HORIZON-CL5-2023-D6-01-06

Zero-emission e-commerce and freight delivery and return choices by retailers, consumers and local authorities

Status
open for submission
Programme
Horizon Europe (HORIZON)
Action type
HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions
Opens
4 May 2023
Deadline
5 Sep 2023
Fetched
15 Jul 2026, 07:18 UTC
Plain-language summary

Research on zero-emission e-commerce and freight delivery choices by retailers, consumers, and local authorities.

This call funds research to develop zero-emission options for e-commerce and freight delivery. It focuses on choices made by retailers, consumers, and local authorities. The goal is to reduce environmental impact and improve sustainable logistics.

Likely relevant for

  • Researchers in sustainable transport and logistics
  • Social scientists studying consumer behavior
  • Policy makers in urban mobility and environment
  • Technology developers in zero-emission delivery systems

Project signals

Focus on zero-emission delivery and return systemsInvolvement of retailers, consumers, and local authoritiesUse of digital agenda and societal engagement approaches

What it funds

  • Development and testing of zero-emission delivery and return options for e-commerce and freight
  • Behavioral studies on choices by retailers, consumers, and local authorities
  • Integration of digital tools to support sustainable logistics
  • Reduction of environmental footprint in freight and delivery systems

Expected outcomes

  • Innovative zero-emission delivery and return models
  • Increased awareness and engagement of consumers and retailers
  • Policy recommendations for local authorities
  • Demonstrated reduction in emissions and environmental impact

Who can apply / participate

  • Research organizations
  • Universities
  • SMEs
  • Industry partners
  • Public authorities
  • Likely requires multi-actor consortia including research, industry, and public bodies
  • Open to participants from EU Member States and associated countries
  • Must comply with Horizon Europe eligibility rules for Research and Innovation Actions
  • Exact consortium size and composition requirements
  • Specific funding rates and budget limits

Must check before shortlisting

  • Specific eligibility criteria and consortium requirements
  • Budget and funding rates
  • Detailed scope and expected outcomes

Money

Budget details not stated in the source information.

Application notes

  • Single-stage submission model.

Derived from official EU Funding portal source · updated 2 Jul 2026, 09:34 UTC. Use this as a shortlisting aid; the official call text remains authoritative.

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