EU Soil Mission: €95 million call opens (31/05/2022)
The European Commission is looking for strategies for land decontamination and reuse, and innovative ideas on how to implement carbon-farming practices. The deadline to apply is 27 September 2022.
How to submit a quality proposal? Watch the Mission Soil Info Day! (31/05/2022)
An Info Day on the Mission Soil’s currently open call for proposals took place on 18 May. Potential applicants were able to learn about the kind of projects the European Commission would like to support with Horizon Europe funding. If you missed the session, watch the recordings!
“Wake up!” EU-funded project calls on young citizens to engage in co-creating sustainable and greener cities (31/05/2022)
With EU Green Week taking place from 30 May to 5 June, and in an exclusive video interview with REA, EU-funded project URBiNAT talks about the importance of social participation for co-creating cities worth living in where solutions are inspired by nature.
The EU-funded projects helping to protect bees across Europe (31/05/2022)
On World Bee Day, it is essential to pay homage to a variety of pollinating insects crucial for our food security. A number of EU projects, managed by REA, such as PoshBee and B-Good contribute to their sustained survival.
Swansea University awards AMBER’s international impact! (31/05/2022)
The EU-funded AMBER project has received the Outstanding International Impact of Research & Innovation award by the Swansea University for its work on how to fix Europe's broken rivers. The project created a Pan-European Atlas of In-Stream Barriers for fragmenting rivers. It also helped identify 25 000 km of rivers made to be free-flowing, a key component of the EU Biodiversity Strategy for 2030.
On the path to stress-tolerant potatoes (31/05/2022)
Whether boiled, roasted or baked, potatoes are delicious. Climate change however is threatening the EU’s potato supply! The EU-funded project ADAPT researches potato resilience to environmental stressors, like heat, drought and waterlogging.
A new microalgae strain raises hopes for less fishy-tasting vegan products (31/05/2022)
A new high-protein microalgae strain developed by researchers has now been scaled up by Portuguese microalgae producer Allmicroalgae Natural Products as part of the EU-funded ProFuture project. The new Chlorella strain could be used to make vegan food products that not only are more nutritional but also taste better.
EU Green Week: EU Green Deal, Make it Real! (30/05/2022)
More than 10 EU-funded projects managed by REA are offering events on soil biodiversity, data analytics for a climate-resilient agriculture, forests restoration, urban bio-waste, sustainable food systems, and circular water management.
MSCA Cluster event on Mission Ocean and Waters (07/06/2022)
The event will bring together excellent projects and researchers mainly funded under the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) to discuss how research and innovation could help restore and protect our oceans and waters. John Murray Roberts, coordinator of the EU-funded project iAtlantic, will speak in the panel about how to protect and restore marine and freshwater ecosystems and biodiversity. If interested, you can still attend.
New European Bauhaus: Discover the 29 projects managed by REA taking part! (09/06/2022)
Meet virtually or in Brussels for EU-funded projects advancing on urban regeneration, circular water and food systems, pesticides reduction, and more! In total, 29 research and innovation projects managed by the European Research Executive Agency (REA) are participating at the Fair section of the Festival. You can now discover in a visual the 29 projects living up to the ideals of the New European Bauhaus: beautiful, sustainable, together.
Save the date for the next Mission Soil Info Day on 18 May! (29/04/2022)
Applicants to the upcoming Soil Mission call for proposals will learn about the kind of projects the European Commission would like to support with Horizon Europe funding. The agenda is already available.
From idea to action - be part of the journey. Become an evaluator of EU research projects! (29/04/2022)
Ready to help shape a greener, digital, and more innovative Europe? The European Commission is looking for experts to help select the best proposals for EU research and innovation funding. Check what specialists we need, and join a team of experts in evaluating proposals and reviewing pioneering projects.
40 projects willing to advance the restoration of soil health in Europe (29/04/2022)
40 was the total number of projects submitted to the 2021 Soil Mission call with a deadline of 24 March. Over 30 experts are evaluating the proposals. Successful projects will be informed in June.
159 proposals submitted for the 2022 calls on innovative governance in support of the EU Green Deal (29/04/2022)
Total amount of applications exceeded five times more than the available budget. Evaluations are ongoing, and the successful projects will be communicated in June/July 2022.
505 proposals submitted for the 2022 calls on healthy food, climate action and resilient communities (29/04/2022)
Evaluations are ongoing. The successful consortia will be informed in June 2022. Successful proposals of the two-stage calls will be invited to submit a full proposal by 6 September 2022.
Towards a circular waste water treatment (29/04/2022)
Plant nutrients from food, sewage and brine waste water could be recovered from EU soils through innovative treatment technologies. In a video, EU-funded project Walnut presents how it intends to shift from a linear to a circular model for a sustainable agriculture and fertilizer industry.
Reducing food and plastic waste through the right packaging (29/04/2022)
Effective packaging preserves food, reducing the amount we have to throw away and all the use of natural resources that it represents. EU-funded MyPack has produced an online tool to guide packaging providers to use the packaging that best suit a product.
What’s in store for Europe’s tree species? (29/04/2022)
Scientists supported by the EU-funded FORGENIUS project have presented a new data set showing current and potential future distributions of European tree species. Called EU-Trees4F, the data set provides a detailed model on how the ranges of 67 tree species will change between now and 2095. It will help to improve data currently available for the conservation of genetic diversity of tree species in Europe’s forests.
Applying viruses to limit crop disease (29/04/2022)
Turning viruses into biocontrol agents to combat the bacteria, fungi and insects that attack crops could reduce our dependence on chemicals and open the door to next generation pesticides. Check out how EU-funded project ViroPLANT proposes to reduce our dependence on chemicals.
Europe Open Doors 2022 – Meet REA project URBiNAT! (07/05/2022)
Our project URBiNAT will be present at the Green Deal village offering games and other activities to participants. For instance, it will invite visitors to imagine and draw or write what would be the neighborhood of their dreams. Participants will learn why nature-based solutions are key for sustainable human and natural environment. If you are not in Brussels, you can still learn more about the project visiting their website.
Learn about how to build a powerful story about your research (22/03/2022)
EU-funded project Arctic PASSION offers two online seminars during the internal Polar Week:
Storytelling in Science, on the 22nd of Marchand How to Produce Media in the Field on the 24th of March. Both seminars are free, independent and open to Arctic and indigenous youth, early career scientists and other interested audiences. Registration is now open. If you’re interested in science communication, don’t miss them!
Beautiful, sustainable and inclusive: Take part in the New European Bauhaus Festival! (24/02/2022)
Do you have an innovative idea, or story relating to beauty, sustainability and inclusiveness? Don’t keep it for yourself; share it and inspire others by applying to the New European Bauhaus taking place on the 9th to the 12th of June 2022. Deadline to apply is 7 March.
Last days to apply to the calls on Mission Soil and environmental observations and digital solutions in support of the EU Green Deal (24/02/2022)
The European Commission is looking for innovative ideas on 15 areas including water governance and water use, consumer-focused labelling options for bio-based products, and understanding the emergence and tackling the spread of new infectious diseases affecting humans, animals and plants. The deadline to apply is the 10th of March. Proposals for the restoration of soils should be submitted by the 24th of March.
Would you like to know how to secure EU funding to protect soils? (24/02/2022)
Check out this exclusive discussion featuring two colleagues from the European Commission’s Directorate General for Agriculture and REA. Learn what you should pay attention to when applying for Horizon Europe funding that supports the Soil Mission.
311 proposals submitted for the 2022 calls on ‘biodiversity, circular economy and zero pollution (24/02/2022)
Applicants originated from 27 EU countries and from 60 non-EU countries. Evaluations have already started and the successful projects will be made public in May 2022.
Horizon Impact Award 2022 contest open: deadline extended to 6 April (24/02/2022)
This award is the European Commission's initiative to recognise and celebrate outstanding projects that have used their results to provide value for society. These projects must have been funded by FP7 and/or Horizon 2020 funding programmes and they must be closed by the time they apply.
EU Organic awards: applications open! (24/02/2022)
The EU organic awards scheme comprises 7 categories and 8 awards. They acknowledge different actors along the organic value chain that developed an excellent, innovative, sustainable and inspiring project producing real added value for organic production and consumption. Winners will receive a greater public visibility for their project. If interested, read the criteria and apply by the 24th of March.
Follow us on LinkedIn (24/02/2022)
Launched only last May, the European Research Executive Agency (REA) has reached 10,000 followers! Thank you! If you are not one of them, follow us and stay up-to-date with the latest news on EU funding opportunities, project results, EU policy, and events.
EU-funded projects are getting rid of marine litter and contributing to Mission Ocean (24/02/2022)
According to some studies, by weight, there will be more plastics than fish in the seas by 2050. To prevent this, the EU Mission Ocean aims to cut plastic litter by up to 50% by 2030. Check out what Horizon 2020-funded projects In-No-Plastic and MAELSTROM propose to help achieve this goal.
Restore Our Oceans and Waters Info Pack is out! (24/02/2022)
Horizon 2020 projects FutureMares, MaCoBios, CLAIM, GoJelly, MAELSTROM, ODYSSEA, iAtlantic, BANOS, Blue Cloud, and Black Sea CONNECT, all managed by REA, are included in this new info pack. In total, 34 EU-funded research projects are featured. Check out how they are turning the tide on ocean degradation and the pollution of our waters.
There is still time to apply to the Soil Mission Board (03/02/2022)
Top experts in the areas of Soil restoration and protection with experience in different areas are encouraged to apply by 7 February 12:00 CET to join the Soil Mission Board. For a period of 3 years, the members of the board will advise the European Commission on how the objectives of the EU Mission: ‘A Soil Deal for Europe’ can be achieved. Their work will be remunerated.
Last days to apply to the calls on food, bio-economy, natural resources, agriculture and environment! (03/02/2022)
There are six upcoming call closures this February. Proposals for biodiversity, circular economy and clean environment calls should be submitted before 15 February. Others calls including on food systems, rural communities and climate action are closing on 23 February.
EU Soil Mission: call for proposals is open (03/02/2022)
The European Commission is looking for the best innovative ideas to advance the protection and restoration of soils in Europe and beyond. The deadline to apply for EU funding is 24 March.
Soil Mission Info Day: watch the recordings (03/02/2022)
Potential applicants to the 2021-2022 Soil Mission calls for proposal could attend an information session last 19 January to learn about how to submit a quality proposal. Recordings are now available.
Help us to select the best Soil Mission proposals for EU funding (03/02/2022)
We are looking for specialists in soil-related fields to evaluate and select the best proposals for EU research funding to restore and protect soil in Europe and beyond. Check out how to become an expert for the European Commission. If you are already in our database, do not forget to update your profile.
591 proposals submitted for the 2021 calls on food, bio-economy, natural resources, agriculture and environment (03/02/2022)
The calls for proposals closed last October with applicants to the seven calls requesting over three times more the total budget available. Evaluations are now complete and successful applicants will be informed soon.
European Biodiversity Partnership to spearhead protection of earth’s biodiversity (03/02/2022)
The new European Biodiversity Partnership Biodiversa+, co-funded by the European Union with an overall budget of €800 million brings together 74 research programmes and funders and environmental policy actors from Europe and beyond to help put nature back on a path of recovery. Biodiversa+ will open six calls for proposals in the coming years.
Down to Earth: EU-funded projects that will help save our soil (03/02/2022)
The new EU Soil Strategy for 2030 was adopted in November last year. At the European Research Executive Agency, we showcase several recently funded Horizon 2020 projects that will help to improve soil health and foster more sustainable soil management practices.
73 solutions to the climate and biodiversity crisis (03/02/2022)
Research and innovation projects are turning green challenges into opportunities to support Europe’s recovery from the coronavirus crisis. To learn how, read about the EU-funded projects managed by REA: Merlin, SchoolFood4Change and FIRE-RES.
Six groundbreaking REA projects to feature at the European Industry Days 2022 (08/02/2022)
The REA projects REFLOW, PAPERCHAIN, DWC, ReCiPSS, FiberEUse and GO-GRASS will feature at the Exhibition space of the event. Each project will showcase their results that support the green and digital transitions and present innovative business models related to biodiversity, the circular economy, and the environment. Register to attend the Industry Days and follow the Exhibition.
591 proposals submitted for the 2021 calls on food, bioeconomy, natural resources, agriculture and environment (18/10/2021)
Applicants to the seven calls have requested over three times more the total budget available. Evaluations start this week, and the successful projects will be communicated before March 2022.
Virtual Info Days and brokerage event, on 25-27 October (18/10/2021)
The Horizon Europe 2022 calls for proposals open on 28 October. Potential applicants are invited to attend this event to learn how to prepare a quality project proposal, and to meet potential cooperation partners. Full programme is available and registration is open.
Mission Soil call for proposals closes tomorrow (18/10/2021)
Restoring soil health is one of the priorities of the EU. We are looking for projects making society understand that clean water, healthy food & biodiversity depends on healthy soil. Submit your proposal for Horizon Europe funding by 20 September.
Seven new-funded projects showcased at the EU Farm to Fork conference (18/10/2021)
On 15 October, seven Horizon 2020-funded projects, managed by REA, were showcased at the Farm to Fork session dedicated to research. They are funded under the Horizon 2020 EU Green Deal call to tackle some of the food systems challenges as part of the EU Farm to Fork strategy.
Did you miss the EuroGEO 2021 workshop on 20-23 September? The event’s material is available (18/10/2021)
This year, the workshop focused on Environmental Observations-based solutions to support the European Green Deal in the areas of agriculture, biodiversity, climate, disasters prevention, forests protection, and water management. The recordings and presentations are now published.
A REA project ‘wins’ one of the New European Bauhaus awards (18/10/2021)
An old cement factory transformed into ‘La Fábrika de toda la vida’, an inclusive & participatory cultural space in Badajoz, wins the New European Bauhaus Award. The winner is an Observatory Case supported by Horizon 2020 project Open Heritage, which is managed by REA.
Horizon 2020 project Hydrousa sums two prizes this year (18/10/2021)
The project Hydrousa has received the Prima WEFE Nexus award. The prize rewards research teams successfully implementing combined management practices of water, food, energy and ecosystems resources in the Mediterranean. Earlier this year, Hydrousa’s circular business models in water scarce areas received the Mediterranean Climate Change Adaptation Awards, in the category of ecosystems preservation & nature-based solutions.
Horizon 2020 project wins the UN Digital Excellence in Agriculture award (18/10/2021)
Organic Farm Knowledge is the winner of the UN Digital Excellence in Agriculture title, in category 2: Capacity development and empowerment. The Organic Farm knowledge is an online platform promoting knowledge exchange among organic farmers and advisor, offering scientifically validated and accessible agricultural knowledge.
REA projects at the IUCN World Conservation Congress (18/10/2021)
Nine projects, representing more than 20 Horizon 2020-funded projects managed by REA, showcased the impact of their research on nature-based solutions at the IUCN World Conservation Congress on 3-11 September. Learn more about their impact and participation in the Congress.
How to advance on plant health? (18/10/2021)
Last month, new Horizon 2020 projects met associations, think-tanks and policy-makers to cooperate in emerging risk, Integrated Pest Management (IPM) and alternatives to pesticides. Would you like to learn what previous EU-funded projects have achieved in these fields?
Ecomondo 2021: REA projects to showcase solutions in the water sector (26/10/2021)
Several Horizon 2020 projects managed by REA will be exhibited at this trade fair. These schemes will showcase innovative case studies and solutions in the water sector for regions and cities.
First Horizon Europe calls for proposals (05/07/2021)
The European Commission has launched the first calls for proposals under the new Horizon Europe programme for research and innovation. Submit your proposals for research funding in the areas of food, bioeconomy, natural resources, agriculture and environment by 6 October.
New website on EU funding for research and innovation (05/07/2021)
With the start of the agency’s new mandate, the European Research Executive Agency (REA) has launched its new website. Visit the website for information about funding opportunities, guidance on how to apply, advice on managing your project, news, events and opportunities to work as an evaluator.
Follow us on LinkedIn (05/07/2021)
The European Research Executive Agency (REA) has launched a LinkedIn account. Follow us for updates on Horizon Europe, the Research Fund for Coal and Steel, the promotion of agricultural products as well as opportunities to work as an expert evaluator.
40 new projects to contribute to the EU Green Deal (05/07/2021)
The European Commission selects 40 research projects for funding. The projects result from the Horizon 2020 Green Deal call for proposal. They will share nearly €428 million of EU funding to provide innovative solutions that contribute to the European Green Deal.
€310 million for new research projects (05/07/2021)
The EU invests over €310 million in research to support sustainability in agriculture, forestry, marine and bio-based sectors. The European Commission has selected 44 projects to address global challenges such as food security and climate change mitigation.
EU to invest almost €164 million in sustainable and environmental research (05/07/2021)
The European Commission has selected 25 projects to ‘green’ the European economy in line with the UN's Sustainable Development Goals and the Paris Agreement. The projects succeeded in calls for proposals launched under Horizon 2020.
2021 EuroGEO workshop (20/09/2021)
Register now for the EuroGEO workshop on 20-23 September. This edition will focus on how Environmental Observation-based solutions support the EU Green Deal. The event takes place online, bringing together the European community within the Group on Earth Observations (GEO).
