Copernicus evolution for cross-services thematic domains

Last updated: 18.7.2025
Grant

The Copernicus evolution for cross-services thematic domains program, under Horizon Europe, aimed to significantly enhance the quality and efficiency of existing Copernicus services. This initiative sought to address emerging EU policy needs and user requirements, advance technological developments, and contribute to the European Union's strategic autonomy in space by fostering research and innovation in global space-based infrastructures, services, applications, and data. Projects were expected to deliver tangible improvements in data integration and exploitation across various Copernicus core services.

Who is Funded: Eligible Entities and Objectives

This section provides comprehensive details on the eligibility criteria for funding, including who can apply, the geographical scope of the program, and its overarching objectives to enhance and evolve Copernicus services.

What is Funded: Project Types and Thematic Areas

This section outlines the types of projects and thematic areas eligible for funding under the Copernicus evolution program, detailing the supported sectors, project maturity stages, and general information regarding eligible costs.

Type and Scope of Funding

This section details the financial aspects of the Copernicus evolution funding, including the type of financial instrument, expected funding amounts per project, and the program's overall budget allocation.

Conditions and Requirements

This section outlines the general and specific conditions and requirements for applicants and projects within the Copernicus evolution program, covering application stipulations, collaboration rules, and other critical provisions.

Application Procedure

This section guides applicants through the procedural aspects of applying for the Copernicus evolution program, from the submission flow to the evaluation and award processes.

This section outlines the foundational legal and official documents that establish and govern the Copernicus evolution funding program, ensuring its legitimacy and guiding its operational framework.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

3,000,000 €

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

Total for topic (2021): 5,600,000 €; Expected EU contribution per project: 3,000,000 €

Deadline

Deadline:

16.02.2022

Open Until

Open Until:

31.12.2027

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

European Union, Norway, Iceland, United Kingdom

Sectors

Sectors:

Information and Communication Technology, Research and Development, Environmental and Climate Protection, Agriculture and Agribusiness, Water and Waste Management, Other

Beneficiaries

Beneficiaries:

Public authorities, operators of protected areas, administration in charge of planning and services in charge of law enforcement, fisheries authorities, maritime authorities, land managers, foresters, park managers, environmental agencies, administration of cultural sites, universities, businesses.

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Experimental Development, Prototyping, Pilot Testing, Implementation

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

Managed By:

European Health and Digital Executive Agency (HaDEA)

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