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

January 22, 2025 (Proposal Submission)

Typically €4–6 million per project; project duration up to 4 years.

Supports research and innovation for digitalization and AI in climate-neutral, circular bio-based value chains.

--- ## Description This funding opportunity, under Horizon Europe Cluster 6 (Circular Bio-based Systems), supports projects that advance the digitalization and application of artificial intelligence within climate-neutral, circular bio-based value chains. The call aims to foster the development of innovative technologies, processes, or products that enable resource efficiency, sustainability, and the circular use of biological resources. It encourages multi-stakeholder collaboration and expects proposals to address scientific, technical, and societal challenges associated with the transition to a sustainable, circular bio-based sector. --- ## Due Dates - Proposal Submission Deadline: January 22, 2025 --- ## Funding Amount - Typical project funding: €4–6 million per project - Project duration: Up to 4 years The total available budget for this call is subject to the overall Horizon Europe Cluster 6 allocation. --- ## Eligibility - Proposals must be submitted by a consortium of at least three independent legal entities from three different EU Member States or Associated Countries. - Eligible applicants include universities, research organizations, SMEs, large companies, and other relevant stakeholders. - Projects must address the digitalization and/or AI-driven transformation of climate-neutral, circular bio-based value chains. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted electronically via the [EU Funding & Tenders Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/HORIZON-CL6-2025-01-CIRCBIO-09?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=11&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate). - Proposals must follow the Horizon Europe guidelines for Research and Innovation Actions (RIA). - Detailed instructions, templates, and reference documents are available on the portal. - Evaluation is based on excellence, impact, and quality/efficiency of implementation. --- ## Additional Information - Projects should promote environmental and societal benefits, including climate neutrality, circularity, and resource efficiency. - Proposals are expected to demonstrate strong collaboration between academia, industry, and other stakeholders. - Open Science practices and responsible research and innovation are encouraged. --- ## External Links - [Call Details and Application Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/HORIZON-CL6-2025-01-CIRCBIO-09?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=11&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) - [European Commission – Horizon Europe](https://commission.europa.eu/research-and-innovation/funding/funding-opportunities/funding-programmes-and-open-calls/horizon-europe_en) - [Horizon Europe Programme Guide](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/guidance/programme-guide_horizon_en.pdf) --- ## Contact Information | Contact Type | Details | |-------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | [European Commission Contact Page](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/contact_en) | | Phone | +32 2 299 11 11 | | Funding Portal | [EU Funding & Tenders Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/home) |

Unleashing the potential and advancing the impact of the digitalization/Artificial Intelligence of the climate-neutral bio-based value chains

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