Preventing groundwater contamination and protecting its quality against harmful impacts of global and climate change

Last updated: 17.7.2025
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The HORIZON-CL6-2022-ZEROPOLLUTION-01-01 program is a crucial initiative under Horizon Europe, specifically designed to combat groundwater contamination and safeguard its quality from the escalating threats of global and climate change. This program distinguishes itself by fostering advanced research and innovation actions aimed at developing comprehensive solutions for a clean environment and zero pollution, particularly focusing on water and soil integrity. Its primary objective is to enhance understanding of pollution sources and pathways, enabling proactive prevention and effective mitigation strategies.

Who is Funded: Eligible Applicants, Geographic Scope, and Objectives

This section outlines the eligibility criteria for applicants, the geographical focus of the program, and its overarching objectives related to groundwater protection and pollution prevention. The program targets a broad range of entities across the European Union and Associated Countries, aiming to leverage diverse expertise to achieve its ambitious environmental goals.

What is Funded: Project Types and Thematic Areas

This section details the types of projects and thematic areas eligible for funding, focusing on research and innovation actions that contribute to groundwater protection and pollution prevention. It emphasizes the need for comprehensive solutions across various stages of development.

Type and Scope of Funding: Financial Instrument and Amounts

This section provides information on the financial nature of the support, including the type of financial instrument used and the typical funding amounts available per project under this topic.

Conditions and Requirements: Application, Collaboration, and Other Provisions

This section outlines the essential rules and requirements that applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to, covering various aspects from application stipulations to collaboration guidelines and other important provisions.

Application Procedure: Submission and Evaluation

This section details the formal aspects of the application process, including submission procedures, evaluation criteria, and how decisions are communicated to applicants.

This section identifies the foundational legal and official documents that govern the funding program, establishing its mandate and operational framework within the European Union's broader research and innovation landscape.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

4,000,000 €

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

12,000,000 €

Open Until

Open Until:

Ongoing

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

European Union, Associated Countries

Sectors

Sectors:

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

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Basic Research, Applied Research, Experimental Development

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

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