Novel combinations of knowledge and research methods to address social issues and advance a fair green transition of neighbourhoods

Overview

Funding for transdisciplinary research projects that combine scientific and local community knowledge to address social challenges hindering a fair green transition in neighbourhoods. Targets researchers, public authorities, and neighbourhood actors developing innovative methods to inform policy and planning.

Who Can Apply

Consortia of legal entities (e.g., universities, research institutions, public bodies, NGOs, private organisations) from eligible EU Member States and Associated Countries. Projects must involve social sciences and humanities (SSH) experts and local community stakeholders.

Funding Details

• Maximum grant amount: €5,500,000
• Funding rate: Not specified (lump-sum model)
• At least 0.8% of the budget must be allocated to engage with the Horizon Europe-funded "New European Bauhaus hub for results and impact."

What Is Funded

• Development of transdisciplinary approaches to investigate social issues (e.g., housing affordability, energy poverty, green space access) affecting the green transition in neighbourhoods.
• Integration of local community knowledge with scientific methods to generate actionable insights.
• Testing and validation of approaches in at least three neighbourhoods (urban, peri-urban, rural) across different eligible countries.
• Creation of guidelines and recommendations for policymakers, planners, and public service designers.

Technology / Maturity Requirements

• Technology Readiness Level (TRL): 4–6 (validation in lab to relevant environment).

Key Dates

• Open date: 2027-05-04
• Deadline: 2027-11-30

Application Process (High-Level)

• Single-stage submission via the Funding & Tenders Portal.
• Proposals must adhere to page limits and templates outlined in the Horizon Europe Work Programme.

Geographic Scope & Language

• Eligible countries: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Norway, Iceland, United Kingdom, Switzerland.
• Application language: English.

Notes

• Projects must follow a participatory and transdisciplinary approach, involving diverse actors and disciplines.
• Emphasis on societal impact, with mandatory engagement with the New European Bauhaus hub.
• Lump-sum funding model applies; detailed budget tables required.