Prevent and eliminate litter, plastics and microplastics: Innovative solutions for waste-free European rivers
The 'Prevent and eliminate litter, plastics and microplastics: Innovative solutions for waste-free European rivers' program (HORIZON-MISS-2022-OCEAN-01-04), part of Horizon Europe, sought to foster breakthrough innovations. Its core purpose was to drastically reduce plastic and microplastic pollution in European rivers, aligning with the broader 'Restore our Ocean and Waters by 2030' Mission.
Who is Funded
This section details the eligibility criteria for applicants, the geographical focus of funded projects, and the overarching objectives that the program aimed to achieve in its efforts against river pollution.
What is Funded
This section outlines the specific types of projects, thematic areas, and activities eligible for funding, as well as the developmental stages of the supported innovations. Information on eligible and excluded costs is also provided.
Type and Scope of Funding
This section details the nature of the financial support available, including the types of instruments used, funding limits, and the expected duration for funded projects.
Conditions and Requirements
This section outlines the essential rules, regulations, and specific conditions that applicants and beneficiaries needed to adhere to throughout the application and project implementation phases. It covers various stipulations, from application terms to collaboration and budgetary guidelines.
Application Procedure
This section provides an overview of the application and selection process for the funding program, including key dates and how applications were evaluated.
Legal Basis
This section highlights the foundational legal and official documents that established and governed the funding program, ensuring its legitimacy and guiding its operational framework.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
100,000 € (per associated region for Financial Support to Third Parties)
Deadline:
27.09.2022
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
European rivers flowing into European seas and their catchment areas, including Member States and Associated Countries. Projects must involve 'associated regions' in different Member States/Associated Countries than the project consortium.
Sectors:
Environmental and Climate Protection, Water and Waste Management, Research and Development
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Applied Research, Experimental Development, Pilot Testing, Product Development, Process Optimization, Market Introduction, Scaling
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Additional Partners:
Associated regions
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