HORIZON-MISS-2023-OCEAN-01-04
European natural lakes: demonstration of integrated approaches for protection and restoration of natural lake ecosystems and their biodiversity
Plain-language summary
Demonstrate integrated approaches to protect and restore European natural lake ecosystems and biodiversity.
This call funds projects that develop and demonstrate methods to protect and restore natural lakes in Europe. It focuses on ecosystem health and biodiversity conservation. Projects should align with water and environmental policies and engage society.
Likely relevant for
- Fresh water ecology researchers
- Environmental conservation organizations
- Water management authorities
- Biodiversity restoration projects
- Nature-based solutions developers
- Societal engagement initiatives
Project signals
Focus on natural lake ecosystemsIntegrated ecosystem-based approachesRestoration and protection activitiesAlignment with Mission Restore Our Ocean and Waters
What it funds
- Development and demonstration of integrated approaches for protection and restoration of natural lake ecosystems
- Activities supporting biodiversity conservation in European natural lakes
- Implementation of ecosystem-based approaches aligned with Water Framework Directive and environmental policies
- Engagement with societal stakeholders to enhance project impact
- Use of EOSC and FAIR data principles in project data management
Expected outcomes
- Improved health and biodiversity of European natural lakes
- Validated methods for ecosystem protection and restoration
- Enhanced societal awareness and engagement in lake conservation
- Contributions to Mission Restore Our Ocean and Waters objectives
Who can apply / participate
- Research organizations
- Universities
- Public bodies
- Private companies
- NGOs
- Consortia of multiple entities
- Check if single applicants or consortia are required or allowed
- Applicants from EU Member States and associated countries
- Must align with Horizon Europe rules for Innovation Actions
- Specific eligibility conditions to be verified in call documents
- Exact consortium composition rules
- Funding rates and maximum budgets
Must check before shortlisting
- Specific eligibility criteria and consortium requirements
- Budget and funding rates
- Exact scope details and expected outcomes
Money
Budget details and funding rates are not stated and must be checked in official call documents.
Application notes
- Single-stage submission model.
Derived from official EU Funding portal source · updated 2 Jul 2026, 10:54 UTC. Use this as a shortlisting aid; the official call text remains authoritative.
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