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

February 20, 2025 (Main call deadline)

Typically €6–8 million per project; project duration usually 3–5 years.

Supports research and innovation for the conservation, restoration, and climate adaptation/mitigation of coral reefs and associated ecosystems.

--- ## Description This funding opportunity, part of the Horizon Europe programme, aims to support research and innovation projects that advance the conservation, restoration, and sustainable management of coral reefs and associated ecosystems such as mangroves and seagrass beds. Projects are expected to generate scientific knowledge, develop technological solutions, and inform policy frameworks to address biodiversity loss, enhance ecosystem resilience, and contribute to climate mitigation and adaptation. The call targets interdisciplinary and collaborative approaches, with an emphasis on practical impacts for ecosystem services and biodiversity protection. --- ## Due Dates - Main call deadline: February 20, 2025 --- ## Funding Amount - Typical award: €6–8 million per project - Project duration: Usually 3–5 years - Funding covers research costs, personnel, networking, and dissemination activities as per Horizon Europe rules. --- ## Eligibility - Open to consortia including universities, research institutes, NGOs, public authorities, and private sector organizations from EU Member States and associated countries. - Projects must involve partners from at least three different eligible countries. - Proposals should demonstrate interdisciplinary collaboration and address both scientific and policy aspects of ecosystem conservation and restoration. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted via the [EU Funding & Tenders Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/HORIZON-CL6-2025-01-BIODIV-07?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=10&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate). - Proposals should follow the Horizon Europe template, addressing objectives, methodology, impact, and consortium composition. - Detailed guidance, templates, and FAQs are available on the portal. - Evaluation is based on excellence, impact, and quality/efficiency of implementation. --- ## Additional Information - Projects are expected to deliver tangible outcomes for ecosystem restoration, climate resilience, and policy support. - Collaboration with stakeholders, including local communities and policy-makers, is encouraged. - Open science and data-sharing principles should be integrated. --- ## External Links - [EU Funding & Tenders Portal: Call Details](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/HORIZON-CL6-2025-01-BIODIV-07?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=10&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) - [European Commission – Horizon Europe Programme](https://commission.europa.eu/research-and-innovation/funding/funding-opportunities/funding-programmes-and-open-calls/horizon-europe_en) - [How to Participate Guide](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/how-to-participate/how-to-participate/1) --- ## Contact Information | Contact Type | Details | |----------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | [Contact the European Commission](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/contact_en) | | Phone | +32 2 299 11 11 | | Online Helpdesk | [Funding & Tenders Portal Helpdesk](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/helpdesks) |

Integrated and coordinated approaches for coral reefs and associated ecosystems (mangroves and seagrass beds) conservation, restoration, and climate mitigation and adaptation

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