Understanding the impacts of and the opportunities offered by digital transformation, new emerging technologies and social innovation on biodiversity
This program, part of Horizon Europe's Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services call, aims to understand and harness the impacts of digital transformation, new emerging technologies, and social innovation on biodiversity. It seeks to develop knowledge and tools to drive biodiversity-relevant transformative change in society, supporting the EU biodiversity strategy and contributing to global environmental goals.
Who is Funded for Biodiversity and Digital Innovation
This section outlines the types of entities eligible for funding under the program, focusing on those involved in research and innovation across Europe and internationally, particularly in African, Latin American, Caribbean, and Mediterranean regions. The primary objective is to foster transformative change for biodiversity protection and sustainable use, integrating digital and social innovation.
What is Funded for Biodiversity and Digital Transformation
This program supports research and innovation actions that investigate the intricate relationship between digital transformation, emerging technologies, social innovation, and biodiversity. It focuses on generating new knowledge, assessing impacts, and developing practical tools and pathways to promote biodiversity benefits and address the indirect drivers of biodiversity loss.
Type and Scope of Funding for Biodiversity Initiatives
This funding program provides grants through a competitive framework call under Horizon Europe. The specific topic, HORIZON-CL6-2021-BIODIV-01-18, had an allocated budget of 5.00 million Euros, with individual project grants ranging from 2 to 3 million Euros.
Conditions and Requirements for Biodiversity and Digital Projects
Applicants must adhere to general conditions outlined in the Horizon Europe Work Programme General Annexes, covering admissibility, eligibility of countries, financial and operational capacity, and exclusion criteria. Proposals are expected to engage in international cooperation and contribute to joint deliverables with other relevant projects.
Application Procedure for Biodiversity Funding
The application process for this program involved a single-stage submission, with proposals accepted until October 2021. The evaluation criteria and selection processes were clearly defined in the comprehensive Work Programme General Annexes, and applicants were informed of their results in March 2022.
Legal Basis of the Biodiversity and Digital Innovation Program
The program operates under the comprehensive legal framework of Horizon Europe, a multi-annual EU research and innovation program. Key regulations include the Horizon Europe Framework Programme and Rules for Participation Regulation, and the Specific Programme Decision.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
3,000,000 €
Allocated Budget:
5,000,000 €
Deadline:
06.10.2021
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
European Union, Africa, Brazil, Latin America, Mediterranean region
Sectors:
Agriculture and Agribusiness, Food Processing, Construction and Building Materials, Energy Production and Supply, Renewable Energy, Transportation and Logistics, Information and Communication Technology, Green Technology, Healthcare, Research and Development, Environmental and Climate Protection, Social Enterprises
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Basic Research, Applied Research, Experimental Development, Prototyping, Pilot Testing, Product Development, Market Introduction, Commercialization, Planning, Policy Development, Implementation, Capacity Building, Awareness Campaigns
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Managed By:
Unknown
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