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

August 31, 2025 (opens) | November 30, 2025 (deadline)

€300,000 total available | Project duration: 24 months

Supports projects advancing European lake restoration through nutrient removal and reuse using integrated catchment and in-lake strategies.

Single-stage submission; applications via official forms in English by email.

--- ## Description This funding opportunity supports projects focused on the restoration of European lakes by fostering nutrient removal, recovery, and reuse through integrated catchment and in-lake scale approaches. Selected projects will contribute to the demonstration and adaptation of FERRO solutions, including conducting systems analysis, participating in governance activities, engaging stakeholders, and developing action plans to ensure restoration and long-term sustainability. The call is part of the broader FERRO initiative, which aims to protect and restore natural lake ecosystems and their biodiversity across Europe. --- ## Due Dates - Call opens: August 31, 2025 - Submission deadline: November 30, 2025, 17:00 (Brussels time) A FERRO Open Call Webinar will be held on September 11, 2025, from 10:00 to 12:00 (Brussels time) to provide details and answer questions. [Register here](https://ferroproject.eu/open-call). --- ## Funding Amount - Total funding available: €300,000 - Expected duration of participation: 24 months --- ## Eligibility - Open to entities capable of supporting European lake restoration (typically research organizations, public authorities, NGOs, or consortia). - Projects must be able to conduct systems analysis and monitoring, participate in FERRO governance, visit demonstration sites, organize stakeholder engagement, and deliver action plans. - Applications must be submitted in English using the official forms. - See full eligibility details and requirements on the [FERRO website](https://ferroproject.eu/open-call). --- ## Application Process - Download the application form, annexes, and full guidelines from the [FERRO website](https://ferroproject.eu/open-call). - Complete all documents in English and submit them in PDF format by email as specified in the call documentation. - Only applications submitted via the official process and before the deadline will be considered. - Evaluation is based on: - Excellence (30%) - Impact (40%) - Quality and efficiency of implementation (30%) - Late, incomplete, or incorrectly submitted applications will not be evaluated. --- ## Additional Information - Applicants are strongly encouraged to attend the FERRO Open Call Webinar for guidance. - Projects must deliver both an action plan for restoration and a transfer/adaptation plan for post-project sustainability and scaling. - Annual visits to FERRO demonstration sites are required for knowledge exchange. --- ## External Links - [FERRO Open Call Information & Application Materials](https://ferroproject.eu/open-call) - [Official Call Details (EU Funding & Tenders Portal)](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/competitive-calls-cs/11663?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=4&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) - [European Commission Funder Page](https://commission.europa.eu/index_en) --- ## Contact Information | Contact Type | Details | |-------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | [European Commission Contact Form](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/contact_en) | | Phone | +32 2 299 11 11 | | FERRO Project | [FERRO Open Call Page](https://ferroproject.eu/open-call) |

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