Zero-pollution cities
The "Zero-pollution cities" program is a Horizon Europe Research and Innovation Action aiming to accelerate European cities' transition to climate neutrality by 2030, with a significant focus on reducing various types of pollution. It supports the development and scaling up of innovative R&I activities and solutions, fostering synergies with other EU Missions and partnerships to create healthier and more sustainable urban environments.
Who is Funded
This program targets European cities and their inhabitants, particularly vulnerable groups, along with local and regional authorities, businesses, and research institutions. The overall goal is to accelerate the transition to climate neutrality while significantly reducing various forms of urban pollution.
What is Funded
This program funds research and innovation actions focused on developing and implementing innovative solutions to combat urban pollution across various sectors. Projects should aim to enhance environmental quality and human health in cities.
Type and Scope of Funding
This program provides grant funding for research and innovation actions focused on achieving zero-pollution cities. Projects can receive up to 5 million Euros, contributing to a total allocated budget of 20 million Euros for this specific topic.
Conditions and Requirements
Applicants must adhere to general Horizon Europe conditions regarding proposal admissibility, eligibility, financial capacity, and evaluation. Collaboration with the Cities Mission Platform is a crucial requirement for successful projects.
Application Procedure
The application process for this call is a single-stage submission, with proposals undergoing evaluation based on established award criteria.
Legal Basis
This funding program operates under the broader framework of Horizon Europe and is guided by specific regulations and work programmes defining its legal and operational mandate.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
5,000,000 €
Allocated Budget:
Total Budget: 20,000,000 €
Deadline:
11.02.2025
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
European Union, Associated Countries to Horizon Europe
Sectors:
Environmental and Climate Protection, Energy Production and Supply, Renewable Energy, Water and Waste Management, Transportation and Logistics, Information and Communication Technology, Healthcare, Research and Development, Construction and Building Materials, Other
Beneficiaries:
European cities, citizens, local and regional authorities, businesses, and research institutions developing urban solutions.
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Applied Research, Experimental Development, Prototyping
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Managed By:
Mission Platform
Additional Partners:
Horizon Europe Partnerships (2Zero, CCAM, Built4People, DUT), Adaptation to Climate Change Mission, Cancer Mission, European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT), EIT Climate-KIC, EIT InnoEnergy, EIT Urban Mobility, national networks in Member States and Associated Countries, health experts.
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