Open topic on driving innovation uptake of disaster risk solutions

Overview

Supports the adoption and integration of high-TRL disaster risk solutions to enhance societal resilience against hazards, including climate-related risks. Targets public and private sector organizations involved in disaster risk management, focusing on scaling and commercializing proven technologies.

Who Can Apply

Consortia involving at least three first responders or national disaster risk management authorities from three different EU Member States or Associated Countries. Eligible applicants include research institutions, SMEs, public bodies, and private entities. Entities directly or indirectly controlled by China are excluded.

Funding Details

Maximum grant amount: €6,000,000. Funding is provided as a lump sum.

What Is Funded

• Adoption and integration of high-TRL (7-9) disaster risk solutions into existing frameworks for prevention, preparedness, response, and recovery.
• Development of governance and coordination models for multi-hazard and cascading risk scenarios.
• Large-scale pilot projects and demonstrations to validate real-world effectiveness.
• Strategies for scaling and commercializing innovative technologies.
• Digital tools, AI-driven analytics, IoT, and digital twins to enhance disaster preparedness.
• Synergies with other EU disaster resilience initiatives, such as the Knowledge for Action in Prevention & Preparedness (KAPP) funding call.
• Visibility and dissemination of project results to stakeholders, including policymakers and the public.

Technology / Maturity Requirements

Projects must focus on solutions at Technology Readiness Levels (TRL) 7 to 9.

Key Dates

• Open date: 2026-05-05
• Deadline: 2026-11-04

Application Process (High-Level)

Single-stage application process. Proposals must be submitted via the Funding & Tenders Portal using the standard application form for Horizon Europe Research and Innovation Actions (RIA) or Innovation Actions (IA).

Post-Award Obligations

• Use of Copernicus and/or Galileo/EGNOS for satellite-based data if applicable.
• Reporting and dissemination of project results, including visibility efforts targeting the European Civil Protection Forum and the Disaster Risk Management Knowledge Centre.
• The granting authority may object to transfers of ownership or exclusive licensing of results for up to four years post-project.

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 address technical, regulatory, financial, or social barriers to deployment.
• Gender dimension integration is required only if relevant to the project’s objectives.
• Proposals must align with the EU’s disaster resilience objectives and the Preparedness Union Strategy.