In this Horizon Europe funding, proposals are expected to implement and demonstrate circular systemic solutions for the deployment of the circular economy (including the circular bioeconomy) in cities, regions or their groupings. The implemented circular systemic solutions should address economic, social and environmental dimensions of the transition towards a circular economy and include science, technology and governance components. They should demonstrate circular governance models and support the active participation of all relevant actors in cities, regions or their groupings. Examples of relevant actors are: public administrations and utilities; private sector services and industries, including small and medium enterprises (SMEs); scientific and innovator communities including incubators and accelerators; financial intermediaries with a focus on environmental and social impact; venture capitalists and business angels; civil society, including citizens; and non-governmental organisations and philanthropy.
Eligibility
To be eligible for funding, applicants must be established in one of the eligible countries;
- The Member States of the European Union, including their outermost regions
- The Overseas Countries and Territories (OCTs) linked to the Member States
- Eligible non-EU countries; countries associated to Horizon Europe and low- and middle-income countries
The maximum award value is EUR 21 500 000.
Funder: European Commission
Deadline: 06 October 2021
