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Horizon Europe Cluster 6 — Food, Bioeconomy, Natural Resources & Environment

Circular Living Labs for Cities and Regions

Funds city and regional living labs that deploy, scale and replicate circular systems with public, business and citizen partners.

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Many circular-economy concepts have been demonstrated, but cities and regions still struggle to deploy them as connected systems. This topic shifts the emphasis from isolated pilots to place-based ecosystems that can implement and replicate practical solutions.

Projects must set up living labs led by or centred on local and regional public authorities. The labs should bring together citizens, com

Projects must set up living labs led by or centred on local and regional public authorities. The labs should bring together citizens, companies, researchers, start-ups, social-economy organisations and finance actors to deploy circular systemic solutions, monitor results and build the governance and skills needed for scaling.

CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Annual
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.22 weeks
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Grant
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.30%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.€10M

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Last verified: 25 Aug 2026Funder reference: HORIZON-CL6-2026-01-CIRCBIO-01-TWO-STAGESource: ec.europa.eu