Bio-based drop-ins/smart drop-in platform chemicals, via cost-effective, sustainable and resource-efficient conversion of biomass

This program targets a broad range of entities within the sustainable circular bio-based system, including businesses, research organizations, and public sector bodies across Europe and associated countries, with the overarching goal of fostering the EU bioeconomy and reducing reliance on fossil-based chemicals.

This program funds innovative projects focused on the large-scale production of bio-based drop-in and smart drop-in platform chemicals from biomass. It supports both upstream and downstream process aspects, aiming for resource efficiency and minimal waste, and drives these solutions to market-ready stages.

This program offers significant grant funding for innovation actions, with a substantial maximum contribution per project to support large-scale biorefinery and chemical production initiatives, aiming for practical implementation and market integration.

Applicants must adhere to specific conditions for proposal submission and project execution, emphasizing collaborative approaches, compliance with sustainability frameworks, and alignment with existing research efforts to ensure impactful and responsible innovation.

The application process for this program involves submitting proposals through a dedicated online system, followed by a structured evaluation against predefined criteria, with comprehensive guidance available through official EU portals and support services.

This funding program operates under the comprehensive legal framework of Horizon Europe and is specifically governed by detailed annual work programmes and EU financial regulations, ensuring its legitimacy and transparent operation.