Demonstration of measures and management for coastal and marine ecosystems restoration and resilience in simplified socio-ecological systems.

Last updated: 17.7.2025
Grant

This Horizon Europe Innovation Action aims to demonstrate effective measures for restoring and enhancing the resilience of coastal and marine ecosystems. It addresses the urgent need to halt biodiversity loss and support the Green Deal by testing holistic, ecosystem-based management approaches in simplified socio-ecological systems. The program specifically emphasizes multi-actor collaboration and the integration of social innovation.

Who is Funded

This program targets a wide range of organizations and individuals across Europe, focusing on coastal and marine regions. Its primary objective is to advance knowledge and implement practical solutions for ecosystem restoration and biodiversity conservation.

What is Funded

This program funds innovative actions focused on restoring and managing marine and coastal ecosystems. It supports practical interventions and holistic management approaches to address biodiversity decline and climate change impacts, particularly in simplified socio-ecological systems.

Type and Scope of Funding

The funding is provided as grants under the Horizon Europe Framework Programme. A significant budget is allocated per topic, with specific maximum amounts set for individual projects within this call.

Conditions and Requirements

Applicants must adhere to specific conditions related to application format, collaboration, and the use of particular technologies and scientific disciplines. Proposals must adopt a multi-actor approach and integrate social sciences and humanities.

Application Procedure

The application process for this program involved a single-stage submission. Evaluation of proposals was based on predefined criteria, with results communicated to applicants following the deadline.

This funding program operates under the comprehensive legal framework of Horizon Europe, ensuring compliance with EU regulations and financial transparency.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

10,000,000 €

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

10,000,000 €

Deadline

Deadline:

06.10.2021

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

European Union (encompassing EU Member States and Associated Countries), specifically targeting coastal and marine areas, including EU Outermost Regions (e.g., Azores, Madeira, Canary Islands, Capo Verde (Macaronesia), La Réunion, Maurice and related islands (Mascarene Islands), Guadeloupe, Saint Martin and Martinique (Lesser Antilles), Mayotte (Comoros archipelago), French Guiana), Mediterranean islands (e.g., Tuscan Archipelago), and sub-polar Arctic regions like Greenland-Iceland-Faeroe region. International cooperation is strongly encouraged.

Sectors

Sectors:

Environmental and Climate Protection, Research and Development, Water and Waste Management, Tourism

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Pilot Testing, Prototyping, Implementation, Commercialization

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

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