'Innovate to transform' support for SME's sustainability transition (CSA)
The 'Innovate to transform' support for SME's sustainability transition is a Coordination and Support Action (CSA) under Horizon Europe, aiming to enhance the resilience and competitive sustainability of Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs). This program uniquely combines advisory services with direct financial support to help SMEs adopt advanced technologies and transition to more sustainable and circular business models, strengthening innovation ecosystems across the EU.
Who is Funded
This section details the eligibility criteria for the 'Innovate to transform' program, outlining the types of entities and geographical areas supported, and clarifying the overarching objectives that guide funding decisions. The program specifically targets Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) and the broader innovation ecosystem that supports their green and digital transitions across the European Union and Associated Countries.
What is Funded
This section provides a comprehensive overview of the types of projects, thematic areas, and activities eligible for funding under the 'Innovate to transform' program. It specifies the industries and technological domains supported, outlines eligible costs for various project phases, and defines the maturity levels of projects targeted for support. The program emphasizes innovative solutions that enhance competitive sustainability and resilience, particularly within strategic industrial value chains.
Type and Scope of Funding
This section outlines the financial mechanisms and parameters of the 'Innovate to transform' funding program. It details the nature of financial support provided, including the maximum funding available per third party, and clarifies how this support integrates within broader European funding initiatives.
Conditions and Requirements
This section specifies the key conditions and requirements that applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to throughout the project lifecycle. It covers application stipulations, consortium formation rules, and other critical provisions, including the 'do no significant harm' principle and the need for robust business and exploitation strategies.
Application Procedure
This section guides potential applicants through the process of submitting proposals for the 'Innovate to transform' program. It outlines the submission flow, details the evaluation and selection mechanisms, and provides information on how applicants are informed of award decisions.
Legal Basis
This section identifies the foundational legal and policy documents that establish and govern the 'Innovate to transform' funding program. It highlights the primary authorization and key regulations that ensure the program's legitimacy and operational framework, also indicating where official texts can be accessed.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
50,000 €
Allocated Budget:
10,000,000 €
Deadline:
30.03.2022
Open Until:
Ongoing
Award Channel:
Competitive Tender
Region:
European Union, Associated Countries
Sectors:
Information and Communication Technology, Research and Development, Environmental and Climate Protection, Water and Waste Management, Renewable Energy, Social Enterprises, Service Sector, Construction and Building Materials, Transportation and Logistics, Energy Production and Supply, Textile and Apparel Industry, Other
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Feasibility Study, Prototyping, Pilot Testing, Product Development, Process Optimization, Market Introduction, Scaling, Commercialization, Applied Research, Experimental Development, Capacity Building
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Additional Partners:
Enterprise Europe Network, European industry clusters (registered under the European Cluster Collaboration Platform), Centres for Advanced Technologies for Industry, Open Innovation Test beds, European Digital Innovation Hubs, Start-up Europe, academia, social partners, other social innovation actors.
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