Mediterranean sea basin lighthouse - Actions to prevent, minimise and remediate chemical pollution

Last updated: 21.7.2025
Grant

This program, part of the Horizon Europe Mission "Restore our Ocean, seas and waters by 2030," supports innovative actions to combat chemical pollution in the Mediterranean Sea basin. It aims to develop and scale breakthrough solutions for pollution prevention, minimization, and remediation, fostering a healthier marine and freshwater environment.

Who is Funded

This section summarizes the target beneficiaries of the "Mediterranean Sea Basin Lighthouse" program. This initiative primarily supports consortia focused on environmental and research endeavors within the Mediterranean region. It aims to engage a broad range of stakeholders, from academic and research institutions to civil society and local authorities, fostering collaborative efforts towards a pollution-free marine and freshwater environment.

What is Funded

This section details the types of projects and activities eligible for funding under the "Mediterranean Sea Basin Lighthouse" program, emphasizing innovation, environmental protection, and scalable solutions for chemical pollution. It focuses on the developmental stages of projects and general cost considerations.

Type and Scope of Funding

This program provides financial support primarily through grants under the Horizon Europe framework, with a specific component for Financial Support to Third Parties (FSTP). This section outlines the nature of the financial instruments and relevant budgetary details.

Conditions and Requirements

This section outlines the essential criteria and specific stipulations that applicants and project consortia must adhere to for eligibility and successful implementation within the "Mediterranean Sea Basin Lighthouse" program.

Application Procedure

This section details the structured steps involved in applying for the "Mediterranean Sea Basin Lighthouse" funding, from submission processes to evaluation and notification of decisions.

This section identifies the fundamental legal and policy documents that establish and govern the "Mediterranean Sea Basin Lighthouse" funding program, providing its authoritative framework.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

100,000 €

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

Total budget of 17,000,000 € for HORIZON Innovation Actions in 2022. Maximum of 100,000 € per 'associated region' for Financial Support to Third Parties.

Open Until

Open Until:

31.12.2030

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Competitive Tender

Region

Region:

Mediterranean Sea basin, including its major river catchment areas. Demonstration activities must be carried out in at least three different Member States and/or Associated Countries of the Mediterranean Sea basin. Associated regions receiving Financial Support to Third Parties must be located in Member States/Associated Countries other than those part of the project consortium.

Sectors

Sectors:

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

Beneficiaries

Beneficiaries:

Marine ecosystems, freshwater ecosystems, citizens, civil society, young innovators, start-ups, industry, SMEs, businesses, local and regional authorities.

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Experimental Development, Pilot Testing, Scaling, Commercialization

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

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