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

September 18, 2025

Typical project size €4–6 million; project duration up to 4 years

Supports research and innovation for sustainable, circular bio-based solutions in natural and synthetic rubber production.

--- ## Description This call, part of the Horizon Europe programme under the Circular Bio-based Europe Joint Undertaking (CBE JU), aims to fund research and innovation actions that develop alternative biomanufacturing routes for natural and synthetic rubber. The focus is on advancing sustainable, circular bio-based solutions, technologies, and value chains to help achieve the EU’s objectives for a greener and more resource-efficient economy. Projects should foster collaboration and innovation within the bio-based sector, addressing key challenges and supporting the transition to a circular bioeconomy. --- ## Due Dates - Proposal deadline: September 18, 2025 --- ## Funding Amount - Typical project funding: €4–6 million per project - Project duration: Up to 4 years --- ## Eligibility - Open to legal entities (public or private) from EU Member States and associated countries. - Consortia are typically required, often involving at least three independent entities from different eligible countries. - Proposals must align with the objectives of the CBE JU and Horizon Europe. --- ## 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-JU-CBE-2025-RIA-03?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=14&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate). - Register your organization in the Participant Register before applying. - Carefully review the call documentation, including eligibility requirements and evaluation criteria. - Prepare and submit a full proposal by the deadline. --- ## Additional Information - The call is managed by the Directorate-General for Research and Innovation. - Proposals should demonstrate clear impact in sustainable biomanufacturing and circular economy principles. - Collaboration between academia, industry, and other stakeholders is strongly encouraged. --- ## External Links - [Call Details and Application Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/HORIZON-JU-CBE-2025-RIA-03?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=14&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) - [Horizon Europe Programme Overview](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/programmes) - [CBE JU Information](https://www.cbe.europa.eu/) - [How to Participate](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/how-to-participate/how-to-participate/1) - [Participant Register](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/how-to-participate/participant-register) --- ## Contact Information | Contact Type | Details | |--------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General Enquiries | [Contact the European Commission](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/contact_en) | | Phone | +32 2 299 11 11 | | EU Funding & Tenders Portal Helpdesk | [Helpdesk & Support](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/helpdesks) |

Alternative biomanufacturing routes for natural and synthetic rubber

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