Real time monitoring of regulated and non-regulated emissions from all types of vessels and other port activities in order to enforce emission limits in waterfront cities

The program primarily targets a diverse range of entities capable of advancing environmental monitoring and enforcement within maritime and port contexts. This includes public authorities and organizations involved in transport and environmental protection across the EU, focusing on specific port areas and cities committed to climate neutrality.

This funding program supports innovation actions focused on developing and demonstrating advanced emission monitoring technologies within maritime and port environments. It targets projects that are ready for real-world application and measurement, covering a broad spectrum of pollutants from various sources within port areas. The main focus is on tangible solutions that can be implemented and validated in operational settings.

The program provides significant grant funding to support comprehensive projects. A substantial budget is allocated per project, reflecting the scale and innovative nature of the required activities. The financial support aims to enable the development and real-world demonstration of advanced emission monitoring technologies.

Applicants must adhere to strict administrative, technical, and collaborative conditions to be eligible for and successfully manage funding. Key requirements include page limits for proposals, mandatory collaboration within a consortium, and compliance with the program's legal and financial frameworks, including specific data and operational provisions.

The application process for this program follows a single-stage submission procedure via a dedicated online system. Evaluation criteria and grant agreement details are standardised and referenced through official program documents. Applicants can access various support resources throughout the process.

This funding program is established and governed by the comprehensive legal framework of Horizon Europe, the European Union's primary research and innovation funding program. It operates under specific regulations and financial rules set forth by the EU, ensuring transparency and proper management of funds.