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

January 17, 2025 | February 28, 2025 | May 30, 2025 | August 29, 2025 | November 28, 2025

€5,000,000 total available; project duration 1–3 years

Supports innovation and capacity-building projects in the raw materials sector, focusing on RIS-eligible countries under the EIT RawMaterials Business Plan 2023–2025.

--- ## Description This funding opportunity supports projects that drive innovation and capacity building within the raw materials sector, specifically targeting countries eligible for the Regional Innovation Scheme (RIS). The call is part of the EIT RawMaterials Business Plan 2023–2025 and aims to strengthen the European raw materials innovation ecosystem. Proposals should address challenges in raw materials supply, sustainability, and the circular economy, emphasizing collaborative approaches, knowledge transfer, and capacity building to boost competitiveness and resilience across RIS countries. --- ## Due Dates - January 17, 2025 (13:00 Brussels time) - February 28, 2025 (13:00 Brussels time) - May 30, 2025 (13:00 Brussels time) - August 29, 2025 (13:00 Brussels time) - November 28, 2025 (13:00 Brussels time) Multiple cut-off dates are available for submission. --- ## Funding Amount - Total funding available: €5,000,000 - Expected project duration: 1–3 years --- ## Eligibility - Projects must focus on RIS-eligible countries (see call documentation for the current list). - Proposals must address innovation or capacity building in the raw materials sector. - Collaborative, multi-partner projects are encouraged. - All eligibility criteria are detailed in Section 2.3 of the official call document. --- ## Application Process - Submit proposals via the [EU Funding & Tenders Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/competitive-calls-cs/9162?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=16&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate). - Proposals are evaluated on: - Eligibility criteria (mandatory requirements) - Quality criteria (external evaluators, 50% of score) - Strategy criteria (EIT RawMaterials Management Team, 50% of score) - Evaluation grids and detailed requirements are available in the call documentation. --- ## Additional Information - The call supports both innovation and capacity-building activities. - Proposals should foster knowledge transfer, new business models, and solutions for raw materials challenges. - Supporting documents and detailed guidance can be found on the [EIT RawMaterials call page](https://eitrawmaterials.eu/call-ris-projects-ris-capacity-building-and-ris-innovation). --- ## External Links - [Call information and submission portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/competitive-calls-cs/9162?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=16&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) - [EIT RawMaterials call documents and supporting information](https://eitrawmaterials.eu/call-ris-projects-ris-capacity-building-and-ris-innovation) - [EU Funding & Tenders Portal Home](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/home) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |----------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General EC Contact | [Contact the European Commission](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/contact_en) | | Phone | +32 2 299 11 11 | ---

EIT RawMaterials KAVA call 13 - RIS Innovation and Capacity Building

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