Implementing co-funded action plans for connected regional innovation valleys

The general objective of ECIV first open call (OC1) is to support interregional innovation projects of circular economy (Technology Readiness Level or equivalent in the range 6-8), based on the specific objectives, priorities and topics identified in different value chains and industrial sectors of the ECIV regions.

Applicants are invited to submit proposals using the dedicated submission system : http://platform.eciv.eu

ECIV funding territories include:

1. Comunidad Foral de Navarra (Spain)
2. Noord Nederland comprising Groningen, Friesland and Drenthe (Netherlands)
3. Norra Mellansverige comprising regions of Värmland, Dalarna and Gävleborg (Sweden)
4. Normandie (France)
5. Scotland (United Kingdom)

Submitted proposals will be evaluated based on the pre-defined evaluation criteria and following the evaluation process described in ECIV guidelines for applicants

Applicants are strongly encouraged to carefully review the guide for applicants to ensure compliance with the ECIV framework and regional requirements.

Further information about this call can be found on the dedicated page on ECIV Open Call 1 on the ECIV website.

ECIV provides:

1. Detailed guide for applicants, that includes the text of the call
2. Interregional and regionals webinars on the first open call
3. Matchmaking platform https://www.b2match.com/e/eciv-matchmaking
4. Submission, evaluation, selection and monitoring platform http://platform.eciv.eu
5. Regional contact points at your availability for personalised advice
6. A general helpdesk: [email protected]