tourism, Creative Industries, Other
Beneficiaries:
SMEs
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Product Development, Process Optimization, Market Introduction, Scaling, Commercialization, Capacity Building
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Managed By:
European Innovation Council and SMEs Executive Agency (EISMEA)
Additional Partners:
Associated partners (participating without direct grant money) can be mentioned in the Technical Description (Part B) of the application. Collaborations with entities outside the consortium are possible, but such entities will not sign the Grant Agreement or share the budget.
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