Mediterranean sea basin lighthouse - actions to prevent, minimise and remediate litter and plastic pollution
This Horizon Europe Innovation Action focuses on the Mediterranean Sea basin, aiming to significantly reduce plastic and litter pollution. The program supports the development and demonstration of scalable breakthrough innovations—spanning technological, business, social, and governance aspects—to restore the health of marine and freshwater ecosystems. It is a key initiative under the broader EU Mission 'Restore our Ocean, seas and waters by 2030'.
Who is Funded: Eligible Applicants and Program Objectives
This section outlines the eligibility criteria for applicants, the geographical scope of the program, and its overarching objectives to combat pollution in the Mediterranean Sea.
What is Funded: Project Types and Supported Activities
This section details the types of projects, thematic areas, and activities eligible for funding, focusing on innovative solutions to address marine and freshwater pollution in the Mediterranean. It also specifies the typical development stage of supported projects and financial details related to costs.
Type and Scope of Funding
This section outlines the financial details of the program, including the type of funding provided, the funding amounts available, and any specified project durations or timelines.
Conditions and Requirements
This section details the critical conditions and requirements for applicants and beneficiaries, covering application terms, consortium rules, budgetary stipulations, and other important provisions to ensure compliance and maximize impact.
Application Procedure
This section guides potential applicants through the process of applying for this funding program, detailing the submission steps, evaluation methodology, and how decisions are communicated.
Legal Basis
This section identifies the foundational legal documents and overarching regulations that establish and govern the 'Mediterranean sea basin lighthouse' funding program.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
100,000 €
Allocated Budget:
16,000,000 €
Open Until:
Ongoing
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
Mediterranean Sea basin, including its major river catchment areas and taking into consideration land-sea interactions. Demonstration activities must occur in at least three different countries within this basin. Associated regions for financial support must be located in Member States/Associated Countries other than those part of the main project consortium.
Sectors:
Environmental and Climate Protection, Water and Waste Management, Research and Development, Information and Communication Technology, Service Sector
Beneficiaries:
Marine environment, freshwater ecosystems, coastal areas, fishing industry, tourism sector, citizens, local and regional authorities.
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Prototyping, Pilot Testing, Product Development, Process Optimization
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Additional Partners:
Joint Research Centre (JRC), Sustainable Blue Economy Partnership, WestMed, EUSAIR, BlueMed Pilot Action on Healthy Plastic Free Mediterranean Sea, PRIMA Partnership
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