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

October 28, 2025 (Opens) | January 30, 2026 (Deadline)

€500,000 total; up to 5 projects funded; project duration 9 months

Supports public authorities in the Mediterranean to pilot, validate, and scale innovative solutions for reducing water and soil pollution.

Single applicants only (no consortia); public authorities at regional/local level; Horizon Europe eligible countries.

--- ## Description This funding opportunity, under the Path4Med project, invites public authorities in the Mediterranean basin and associated regions to demonstrate innovative solutions addressing water and soil pollution in agro-hydro systems. The grant aims to empower local and regional authorities to implement, test, and scale up approaches that reduce nutrient-related pollution and foster sustainable agricultural practices. The selected authorities will conduct real-life demonstrations, engage local stakeholders, and provide feedback to support broader adoption and policy alignment across Europe. The project is structured in three phases—feasibility, replicability, and scalability—each requiring specific deliverables and subject to review. --- ## Due Dates - Opening date: October 28, 2025 - Application deadline: January 30, 2026, 17:00 (Brussels time) --- ## Funding Amount - Total funding available: €500,000 - Up to 5 proposals will be selected for funding - Each project will run for 9 months, divided into three phases: - Phase 1: Feasibility (1 month) – 20% of grant - Phase 2: Replicability (6 months) – 60% of grant - Phase 3: Scalability (2 months) – 20% of grant --- ## Eligibility - Only single applicants are eligible (no consortia). - Applicants must be public authorities (regional or local level) from specific associated regions eligible for Horizon Europe. - Entities with partners already in the Path4Med consortium are not eligible. - Applications must be submitted in English. - Applicants must select and implement at least one Path4Med solution, with the option to combine solutions as appropriate for their region. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted electronically via the [opencalls.fund](https://opencalls.fund/) platform. - All relevant information and documents are available on the [Path4Med Open Call page](https://www.path4med.eu/open-call/). - Only the latest version of an application will be considered if multiple are submitted. - Proposals are evaluated by two independent external experts based on Excellence, Impact, and Capacity (scored 1–5; minimum 3 per criterion and 9 overall). - The process is single-stage and strictly confidential. --- ## Additional Information - Selected public authorities are expected to: - Implement and test at least one Path4Med solution in their region. - Demonstrate the solution’s value in reducing nutrient pollution and improving soil/water management. - Engage stakeholders (farmers, citizens, service providers) for co-creation and knowledge sharing. - Provide feedback to facilitate broader adoption and policy alignment. - Each project phase concludes with a deliverable, reviewed by the Path4Med Advisory Board. Payments are made after successful review of each phase. --- ## External Links - [EU Funding & Tenders Portal – Call details](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/competitive-calls-cs/12048?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=2&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) - [Path4Med Open Call information](https://www.path4med.eu/open-call/) - [opencalls.fund submission platform](https://opencalls.fund/) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |-------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | Funder | [European Commission](https://commission.europa.eu/index_en) | | General Contact | [Contact page](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/contact_en) | | Phone | +32 2 299 11 11 | | Path4Med Info | [Path4Med Open Call page](https://www.path4med.eu/open-call/) |

Open Call for Financial Support to Third Parties as a mechanism to showcase the feasibility, replicability and scalability of innovation solutions through Public Authorities in the Mediterranean

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