Overview
The BlueActionAA Community-Led Pilot Action Call (BAAC-01) is a funding initiative aimed at promoting community-led actions to restore and protect marine and freshwater ecosystems in the Atlantic and Arctic regions. With a total budget of €7 million, the call is part of the EU's broader Mission Ocean and Waters, which aligns with environmental and sustainability goals under the European Green Deal.
Eligible applicants must form consortia of at least two partners from distinct target groups, which include regional and local public authorities, NGOs, SMEs, cultural and educational organizations, and relevant research entities. The consortium coordinator must be based in an Atlantic or Arctic basin country such as France, Ireland, Spain, Portugal, Norway, Greenland, or Iceland. Maximum consortium size is 12 partners, and single entity applications are not allowed.
Each project can receive between €200,000 and €2,000,000, with a max funding cap of €500,000 per organization across all BlueActionAA calls. The grant is provided as a lump sum to the consortium coordinator only, simplifying financial management.
The application process is single-stage and conducted via the ESF SmartSimple online platform, requiring submission in English. Proposals must focus on specified objectives like biodiversity conservation, pollution reduction, and fostering a sustainable blue economy. The evaluation will follow a five-stage process: eligibility check, technical assessment by experts, a review panel discussion, geographic equity assessment, and result announcement.
Projects are expected to last from 6 to 24 months and demonstrably contribute to the mission's goals, emphasizing long-term sustainability and impact. The expected duration for submissions is from November 28, 2025, to May 29, 2026.
This opportunity effectively democratizes access to EU funding for smaller organizations and communities, facilitating innovative, locally-rooted solutions aimed at significant environmental transformations in vulnerable marine areas.
Eligible applicants must form consortia of at least two partners from distinct target groups, which include regional and local public authorities, NGOs, SMEs, cultural and educational organizations, and relevant research entities. The consortium coordinator must be based in an Atlantic or Arctic basin country such as France, Ireland, Spain, Portugal, Norway, Greenland, or Iceland. Maximum consortium size is 12 partners, and single entity applications are not allowed.
Each project can receive between €200,000 and €2,000,000, with a max funding cap of €500,000 per organization across all BlueActionAA calls. The grant is provided as a lump sum to the consortium coordinator only, simplifying financial management.
The application process is single-stage and conducted via the ESF SmartSimple online platform, requiring submission in English. Proposals must focus on specified objectives like biodiversity conservation, pollution reduction, and fostering a sustainable blue economy. The evaluation will follow a five-stage process: eligibility check, technical assessment by experts, a review panel discussion, geographic equity assessment, and result announcement.
Projects are expected to last from 6 to 24 months and demonstrably contribute to the mission's goals, emphasizing long-term sustainability and impact. The expected duration for submissions is from November 28, 2025, to May 29, 2026.
This opportunity effectively democratizes access to EU funding for smaller organizations and communities, facilitating innovative, locally-rooted solutions aimed at significant environmental transformations in vulnerable marine areas.
Detail
The BlueActionAA Community-Led Pilot Action Call (BAAC-01) is a funding opportunity focused on community-led actions, defined as regional and local communities engaged in collective collaboration for innovation and uptake, acting as agents of change and long-term impact. The call aims to mobilize and engage communities across the Atlantic and Arctic regions in ambitious efforts to restore and protect marine and freshwater ecosystems.
The opening date for submissions is November 28, 2025, and the deadline for submission is May 29, 2026, at 14:00 (Brussels time). The expected duration of participation is 6-24 months. The total funding available is 7,000,000 Euros. The project acronym is BlueActionAA, and the full name of the EU funded project is Empowering Community-Led Action in the Atlantic & Arctic. The grant agreement number is 101215504. The topic is HORIZON-MISS-2024-OCEAN-02-01 - Community-led actions to restore our ocean, seas and waters.
Submitted project proposals must demonstrably contribute to the following Mission Ocean and Waters specific objectives and targets:
1) Protect and restore marine and freshwater ecosystems and biodiversity, in line with the EU Biodiversity Strategy 2030:
a) Protect a minimum of 30% of the EU’s sea area and integrate ecological corridors, as part of a true Trans-European Nature Network.
b) Strictly protect at least 10% of the EU’s sea area.
c) Restore at least 25,000 km of free-flowing rivers.
d) Contribute to relevant upcoming marine nature restoration targets including degraded seabed habitats and coastal ecosystems.
2) Prevent and eliminate pollution of our ocean, seas and waters, in line with the EU Action Plan Towards Zero Pollution for Air, Water and Soil:
a) Contribute to relevant upcoming marine nature restoration targets including degraded seabed habitats and coastal ecosystems.
b) Reduce by at least 50% plastic litter at sea.
c) Reduce by at least 30% microplastics released into the environment.
d) Reduce by at least 50% nutrient losses, the use and risk of chemical pesticides.
3) Make the Advancing a sustainable blue economy that is carbon-neutral blue and circular economy, in line with the proposed European Climate Law and the comprehensive vision outlined in the Sustainable Blue Economy Strategy:
a) Eliminate greenhouse gas emissions from maritime economic activities in the EU and sequester those emissions that cannot be avoided (net zero maritime emissions).
b) Develop zero-carbon and low-impact aquaculture, and promote circular, low carbon multi-purpose use of marine and water space.
Applicants are expected to address and contribute to at least one of these objectives and targets.
The submission process is supported by the following documents:
Online Application Form: completed via the ESF platform and divided in two sections: (1) Preliminary information (2) Proposal Submission: Submission of a PDF describing the Excellence, Impact, and Implementation of the application
Guidelines for Applicants: all the information needed before applying, including annexes with the Sub-Grant Agreement, technical guidelines for the platform, and Detailed payment schedule for successful applicants
FAQ section: available on the project website.
The evaluation process will have 5 stages:
Eligibility check: A filtering to discard non-eligible proposals (Eligible Entities & Countries)
Technical Assessment: External evaluators experts in the field will review each proposal. Evaluators will score proposals based on 3 different evaluation criteria (Excellence, Impact and Implementation)
Technical Assessment - Review panel: The evaluators will meet in a panel meeting to discuss the different proposals and establish a ranked list. The evaluators will then produce a consensus report for each application, summarising the panel discussions. Narrative comments (not scores) from the consensus reports will be communicated to the applicants at the time of the announcement of the results
BlueActionAA Panel: The ranked results of the Technical Assessment Review panel will be reviewed to ensure geographical coverage of the proposals across the Atlantic & Arctic basins.
Announcement of the results: All applicants will be informed about the evaluation process: non-eligible, under threshold, approved but not selected, selected. Each applicant will receive via email the decision and the following steps (if applicable).
BAAC-01 aims to distribute a total of 7,000,000 Euros in the form of lump sum grants. The grant is awarded to the consortium coordinator only. The expected project budget is between 200,000 Euros and 2,000,000 Euros. The expected project duration is 6 to 24 months. It is expected that a minimum of 5 projects will be selected. The main focus of BAAC-01 is to ensure Long-Term Impact. The long-term sustainability and impact of the proposed projects will be the most important criterion in the evaluation procedure.
To be eligible for funding, the applicants (and co-applicants) must be legally established in one of the eligible countries:
The Member States (MS) of the European Union (EU)
The Overseas Countries and Territories (OCT) linked to the Member States
Horizon Europe associated countries at the time the BlueActionAA grant entered into force (01/09/2025)
The consortium coordinator must be based in an area within an eligible country in the Atlantic or Arctic basin, e.g. France, Ireland, Spain, Portugal, Norway, Faroe Islands, Greenland, Iceland.
Entities must correspond to the BAAAC-01 identified Target Groups:
Regional and local public authorities;
NGOs, foundations (public and private), professional associations, civil society and citizen associations. Such entities should be engaged in local development and nature conservation activities;
SMEs and Large Enterprises;
Cultural and Educational organisations;
Relevant EU Research Infrastructure, research organisations and academia
To be eligible for funding, a consortium needs to have at a minimum 2 partners from different Target Groups represented. It is not possible to apply as a single entity. The maximum per consortia is 12 partners. BlueActionAA consortium partners, their affiliated entities, and their employees, are not eligible and are therefore not allowed to submit a proposal to receive any financial support through the open call.
The maximum amount of funding that can be granted to a single organisation for all BlueActionAA calls combined cannot exceed 500,000 Euros. This rule applies to the consortium coordinator as well as to the co-applicants.
The language in which the application should be submitted is English.
For topic specific questions, contact info@blueactionaa.eu. For technical questions concerning the submission platform SmartSimple (operated by ESF) and/or the cascade call grant process, contact technical.support@blueactionaa.eu.
In summary, the BlueActionAA Community-Led Pilot Action Call (BAAC-01) provides funding for community-led projects in the Atlantic and Arctic regions that aim to restore and protect marine and freshwater ecosystems. The call is open to a variety of entities, including public authorities, NGOs, SMEs, and research organizations, provided they form a consortium of at least two partners from different target groups. Projects must contribute to specific objectives related to biodiversity, pollution reduction, and the development of a sustainable blue economy. The total funding available is 7,000,000 Euros, with individual project budgets ranging from 200,000 to 2,000,000 Euros. The application process involves submitting an online form and a PDF proposal, and the evaluation process includes eligibility checks, technical assessments, and a review panel to ensure geographical coverage. The call emphasizes long-term impact and sustainability as key evaluation criteria.
The opening date for submissions is November 28, 2025, and the deadline for submission is May 29, 2026, at 14:00 (Brussels time). The expected duration of participation is 6-24 months. The total funding available is 7,000,000 Euros. The project acronym is BlueActionAA, and the full name of the EU funded project is Empowering Community-Led Action in the Atlantic & Arctic. The grant agreement number is 101215504. The topic is HORIZON-MISS-2024-OCEAN-02-01 - Community-led actions to restore our ocean, seas and waters.
Submitted project proposals must demonstrably contribute to the following Mission Ocean and Waters specific objectives and targets:
1) Protect and restore marine and freshwater ecosystems and biodiversity, in line with the EU Biodiversity Strategy 2030:
a) Protect a minimum of 30% of the EU’s sea area and integrate ecological corridors, as part of a true Trans-European Nature Network.
b) Strictly protect at least 10% of the EU’s sea area.
c) Restore at least 25,000 km of free-flowing rivers.
d) Contribute to relevant upcoming marine nature restoration targets including degraded seabed habitats and coastal ecosystems.
2) Prevent and eliminate pollution of our ocean, seas and waters, in line with the EU Action Plan Towards Zero Pollution for Air, Water and Soil:
a) Contribute to relevant upcoming marine nature restoration targets including degraded seabed habitats and coastal ecosystems.
b) Reduce by at least 50% plastic litter at sea.
c) Reduce by at least 30% microplastics released into the environment.
d) Reduce by at least 50% nutrient losses, the use and risk of chemical pesticides.
3) Make the Advancing a sustainable blue economy that is carbon-neutral blue and circular economy, in line with the proposed European Climate Law and the comprehensive vision outlined in the Sustainable Blue Economy Strategy:
a) Eliminate greenhouse gas emissions from maritime economic activities in the EU and sequester those emissions that cannot be avoided (net zero maritime emissions).
b) Develop zero-carbon and low-impact aquaculture, and promote circular, low carbon multi-purpose use of marine and water space.
Applicants are expected to address and contribute to at least one of these objectives and targets.
The submission process is supported by the following documents:
Online Application Form: completed via the ESF platform and divided in two sections: (1) Preliminary information (2) Proposal Submission: Submission of a PDF describing the Excellence, Impact, and Implementation of the application
Guidelines for Applicants: all the information needed before applying, including annexes with the Sub-Grant Agreement, technical guidelines for the platform, and Detailed payment schedule for successful applicants
FAQ section: available on the project website.
The evaluation process will have 5 stages:
Eligibility check: A filtering to discard non-eligible proposals (Eligible Entities & Countries)
Technical Assessment: External evaluators experts in the field will review each proposal. Evaluators will score proposals based on 3 different evaluation criteria (Excellence, Impact and Implementation)
Technical Assessment - Review panel: The evaluators will meet in a panel meeting to discuss the different proposals and establish a ranked list. The evaluators will then produce a consensus report for each application, summarising the panel discussions. Narrative comments (not scores) from the consensus reports will be communicated to the applicants at the time of the announcement of the results
BlueActionAA Panel: The ranked results of the Technical Assessment Review panel will be reviewed to ensure geographical coverage of the proposals across the Atlantic & Arctic basins.
Announcement of the results: All applicants will be informed about the evaluation process: non-eligible, under threshold, approved but not selected, selected. Each applicant will receive via email the decision and the following steps (if applicable).
BAAC-01 aims to distribute a total of 7,000,000 Euros in the form of lump sum grants. The grant is awarded to the consortium coordinator only. The expected project budget is between 200,000 Euros and 2,000,000 Euros. The expected project duration is 6 to 24 months. It is expected that a minimum of 5 projects will be selected. The main focus of BAAC-01 is to ensure Long-Term Impact. The long-term sustainability and impact of the proposed projects will be the most important criterion in the evaluation procedure.
To be eligible for funding, the applicants (and co-applicants) must be legally established in one of the eligible countries:
The Member States (MS) of the European Union (EU)
The Overseas Countries and Territories (OCT) linked to the Member States
Horizon Europe associated countries at the time the BlueActionAA grant entered into force (01/09/2025)
The consortium coordinator must be based in an area within an eligible country in the Atlantic or Arctic basin, e.g. France, Ireland, Spain, Portugal, Norway, Faroe Islands, Greenland, Iceland.
Entities must correspond to the BAAAC-01 identified Target Groups:
Regional and local public authorities;
NGOs, foundations (public and private), professional associations, civil society and citizen associations. Such entities should be engaged in local development and nature conservation activities;
SMEs and Large Enterprises;
Cultural and Educational organisations;
Relevant EU Research Infrastructure, research organisations and academia
To be eligible for funding, a consortium needs to have at a minimum 2 partners from different Target Groups represented. It is not possible to apply as a single entity. The maximum per consortia is 12 partners. BlueActionAA consortium partners, their affiliated entities, and their employees, are not eligible and are therefore not allowed to submit a proposal to receive any financial support through the open call.
The maximum amount of funding that can be granted to a single organisation for all BlueActionAA calls combined cannot exceed 500,000 Euros. This rule applies to the consortium coordinator as well as to the co-applicants.
The language in which the application should be submitted is English.
For topic specific questions, contact info@blueactionaa.eu. For technical questions concerning the submission platform SmartSimple (operated by ESF) and/or the cascade call grant process, contact technical.support@blueactionaa.eu.
In summary, the BlueActionAA Community-Led Pilot Action Call (BAAC-01) provides funding for community-led projects in the Atlantic and Arctic regions that aim to restore and protect marine and freshwater ecosystems. The call is open to a variety of entities, including public authorities, NGOs, SMEs, and research organizations, provided they form a consortium of at least two partners from different target groups. Projects must contribute to specific objectives related to biodiversity, pollution reduction, and the development of a sustainable blue economy. The total funding available is 7,000,000 Euros, with individual project budgets ranging from 200,000 to 2,000,000 Euros. The application process involves submitting an online form and a PDF proposal, and the evaluation process includes eligibility checks, technical assessments, and a review panel to ensure geographical coverage. The call emphasizes long-term impact and sustainability as key evaluation criteria.
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Eligible Applicant Types: The eligible applicant types for this opportunity are quite broad and include: Regional and local public authorities; NGOs, foundations (both public and private), professional associations, civil society and citizen associations engaged in local development and nature conservation activities; SMEs and Large Enterprises; Cultural and Educational organizations; and Relevant EU Research Infrastructure, research organizations, and academia. A key requirement is that a consortium must have at least two partners from different target groups represented. Single entity applications are not allowed. BlueActionAA consortium partners, their affiliated entities, and their employees are not eligible to submit a proposal.
Funding Type: The funding type is a lump sum grant. A total of 7,000,000 Euros will be distributed in this form. The grant is awarded to the consortium coordinator only.
Consortium Requirement: A consortium is required. To be eligible for funding, a consortium needs to have at a minimum 2 partners from different Target Groups represented. It is not possible to apply as a single entity. The maximum number of partners per consortium is 12.
Beneficiary Scope (Geographic Eligibility): To be eligible for funding, applicants (and co-applicants) must be legally established in one of the eligible countries: The Member States (MS) of the European Union (EU); The Overseas Countries and Territories (OCT) linked to the Member States; Horizon Europe associated countries at the time the BlueActionAA grant entered into force (01/09/2025). The consortium coordinator must be based in an area within an eligible country in the Atlantic or Arctic basin. Examples of such regions include France, Ireland, Spain, Portugal, Norway, Faroe Islands, Greenland, and Iceland.
Target Sector: The target sector is focused on marine and freshwater ecosystem restoration and protection, aligning with the EU Biodiversity Strategy 2030, the EU Action Plan Towards Zero Pollution for Air, Water and Soil, and the Sustainable Blue Economy Strategy. This encompasses areas such as biodiversity, pollution reduction (including plastic litter and microplastics), sustainable blue economy, and climate action within maritime economic activities.
Mentioned Countries: France, Ireland, Spain, Portugal, Norway, Faroe Islands, Greenland, Iceland, European Union member states.
Project Stage: The call targets community-led actions, suggesting projects should be at the stage of implementation or demonstration, ready for uptake and long-term impact. The focus is on mobilizing and engaging communities in ambitious efforts, implying a move beyond the initial research phase towards practical application and restoration activities.
Funding Amount: The total funding available is 7,000,000 Euros. The expected project budget ranges from 200,000 Euros to 2,000,000 Euros. The maximum amount of funding that can be granted to a single organization for all BlueActionAA calls combined cannot exceed 500,000 Euros. This rule applies to the consortium coordinator as well as to the co-applicants. It is expected that a minimum of 5 projects will be selected.
Application Type: The application type is an open call, with a single-stage submission process. The online application form is completed via the ESF platform and divided into two sections: Preliminary information and Proposal Submission. The proposal submission requires a PDF describing the Excellence, Impact, and Implementation of the application.
Nature of Support: Beneficiaries will receive money in the form of lump sum grants.
Application Stages: The evaluation process consists of 5 stages: Eligibility check, Technical Assessment, Technical Assessment Review panel, BlueActionAA Panel, and Announcement of the results.
Success Rates: The success rate cannot be determined from the provided information. However, it is mentioned that a minimum of 5 projects will be selected from the pool of applicants.
Co-funding Requirement: The information provided does not explicitly state whether co-funding is required.
Summary:
The BlueActionAA Community-Led Pilot Action Call (BAAC-01) is a funding opportunity aimed at mobilizing and engaging communities across the Atlantic and Arctic regions in efforts to restore and protect marine and freshwater ecosystems. This initiative falls under the broader Mission Ocean and Waters, aligning with EU strategies for biodiversity, pollution reduction, and a sustainable blue economy. The call seeks community-led actions defined as regional and local communities engaged in collective collaboration for innovation and uptake, acting as agents of change and long-term impact.
Eligible applicants include a wide range of entities such as regional and local public authorities, NGOs, SMEs, research organizations, and educational institutions. However, applications must be submitted by a consortium of at least two partners from different eligible target groups, with a maximum of 12 partners. The consortium coordinator must be based in an eligible country within the Atlantic or Arctic basin.
The funding is provided as lump sum grants, with a total of 7,000,000 Euros available and individual project budgets ranging from 200,000 to 2,000,000 Euros. The application process involves a single-stage submission via the ESF platform, with proposals evaluated based on excellence, impact, and implementation. The evaluation process includes an eligibility check, technical assessment by external experts, review by a panel, and a final review by the BlueActionAA Panel to ensure geographical coverage.
The call focuses on projects that demonstrably contribute to specific objectives and targets related to ecosystem restoration, pollution prevention, and the advancement of a sustainable blue economy. The long-term sustainability and impact of the proposed projects are the most important criteria in the evaluation procedure. This initiative provides a significant opportunity for community-led projects to receive substantial funding and contribute to the EU's broader environmental and sustainability goals in the Atlantic and Arctic regions.
Funding Type: The funding type is a lump sum grant. A total of 7,000,000 Euros will be distributed in this form. The grant is awarded to the consortium coordinator only.
Consortium Requirement: A consortium is required. To be eligible for funding, a consortium needs to have at a minimum 2 partners from different Target Groups represented. It is not possible to apply as a single entity. The maximum number of partners per consortium is 12.
Beneficiary Scope (Geographic Eligibility): To be eligible for funding, applicants (and co-applicants) must be legally established in one of the eligible countries: The Member States (MS) of the European Union (EU); The Overseas Countries and Territories (OCT) linked to the Member States; Horizon Europe associated countries at the time the BlueActionAA grant entered into force (01/09/2025). The consortium coordinator must be based in an area within an eligible country in the Atlantic or Arctic basin. Examples of such regions include France, Ireland, Spain, Portugal, Norway, Faroe Islands, Greenland, and Iceland.
Target Sector: The target sector is focused on marine and freshwater ecosystem restoration and protection, aligning with the EU Biodiversity Strategy 2030, the EU Action Plan Towards Zero Pollution for Air, Water and Soil, and the Sustainable Blue Economy Strategy. This encompasses areas such as biodiversity, pollution reduction (including plastic litter and microplastics), sustainable blue economy, and climate action within maritime economic activities.
Mentioned Countries: France, Ireland, Spain, Portugal, Norway, Faroe Islands, Greenland, Iceland, European Union member states.
Project Stage: The call targets community-led actions, suggesting projects should be at the stage of implementation or demonstration, ready for uptake and long-term impact. The focus is on mobilizing and engaging communities in ambitious efforts, implying a move beyond the initial research phase towards practical application and restoration activities.
Funding Amount: The total funding available is 7,000,000 Euros. The expected project budget ranges from 200,000 Euros to 2,000,000 Euros. The maximum amount of funding that can be granted to a single organization for all BlueActionAA calls combined cannot exceed 500,000 Euros. This rule applies to the consortium coordinator as well as to the co-applicants. It is expected that a minimum of 5 projects will be selected.
Application Type: The application type is an open call, with a single-stage submission process. The online application form is completed via the ESF platform and divided into two sections: Preliminary information and Proposal Submission. The proposal submission requires a PDF describing the Excellence, Impact, and Implementation of the application.
Nature of Support: Beneficiaries will receive money in the form of lump sum grants.
Application Stages: The evaluation process consists of 5 stages: Eligibility check, Technical Assessment, Technical Assessment Review panel, BlueActionAA Panel, and Announcement of the results.
Success Rates: The success rate cannot be determined from the provided information. However, it is mentioned that a minimum of 5 projects will be selected from the pool of applicants.
Co-funding Requirement: The information provided does not explicitly state whether co-funding is required.
Summary:
The BlueActionAA Community-Led Pilot Action Call (BAAC-01) is a funding opportunity aimed at mobilizing and engaging communities across the Atlantic and Arctic regions in efforts to restore and protect marine and freshwater ecosystems. This initiative falls under the broader Mission Ocean and Waters, aligning with EU strategies for biodiversity, pollution reduction, and a sustainable blue economy. The call seeks community-led actions defined as regional and local communities engaged in collective collaboration for innovation and uptake, acting as agents of change and long-term impact.
Eligible applicants include a wide range of entities such as regional and local public authorities, NGOs, SMEs, research organizations, and educational institutions. However, applications must be submitted by a consortium of at least two partners from different eligible target groups, with a maximum of 12 partners. The consortium coordinator must be based in an eligible country within the Atlantic or Arctic basin.
The funding is provided as lump sum grants, with a total of 7,000,000 Euros available and individual project budgets ranging from 200,000 to 2,000,000 Euros. The application process involves a single-stage submission via the ESF platform, with proposals evaluated based on excellence, impact, and implementation. The evaluation process includes an eligibility check, technical assessment by external experts, review by a panel, and a final review by the BlueActionAA Panel to ensure geographical coverage.
The call focuses on projects that demonstrably contribute to specific objectives and targets related to ecosystem restoration, pollution prevention, and the advancement of a sustainable blue economy. The long-term sustainability and impact of the proposed projects are the most important criteria in the evaluation procedure. This initiative provides a significant opportunity for community-led projects to receive substantial funding and contribute to the EU's broader environmental and sustainability goals in the Atlantic and Arctic regions.
Short Summary
Impact The funding aims to mobilize and empower community-led actions for the restoration and protection of marine and freshwater ecosystems across Atlantic and Arctic regions. | Impact | The funding aims to mobilize and empower community-led actions for the restoration and protection of marine and freshwater ecosystems across Atlantic and Arctic regions. |
Applicant Applicants should possess skills in project management, environmental science, community engagement, and collaboration across diverse sectors. | Applicant | Applicants should possess skills in project management, environmental science, community engagement, and collaboration across diverse sectors. |
Developments Funding will support projects focused on marine and freshwater ecosystem restoration, biodiversity conservation, pollution prevention, and sustainable blue economy initiatives. | Developments | Funding will support projects focused on marine and freshwater ecosystem restoration, biodiversity conservation, pollution prevention, and sustainable blue economy initiatives. |
Applicant Type This funding is designed for regional and local public authorities, NGOs, SMEs, educational institutions, and research organizations. | Applicant Type | This funding is designed for regional and local public authorities, NGOs, SMEs, educational institutions, and research organizations. |
Consortium A consortium is required, with a minimum of 2 partners from different target groups and a maximum of 12 partners. | Consortium | A consortium is required, with a minimum of 2 partners from different target groups and a maximum of 12 partners. |
Funding Amount Individual projects can receive between €200,000 and €2,000,000, with a total call budget of €7,000,000. | Funding Amount | Individual projects can receive between €200,000 and €2,000,000, with a total call budget of €7,000,000. |
Countries Eligible countries include EU Member States, Overseas Countries and Territories linked to Member States, and Horizon Europe associated countries, particularly those in the Atlantic and Arctic basin such as France, Ireland, Spain, and Portugal. | Countries | Eligible countries include EU Member States, Overseas Countries and Territories linked to Member States, and Horizon Europe associated countries, particularly those in the Atlantic and Arctic basin such as France, Ireland, Spain, and Portugal. |
Industry The funding targets the environmental sector, specifically focusing on ecosystem restoration and sustainable management of ocean and freshwater resources. | Industry | The funding targets the environmental sector, specifically focusing on ecosystem restoration and sustainable management of ocean and freshwater resources. |
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