ICT Innovation for Manufacturing Sustainability in SMEs (I4MS2) (Made in Europe Partnership) (IA)
The 'ICT Innovation for Manufacturing Sustainability in SMEs (I4MS2) (Made in Europe Partnership)' program, part of Horizon Europe, aims to accelerate the twin green and digital transitions in European manufacturing and construction sectors. It specifically supports SMEs and mid-caps in adopting innovative digital technologies for sustainable and resilient production, contributing to global leadership in climate-neutral industrial value chains.
Who is Funded
This section describes the types of entities and geographical areas eligible for funding under the ICT Innovation for Manufacturing Sustainability in SMEs (I4MS2) program, emphasizing its broad European scope and focus on empowering manufacturing businesses. The program aims to foster sustainability and resilience through digital innovation, ensuring safer and more attractive jobs within the sector.
What is Funded
This section details the types of projects and technological areas supported by the I4MS2 program, along with guidelines on eligible costs and the developmental stages of funded innovations. The program prioritizes digital innovation that leads to greener, more efficient, and human-centric manufacturing.
Type and Scope of Funding
This section outlines the financial mechanisms, funding amounts, and project duration for the I4MS2 program. It highlights that funding is primarily provided through grants, with specific rates for different types of organizations and provisions for supporting smaller enterprises.
Conditions and Requirements
This section details the critical conditions and provisions that applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to throughout the application process and project implementation, ensuring compliance with EU policies and maximizing impact.
Application Procedure
This section outlines the process for submitting applications and the subsequent evaluation and selection mechanisms for the I4MS2 funding program, highlighting key steps and criteria.
Legal Basis
This section identifies the foundational legal documents and regulations that govern the I4MS2 funding program, ensuring transparency and compliance with broader European Union frameworks.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
The funding rate is up to 60% of eligible costs for most beneficiaries, and up to 100% for non-profit legal entities. Individual financial support to third parties (SMEs and mid-caps) is capped at 60.000 €.
Allocated Budget:
This specific topic has a budget of 30.000.000 €. The overall call, HORIZON-CL4-2022-TWIN-TRANSITION-01, had an indicative budget of 402.600.000 € for 2021 and 321.500.000 € for 2022.
Deadline:
30.03.2022
Open Until:
31.12.2027
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
European Union Member States and Associated Countries. Specific participating countries mentioned include Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Germany, Italy, Luxembourg, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom, and others like Turkey and Tunisia.
Sectors:
Agriculture and Agribusiness, Food Processing, Textile and Apparel Industry, Construction and Building Materials, Energy Production and Supply, Renewable Energy, Information and Communication Technology, Software Development, Green Technology, Research and Development, Service Sector, Other
Beneficiaries:
Manufacturing, construction, and energy-intensive industries, especially SMEs and mid-caps.
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Experimental Development, Pilot Testing, Product Development, Process Optimization, Commercialization
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Additional Partners:
Made in Europe Partnership, European Digital Innovation Hubs, EIT Manufacturing, Digital Europe Programme (DEP), Clean Steel, Processes4Planet, EIT Digital KICs, thematic smart specialisation platform on industrial modernisation, InvestEU Fund, European Social Fund Plus (ESF+).
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