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Commission invests over €1 billion in 54 ambitious defence industrial projects through the European Defence Fund

Today, the Commission announced the results of the 2023 calls for proposals under the European Defence Fund (EDF) amounting to €1,031 million of EU funding to support 54 outstanding joint European defence research and development projects. The selected projects will support technological excellence across a wide range of defence capabilities in critical areas, including cyber […]

EU allocates €130 million in humanitarian aid for Latin America and the Caribbean in 2024

The European Commission has allocated nearly €130 million this year in humanitarian aid for Latin American and the Caribbean, to address the needs of the most vulnerable people affected by the main ongoing emergencies. This includes over €1 million just approved to respond to the devastating floods in Brazil, which in past weeks have affected […]

Commission presents guidance and recommendations to accelerate renewable energy roll-out ahead of REPowerEU anniversary  

Almost two years since the adoption of the REPowerEU Plan, the Commission is today providing additional support to Member States to further accelerate the deployment of renewable energy and reduce Russian fossil fuel imports. The Commission has adopted a series of new and updated recommendations and guidance documents to improve and streamline permitting procedures and […]

€90 million Cohesion Policy call reinforces urban innovation across the EU

To further reinforce and strengthen sustainable urban development in EU cities, the Commission today is launching a third call for proposals worth €90 million under the European Urban Initiative (EUI). Projects selected under this call will test innovative solutions in cities to help them to deliver on the green and digital transitions. Projects must focus […]

€90 million Cohesion Policy call reinforces urban innovation across the EU

To further reinforce and strengthen sustainable urban development in EU cities, the Commission today is launching a third call for proposals worth €90 million under the European Urban Initiative (EUI). Projects selected under this call will test innovative solutions in cities to help them to deliver on the green and digital transitions. Projects must focus […]

EU allocates €4.5 million for 324 Ukrainian scientists' projects to pursue their research

To provide continuous support to Ukrainian research, the Commission has tripled the initial budget of the EURIZON Fellowship Programme to €4.5 million under Horizon Europe. Russia's invasion of Ukraine has brought daily challenges to researchers. The constant threat of attacks on critical infrastructure, as well as the impossibility of travelling and the reduction of state […]

Commission adopts limited prolongation of State aid crisis tools to further support agriculture and fisheries sectors

Today, the European Commission has adopted an amendment to the State aid Temporary Crisis and Transition Framework (TCTF) to prolong by six months certain provisions of the Framework aimed to address persisting market disturbances specifically in the agriculture and fisheries sectors. On 11 April 2024, the Commission consulted Member States on the persistence of a […]

The Winners of the European Capitals of Inclusion and Diversity Award 2024

We are excited to announce the winners of the third edition of the European Capitals of Inclusion and Diversity Award. The 7 winning towns, cities and regions, stand out in a strong field of shortlisted candidates for their contribution to a more equal and inclusive Europe. They have demonstrated creativity and commitment in implementing a […]

European Hydrogen Bank auction provides €720 million for renewable hydrogen production in Europe

Today, the Commission is awarding nearly €720 million to seven renewable hydrogen projects in Europe, selected through the first competitive bidding process under the European Hydrogen Bank. The funds for this auction come from the revenues of the EU Emissions Trading System. The winning bidders will produce renewable hydrogen in Europe and will receive a […]

Critical Medicines Alliance to help prevent and address shortages of critical medicines

The European Commission's Health Emergency Preparedness and Response Authority (HERA), working with the Belgian Presidency of the Council of the EU, have today launched the Critical Medicines Alliance at the margins of the informal EPSCO Council meeting of health ministers, as part of the actions to build a strong European Health Union. The Alliance brings […]

€1.25 billion from Horizon Europe to support cutting-edge research under the Marie Skłodowska-Curie

Today, the Commission announced new calls worth over €1.25 billion to support research under the Marie Sklodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA), part of the EU research and innovation programme, Horizon Europe. The funding will develop excellent doctoral and postdoctoral programmes, and support collaborative research and innovation projects. The funding will support and provide jobs to about 10 […]

New EU funding for innovative ideas to reduce long-term unemployment and help people find jobs

Today, the Commission launched a call for proposals worth €23 million to help EU Member States develop new ways of tackling long-term unemployment and support people to find their way back into the labour market. This was announced in the recent action plan to tackle labour and skills shortages in the EU. Through this call […]
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