This funding opportunity supports projects that establish a Europe-wide benchmarking framework for industrial bio-based sectors, focusing on innovative circular bio-based systems that reduce environmental footprints and support climate neutrality. Funded activities include forming expert forums, collecting and assessing data on emerging techniques, and aligning with European Innovation Centre for Industrial Transformation and Emissions (INCITE) and EU Bioeconomy Monitoring. Key sectors include pulp & paper and bio-based chemicals, excluding food/feed, biofuels, and health devices.
Eligible applicants must comply with Horizon Europe general conditions including admissibility, eligible countries, financial and operational capacity, and evaluation criteria. Specific application forms and guidelines are provided in the Horizon Europe Work Programme and Submission System.
