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RSS162 new projects set to get underway
The projects have just signed their grant agreements with the European Commission and will share €959 million. They are starting their research on advancing organic farming, sustainable food chains and circular economy methods, while protecting ecosystems and the environment.
The members of the Mission Soil Board are appointed
15 members compose the EU Mission Soil Board: seven women and eight men. Their main goal will be to advise the European Commission on how to promote the Mission, raise awareness across the EU on its importance, and inspire citizens and professionals to get involved in the restoration and protection
Nature: a key ally for cooler, sustainable and resilient cities
The EU accelerates sustainable urban transformation. It commits to create 100 climate neutral and smart cities by 2030. Learn more about the fascinating EU-funded projects working to achieve this goal.
EU Soil Mission: €95 million call opens
The European Commission is looking, among others, for strategies for land decontamination and reuse, and innovative ideas on how to implement carbon-farming practices. Deadline to apply is 27 September 2022.
40 projects willing to advance the restoration of soil health in Europe
40 was the total number of projects submitted to the Mission Soil call with a deadline of 24 March. Evaluations are set to begin with twelve projects expected to be funded.
Q/A: EU Soil Mission wants your research proposals before 24 March 2022
Clarifying guidelines to applicants on how to secure funding to protect soils now
Call for applicants to join the EU Soil Mission Board
The members of the Board will advise the European Commission on what actions are needed to restore and protect soils as well as how we can reap the many societal and economy benefits of healthy soils. Apply by the 2nd of February.
EU Soil Mission: call for proposals is open
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 is 24 March.
Help us select the best research proposals to deliver on the EU Mission: A Soil Deal for Europe
We are looking for specialists in soil-related fields to evaluate and select the best proposals for EU research funding. Check out how to become an expert for the European Commission.
Down to Earth: EU-funded projects that will help save our soil
The new EU Soil Strategy for 2030 has been adopted. 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.