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

February 28, 2026

Total available: €700,000; individual sub-projects may last up to 18 months.

Supports Mediterranean regions in scaling SEACURE solutions to address nutrient pollution through technical assistance and stakeholder collaboration.

--- ## Description This funding opportunity, provided by the European Commission, aims to empower regions—especially in the Mediterranean basin—to implement, replicate, and scale up innovative strategies for the prevention, reduction, and remediation of nutrient pollution. The grant targets regions facing significant challenges related to eutrophication and nutrient cycles (notably Nitrogen and Phosphorus), supporting them in adopting systemic solutions initially developed under the SEACURE project. Awarded regions will benefit from technical assistance, capacity building, and knowledge exchange with the SEACURE consortium, with a focus on developing public policies, strategic plans, and mechanisms to enable future upscaling and sustainable management of water and soil health. --- ## Due Dates - February 28, 2026: Full application/submission deadline (single-stage) — 01:00 Brussels time --- ## Funding Amount - Total funding available for this call: €700,000 - Selected sub-projects may be implemented over a maximum of 18 months, with the funding distributed among successful applicants. - The precise amount per sub-project is not specified; applicants should consult the [SEACURE Open Call page](https://www.seacure-project.eu/open-call/) for further details. --- ## Eligibility - Open to regions (Associated Regions, ARs) facing nutrient pollution challenges in the Mediterranean basin and beyond. - Eligible applicants are typically regional authorities, public entities, or consortia with the capacity to implement SEACURE solutions and engage local stakeholders. - Applicants must demonstrate the ability to: - Assess the replicability of SEACURE solutions in their region. - Engage key actors within their regional innovation ecosystem (e.g., through capacity-building, awareness-raising, stakeholder consultations). - Develop tailored roadmaps for scaling up solutions, including policy and strategic plan development. - Detailed eligibility criteria are provided in the Terms of Reference and Applicant Guidelines available on the [SEACURE Open Call page](https://www.seacure-project.eu/open-call/). --- ## Application Process - The application process is single-stage, with a submission deadline of February 28, 2026 (01:00 Brussels time). - Applicants must: - Review the Terms of Reference and Applicant Guidelines (with annexes) for detailed instructions and requirements. - Complete and submit the application form and budget template as specified. - Address the expected outcomes in their work plan, including: 1. Identification and replicability assessment of SEACURE solutions. 2. Engagement with regional stakeholders and capacity building. 3. Development of tailored roadmaps for policy and strategic scaling. - Submission and further details are available on the [SEACURE Open Call page](https://www.seacure-project.eu/open-call/). - After submission, proposals will undergo evaluation as described in the call documents. --- ## Additional Information - The program is part of the Horizon Europe Mission “Mission Ocean and Waters and Mission A Soil Deal for Europe.” - Technical assistance and support will be provided by the SEACURE consortium partners throughout project implementation. - The call encourages collaboration, knowledge exchange, and the development of sustainable, scalable solutions for nutrient pollution management. --- ## External Links - [SEACURE Open Call Information](https://www.seacure-project.eu/open-call/) - [Official EU Funding & Tenders Portal Listing](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/competitive-calls-cs/12521?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=12&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) - [European Commission Home](https://commission.europa.eu/index_en) --- ## Contact Information | Contact Type | Details | |------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | European Commission | [Contact the European Commission](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/contact_en) | | General Inquiries | +32 2 299 11 11 | | SEACURE Project Info | [SEACURE Open Call page](https://www.seacure-project.eu/open-call/) | ---

Scaling up the SEACURE solutions across Associated Regions - European Commission

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