HORIZON-EIC-2023-ICAPITAL-PRIZE-02-2
The European Capital of Innovation Awards Rising 2023
Plain-language summary
European Capital of Innovation Awards Rising 2023 recognises cities fostering innovation and entrepreneurship.
This call awards cities that demonstrate outstanding innovation and entrepreneurship. It recognises efforts to create innovation-friendly environments. The prize highlights best practices to inspire other cities.
Likely relevant for
- City governments
- Regional innovation agencies
- Urban development organisations
Project signals
innovation ecosystem developmententrepreneurship supporturban innovation strategies
What it funds
- Recognition prize for cities demonstrating innovation excellence
- Promotion of urban innovation and entrepreneurship
Expected outcomes
- Increased visibility for awarded cities
- Sharing of best practices in urban innovation
- Encouragement of innovation-friendly policies
Who can apply / participate
- City authorities
- Municipalities
- Regional innovation bodies
- Typically single applicants representing cities
- European Union member states and associated countries
- Applicants must be cities or urban areas demonstrating innovation impact
- Exact eligibility requirements and documentation needed
Must check before shortlisting
- detailed eligibility criteria for applicant cities
- specific award categories and evaluation criteria
Money
No direct funding; this is a recognition prize without financial award.
Application notes
- Single-stage submission process.
- Prepare documentation showcasing city innovation achievements
- Submit application by deadline
- Participate in evaluation if shortlisted
- Check detailed eligibility and submission requirements on official call page
Derived from official EU Funding portal source · updated 2 Jul 2026, 10:24 UTC. Use this as a shortlisting aid; the official call text remains authoritative.
Official source text
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