Development and testing of Extended Producer Responsibility schemes (EPR) within the priority Circular Economy Action Plan value chains
The HORIZON-CL6-2025-01-CIRCBIO-04 funding program supports the development and testing of innovative Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) schemes across the European Union and Associated Countries. This initiative is crucial for advancing circularity in key product value chains and contributing to the ambitious goals of the European Green Deal and Circular Economy Action Plan. It seeks to foster sustainable product design and waste management by making producers accountable for the entire lifecycle of their products.
Who is Funded
This section details the target groups, geographic scope, and overarching objectives of the HORIZON-CL6-2025-01-CIRCBIO-04 funding program. It outlines who is eligible to apply, where project activities can take place, and the strategic impact the program aims to achieve, emphasizing the transition towards a more circular economy.
What is Funded
This section outlines the types of projects, thematic areas, and activities eligible for funding, focusing on innovative solutions for circular economy and waste management. It also specifies the developmental stage of projects supported, ensuring alignment with the program's objectives.
Type and Scope of Funding
This section details the financial support provided by the HORIZON-CL6-2025-01-CIRCBIO-04 program, including the type of financial instrument and the maximum funding amount available per project. It clarifies the nature of the financial contribution to support the development and implementation of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) schemes.
Conditions and Requirements
This section outlines the essential conditions and requirements that applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to throughout the application process and project implementation for the HORIZON-CL6-2025-01-CIRCBIO-04 program. It covers administrative stipulations, collaboration mandates, and specific operational provisions.
Application Procedure
This section provides an overview of the application process for the HORIZON-CL6-2025-01-CIRCBIO-04 funding program, detailing the submission flow and the evaluation process that determines successful proposals.
Legal Basis
This section identifies the foundational legal instruments and key regulations that underpin the HORIZON-CL6-2025-01-CIRCBIO-04 funding program, establishing its mandate and governing its operations within the broader framework of European Union research and innovation initiatives.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Open
Maximum Amount:
5,000,000 €
Allocated Budget:
10,000,000 €
Deadline:
17.09.2025
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
EU Member States and Associated Countries
Sectors:
Construction and Building Materials, Information and Communication Technology, Consumer Goods Industry, Environmental and Climate Protection, Water and Waste Management, Research and Development, Other
Beneficiaries:
Economic operators (including SMEs), consumers, industry members, local authorities, waste management operators, producer responsible organisations (PROs), consumer organisations, researchers, Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs)
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Experimental Development, Prototyping, Pilot Testing, Product Development, Process Optimization, Market Introduction, Scaling, Commercialization
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
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