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

September 24, 2025

Varies by project; Horizon Europe collaborative projects typically range from €3–6 million per project, up to several years in duration.

Supports research and innovation to improve, protect, and sustainably manage soils across Europe as part of the Horizon Europe Missions programme.

--- ## Description This opportunity is part of the Horizon Europe Missions programme under the European Commission, specifically targeting soil health through research and innovation. The call seeks projects that can deliver new knowledge and practical solutions to address the social, economic, and cultural drivers and costs of land degradation. The overarching goal is to enhance ecosystem services, promote sustainable soil management, and support the transition towards healthier soils for food, people, nature, and climate across Europe. --- ## Due Dates - Proposal submission deadline: September 24, 2025 --- ## Funding Amount - Award amounts vary depending on project scope and consortium size. - Horizon Europe collaborative projects typically receive between €3 million and €6 million per project, with project durations commonly ranging from 3 to 5 years. - Total available funding and specific budget details are provided in the official call documents. --- ## Eligibility - Open to legal entities (public or private) established in EU Member States or associated countries. - Proposals must be submitted by a consortium of at least three independent entities from three different eligible countries. - Eligible applicants include universities, research organizations, SMEs, industry, NGOs, and public authorities. - Specific eligibility and consortium composition requirements are detailed in the Horizon Europe Work Programme and call documents. --- ## 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-MISS-2025-05-SOIL-02?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=12&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate). - Registration on the portal and a Participant Identification Code (PIC) are required. - Proposals must follow the official template and include all required technical and administrative information. - Evaluation is based on excellence, impact, and quality of implementation. - Full details, templates, and guidance are available on the call page. --- ## Additional Information - Projects are expected to contribute to the EU Soil Mission objectives and support policy development for sustainable land management. - Interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary approaches are encouraged. - Open science practices and stakeholder engagement are highly valued. --- ## External Links - [Official Call Page (EU Funding & Tenders Portal)](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/HORIZON-MISS-2025-05-SOIL-02?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=12&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) - [European Commission Home](https://commission.europa.eu/index_en) - [Horizon Europe Missions Programme Information](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/programmes/horizon) --- ## 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 | | Portal Support | [EU Funding & Tenders Portal Helpdesk](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/helpdesks) |

Social, economic and cultural drivers, and costs of land degradation

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