[European Commission](https://commission.europa.eu/index_en)

September 22, 2027

Total budget €9,800,000; typical grant around €4,900,000 per project; duration usually 3-4 years.

Supports development of innovative, integrated multi-scale air quality modelling to improve air quality planning and public health.

--- ## Description This grant supports research and innovation projects that develop advanced, integrated modelling systems for air quality assessment and planning across multiple spatial and temporal scales, including micro-scale environments. The primary aim is to provide public authorities and policymakers with enhanced tools and scientific evidence for effective air quality management, targeting both outdoor and indoor emissions. Projects should deliver validated, high-resolution micro-scale models, harmonization guidelines for diverse modelling systems, and recommendations for inclusive air quality planning that accounts for vulnerable groups. Collaboration with European research infrastructures and international partners is encouraged, with an emphasis on FAIR (Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, and Re-usable) data practices and the potential for operational use in monitoring services. --- ## Due Dates - September 22, 2027: Full application submission deadline (single-stage call) --- ## Funding Amount - Total indicative budget: €9,800,000 - Typical contribution per project: around €4,900,000 - Number of projects funded: 2 - Funding is provided as a lump sum under Horizon Europe Research and Innovation Actions (RIA) - Project duration is typically 3–4 years --- ## Eligibility - Open to legal entities (universities, research institutes, private companies, public authorities, NGOs) from EU Member States and countries associated with Horizon Europe. - International organizations headquartered in a Member State or Associated Country are exceptionally eligible. - Proposals must include at least three independent legal entities from three different eligible countries. - The Joint Research Centre (JRC) may participate as a consortium member (with zero funding or as an associated partner). - See [Annex B of the Horizon Europe Work Programme General Annexes](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/wp-call/2026-2027/wp-15-general-annexes_horizon-2026-2027_en.pdf) for full country eligibility. --- ## Application Process - Single-stage submission: full proposal due by September 22, 2027. - Proposals must follow the [standard application form for Horizon Europe RIA](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/temp-form/af/af_he-ria-ia_en.pdf). - Applications are submitted via the [EU Funding & Tenders Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/HORIZON-CL6-2027-01-ZEROPOLLUTION-02?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=2&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate). - Evaluation criteria, award thresholds, and proposal page limits are detailed in [Annexes A, D, and F of the General Annexes](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/wp-call/2026-2027/wp-15-general-annexes_horizon-2026-2027_en.pdf). - Lump sum funding model applies; see [lump sum guidance](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/guidance/ls-funding-what-do-i-need-to-know_he_en.pdf). --- ## Additional Information - Projects should address the needs of vulnerable groups (e.g., children, elderly, people with lower socio-economic status, those with underlying health conditions). - Strongly encouraged to build on and coordinate with existing EU research projects (e.g., H2020, LIFE, Copernicus, ACTRIS, FAIRMODE). - Data produced must adhere to FAIR principles. - International cooperation is encouraged. - Satellite-based earth observation data (Copernicus/Galileo/EGNOS) should be used where relevant. --- ## External Links - [Call Details & Application Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/HORIZON-CL6-2027-01-ZEROPOLLUTION-02?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=2&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) - [Horizon Europe Programme Guide](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/guidance/programme-guide_horizon_en.pdf) - [General Annexes (2026-2027)](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/wp-call/2026-2027/wp-15-general-annexes_horizon-2026-2027_en.pdf) - [Online Manual](https://webgate.ec.europa.eu/funding-tenders-opportunities/display/OM/Online+Manual) - [Partner Search Tool](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/how-to-participate/partner-search) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |-------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | Funder main contact | [European Commission Contact Page](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/contact_en) | | General helpdesk | [EU Funding & Tenders Portal Helpdesk](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/helpdesks) | | National Contact Points | [Find your NCP](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/ncp) | | Phone | +32 2 299 11 11 |

Developing effective air quality planning strategies through innovative multi-scale modelling - European Commission

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