The European Commission has launched a €1 billion call for research and innovation projects that respond to the climate crisis and help protect Europe’s unique ecosystems and biodiversity.
The deadline for submissions is 26 January 2021, with selected projects expected to start in autumn 2021.
The projects funded under this call are expected to deliver results in ten areas:
| Eight thematic areas | Two horizontal areas |
| Increasing climate ambition Clean, affordable and secure energy Industry for a clean and circular economy Energy and resource efficient buildings Sustainable and smart mobility Farm to fork Biodiversity and ecosystems Zero-pollution, toxic-free environments | Strengthening knowledge Empowering citizens |
The total budget is divided into 21 call topics. Among others, the call topics below would be of interest to forest-based stakeholders.
| LC-GD-1-1-2020 | Preventing and fighting extreme wildfires with the integration and demonstration of innovative means |
| LC-GD-4-1-2020 | Building and renovating in an energy and resource efficient way |
To some extent regarding biodiversity and the circular economy, the call topics below would be relevant.
| LC-GD-7-1-2020 | Restoring biodiversity and ecosystem services |
| LC-GD-3-2-2020 | Demonstration of systemic solutions for the territorial deployment of the circular economy |
Please check all the call topics and apply here.
A Horizon 2020 Green Deal Call Info Day and Brokerage event will take place on 23 and 24 September as part of the virtual European Research and Innovation Days.
Source: European Commission
