Lighthouse in the Baltic and the North Sea basins - Low impact marine aquaculture and multi-purpose use of marine space

Last updated: 21.7.2025
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This Horizon Europe program aims to revolutionize marine aquaculture and the use of marine space in the Baltic and North Sea basins. It specifically targets the development and demonstration of profitable, sustainable, and environmentally sound seafood farming practices. The initiative seeks to achieve carbon-neutrality and enhance circularity within the blue economy, contributing to a healthier ocean and waters by 2030.

Who is Funded by the Baltic & North Sea Aquaculture Program?

This section outlines the eligibility criteria for applicants, the specific geographical focus of the program, and its core objectives. It details who can apply, where project activities should take place, and the strategic goals the program aims to achieve for sustainable marine aquaculture and multi-purpose use of marine space.

What is Funded: Project Scope and Eligibility

This section details the types of projects, thematic areas, and activities eligible for funding, along with information on covered costs and the expected maturity level of supported innovations. The program emphasizes low-impact aquaculture, circularity, and integrated marine use.

Type and Scope of Funding

This section outlines the financial details of the funding program, including the type of financial instrument, the amounts available, and the expected duration of the supported projects. The primary funding mechanism is grants, with specific limits for financial support to third parties.

Conditions and Requirements for Applicants

This section details the essential rules, regulations, and specific requirements that applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to. It covers conditions for application, rules for consortium formation, and other important provisions ensuring compliance and effective project implementation.

Application Procedure

This section details the procedure for submitting proposals and how applications are evaluated. It provides information on where to find necessary documents and the general timeline for the selection process.

This section outlines the primary legal and official documents that establish and govern the Lighthouse in the Baltic and North Sea basins program, ensuring its mandate and operational framework are transparent and accessible.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

100,000 €

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

16,000,000 €

Deadline

Deadline:

12.04.2022

Open Until

Open Until:

2030

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

Baltic Sea, North Sea

Sectors

Sectors:

Agriculture and Agribusiness, Food Processing, Renewable Energy, Water and Waste Management, Information and Communication Technology, Research and Development, Service Sector, Environmental and Climate Protection

Beneficiaries

Beneficiaries:

Aquaculture, fisheries

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Prototyping, Pilot Testing, Market Introduction, Scaling, Commercialization

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

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