Driving Urban Transitions: New Call for 2026 on Sustainable Urban Transition within a European Partnership
Formas' Driving Urban Transitions 2026 call funds collaborative research to advance sustainable, resilient, and climate-neutral cities in Europe through circular economies, energy districts, and inclusive urban planning.
Funder: Formas
Due Dates: November 17, 2026: Pre-proposal (Stage 1) submission deadline | April 15, 2027: Full proposal (Stage 2) submission deadline
Funding Amounts: Typical project budget: €1–2 million (total consortium); Swedish partners: up to €300,000 (or €400,000 if coordinator). Project duration up to 36 months.
Summary: Supports transnational research and innovation projects advancing sustainable urban transitions in Europe, focusing on circular economies, energy districts, and inclusive city planning.
Key Information: Minimum three partners from three countries (including one urban authority); national funding rules apply.
Description
This call, co-funded by the European Commission under Horizon Europe and coordinated by Formas (Sweden) and the Swedish Energy Agency, supports transnational research and innovation projects that facilitate cities’ transition to sustainable economies and societies. Projects should address challenges in at least one of three thematic areas (“Transition Pathways”): Circular Urban Economies, Positive Energy Districts, or the 15-Minute City. The call emphasizes multidisciplinary collaboration, stakeholder engagement, and real-world impact for urban sustainability, climate neutrality, and resilience.
