Citizen science for soil health
The 'Citizen science for soil health' program, part of the Horizon Europe Mission 'A Soil Deal for Europe', aims to significantly increase public awareness of soil's value and empower citizens to actively contribute to soil knowledge. It promotes gathering local scale data on soil biodiversity and health, complementing existing databases, and integrating this information into the EU Soil Observatory (EUSO) to support critical landscape decisions and policy development. This initiative highlights the crucial role of citizen engagement in achieving sustainable soil management and a healthy environment across Europe.
Who is Funded
This section details the diverse range of entities and individuals eligible for funding under the 'Citizen science for soil health' program, outlining its broad geographical reach across European Member States and Associated Countries. It also specifies the primary objectives, emphasizing increased public awareness, active citizen participation in soil monitoring, and enhanced data availability to inform policy decisions.
What is Funded
This section outlines the specific types of projects and thematic areas eligible for funding, focusing on initiatives that advance soil health through citizen science. It covers the developmental stages of supported projects and clarifies that while specific cost details are not provided, projects should align with research and innovation activities.
Type and Scope of Funding
This section clarifies the financial nature of the 'Citizen science for soil health' program, specifying the type of financial instrument, the maximum funding available per project, and general financial conditions.
Conditions and Requirements
This section outlines the key conditions and requirements that applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to, encompassing rules for application, consortium composition, and broader ethical and operational provisions to ensure compliance and effective project implementation.
Application Procedure
This section outlines the procedural steps for applying to the 'Citizen science for soil health' program, detailing the submission process, the evaluation criteria used for selection, and how successful applicants are chosen.
Legal Basis
This section details the fundamental legal and official documents that provide the authority and framework for the 'Citizen science for soil health' funding program, ensuring its operation within established European Union regulations and policies.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
6,000,000 €
Allocated Budget:
6,000,000 €
Deadline:
27.09.2022
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
EU Member States and Associated Countries
Sectors:
Agriculture and Agribusiness, Food Processing, Environmental and Climate Protection, Research and Development, Service Sector
Beneficiaries:
Agriculture, forestry & fishing, Food production, Public Sector Entities, Non-Profit Organizations, Businesses, Individuals and Entrepreneurs
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Applied Research, Experimental Development
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Managed By:
Joint Research Centre (JRC)
Additional Partners:
Joint Research Centre (JRC) - host of EUSO
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