Preparatory actions for the Green Deal Data Space
The Preparatory actions for the Green Deal Data Space is a targeted call under the EU's Digital Europe Programme, aiming to establish a robust data governance scheme and a roadmap for a pan-European Green Deal data space. This initiative seeks to interconnect fragmented environmental data from public and private sectors to support the overarching European Green Deal strategies.
Who is Funded
The Preparatory actions for the Green Deal Data Space program targets a broad range of legal entities across EU Member States and associated countries. The primary objective is to develop a comprehensive European Green Deal Data Space, fostering sustainable data governance and interconnecting diverse environmental data ecosystems. This initiative aims to empower public and private stakeholders, including researchers and various communities, to access and utilize crucial environmental data for cross-sector services and to support the broader Green Deal strategies.
What is Funded
This program funds preparatory actions aimed at establishing the European Green Deal Data Space. The focus is on developing robust data governance mechanisms, defining technical frameworks, and identifying essential datasets to support environmental and climate objectives. Projects will contribute to a pan-European interoperable environment for data processing, ensuring data integrity and enabling new cross-sector data services. The supported activities are foundational, paving the way for the full deployment of a comprehensive Green Deal data ecosystem.
Type and Scope of Funding
The funding provided under this program is in the form of grants, specifically 'Coordination and Support Actions' with a 100% funding rate for this topic. The overall call has a substantial budget, with a dedicated allocation for the Green Deal Data Space preparatory actions. The project durations are typically short to mid-term, reflecting the preparatory nature of the work.
Conditions and Requirements
Applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to strict conditions concerning proposal submission, consortium formation, financial capacity, ethical considerations, and security protocols. Compliance with EU regulations and call-specific rules is paramount for successful participation and project implementation. This section outlines the essential stipulations governing the entire project lifecycle, from application to reporting and intellectual property management.
Application Procedure
The application process is a single-stage submission conducted entirely online through the EU's Funding & Tenders Portal. It involves preparing comprehensive documentation, including detailed forms and annexes, to be submitted by a strict deadline. The evaluation process is rigorous, involving expert assessment against predefined criteria, leading to a selection and grant agreement preparation for successful proposals.
Legal Basis
The Preparatory actions for the Green Deal Data Space program operates under the robust legal framework of the Digital Europe Programme. Its legitimacy is rooted in specific EU regulations and work programmes, ensuring alignment with broader European policy objectives and financial regulations. This foundation mandates transparency, ethical compliance, and effective management of funds.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
2,000,000 EUR
Allocated Budget:
Total budget: 140,000,000 EUR; Topic specific budget: 2,000,000 EUR
Deadline:
22.02.2022
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
EU Member States, associated countries
Sectors:
Information and Communication Technology, Environmental and Climate Protection, Research and Development, Energy Production and Supply, Water and Waste Management, Agriculture and Agribusiness, Transportation and Logistics
Beneficiaries:
Public sector entities, private companies (including SMEs), research organizations, environmental scientists, and various data ecosystems and communities involved in the Green Deal objectives.
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Planning, Implementation, Policy Development, Infrastructure, Capacity Building
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Additional Partners:
Data Spaces Support Centre, Horizon Europe (Cluster 4, Cluster 5, Cluster 6, relevant Missions), Galileo, Copernicus, GreenData4All initiative, Public sector Open data for AI, Open Data Platform, other sectoral data spaces, Destination Earth initiative, Coordination and Support Action on Digital Product Passport, Data Innovation Board, European Digital Innovation Hubs.
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