Co-processing of mixed bio-based waste streams

Last updated: 16.7.2025
Grant

The 'Co-processing of mixed bio-based waste streams' (HORIZON-JU-CBE-2022-IA-04) program aims to significantly increase the processing and valorisation of diverse bio-based waste streams, including municipal biowaste and industrial residues. This initiative supports the development and market uptake of innovative, sustainable technologies to convert these heterogeneous mixtures into high-value bio-based products, thereby contributing to the European circular bioeconomy and achieving ambitious recycling targets.

Who is Funded

This program targets key actors across bio-based systems, including researchers, public entities, and industries, with a focus on valorising diverse bio-waste streams within the European Union and associated countries. Its primary objective is to enhance bio-waste processing and promote the circular bioeconomy.

What is Funded

This funding focuses on innovative projects that convert mixed bio-based waste streams into valuable products. Supported activities span various industrial and agricultural sectors, emphasizing advanced recycling and upcycling technologies at Technology Readiness Levels (TRL) 6-7.

Type and Scope of Funding

The program provides grant funding with an estimated EU contribution of 6 million EUR per project. Specific funding rates and other financial details are governed by the Horizon Europe General Annexes.

Conditions and Requirements

Applicants must adhere to general conditions outlined in the Horizon Europe Work Programme General Annexes concerning admissibility, eligibility, financial capacity, and award criteria. Specific rules for this call are found in the CBE JU Annual Work Programme 2022. A multi-actor approach is mandatory for proposals.

Application Procedure

The application process involves submitting proposals via the dedicated Submission System, adhering to guidelines and deadlines set out in the Horizon Europe General Annexes and the CBE JU Annual Work Programme 2022. Evaluation is based on defined award criteria.

This program operates under the comprehensive legal framework of Horizon Europe, established by specific EU regulations and decisions, and further guided by the CBE JU's annual work programme.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

6,000,000 €

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

Total budget for the HORIZON-JU-CBE-2022 call in 2022 was 120,000,000 €. Expected EU contribution per project is 6,000,000 €.

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

EU Member States and countries associated with Horizon Europe, with specific provisions for certain non-EU/non-Associated Countries.

Sectors

Sectors:

Agriculture and Agribusiness, Food Processing, Textile and Apparel Industry, Construction and Building Materials, Paper and Packaging Industry, Water and Waste Management, Research and Development

Beneficiaries

Beneficiaries:

Bio-based industries, municipal bio-waste management, agriculture, horticulture, forestry, fisheries, food and feed production/processing, textile, wood, pulp and paper sectors, construction and demolition.

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Pilot Testing, Product Development, Commercialization

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

Circular Bio-based Europe Joint Undertaking (CBE JU)

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