Minimisation of environmental, and optimisation of socio-economic impacts in the deployment, operation and decommissioning of offshore wind farms

Last updated: 17.7.2025
Grant

This Horizon Europe Research and Innovation Action aims to minimize the environmental and optimize the socio-economic impacts associated with the entire lifecycle of offshore wind farms, from deployment and operation to decommissioning. The program seeks to foster sustainable practices and innovative solutions, including advanced modelling tools and cost-effective technologies, through broad stakeholder engagement.

Who is Funded

This section outlines the types of entities and geographical areas eligible for funding, alongside the core objectives of the program. The initiative seeks to involve a diverse range of organizations in European and associated countries, focusing on collaborative research and innovation.

What is Funded

This section details the specific areas of research and innovation that are eligible for funding, focusing on project types, thematic areas, and the developmental stages of supported initiatives. The program aims to support solutions that enhance the sustainability and reduce the environmental footprint of offshore wind energy.

Type and Scope of Funding

This section outlines the financial characteristics of the funding, including the type of financial instrument used and the expected funding amounts per project.

Conditions and Requirements

This section details the essential rules and criteria that applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to throughout the application and project implementation phases. These conditions cover administrative, legal, and operational aspects to ensure compliance and effective program execution.

Application Procedure

This section provides an overview of the application and selection process for the funding program, from submission to notification of results.

This section identifies the key legal and official documents that underpin and govern the funding program, ensuring transparency and adherence to established European regulations.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

5,000,000 €

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

10,000,000 €

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

European Union and Associated Countries

Sectors

Sectors:

Renewable Energy, Energy Production and Supply, Environmental and Climate Protection, Research and Development, Service Sector, Other

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Applied Research, Experimental Development, Prototyping, Pilot Testing, Process Optimization

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

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