CBE JU 2026 Call for Project Proposals

About

An open call for collaborative project proposals in the circular bio-based sector, offering substantial funding to support innovation and research initiatives across Europe. Participants can engage in networking events and utilize a pre-check service to enhance their proposals, ensuring alignment with Horizon Europe guidelines.

Benefits

• 💰Total Funding
  €170.7 million available across 13 topics
• 🎓Funding Types
  Funding supports Innovation Actions, Research and Innovation Actions, and Coordination and Support Actions
• 📋Proposal Pre-check
  Applicants can benefit from a proposal pre-check service to improve proposal quality.

Eligibility Criteria

• All stakeholders of the circular bio-based sector are invited to apply
• Projects must be collaborative and involve partners from different EU Member States or Associated Countries
• Proposals must be submitted electronically via the EU Funding & Tenders Portal.

Participation Commitments

• Proposals must follow the rules and procedures of Horizon Europe
• Applicants are encouraged to consult the CBE JU Annual Work Programme 2026 for full topic descriptions, requirements, and conditions
• Participation in networking events to facilitate building consortia and improving proposal quality.

Target Region

Europe

Target Sector

Bio-based industries