This call aims to support the implementation of the zero pollution action plan by deploying safe and sustainable bio-based solutions. These solutions focus on supplying sustainable biogenic carbon, aligning with the industrial carbon management strategy. The key objective is to enhance knowledge about the environmental impacts of producing primary biological resources for industrial bio-based systems on air, water, soil quality, biodiversity, and climate.

The projects under this call will assess the environmental sustainability of primary biomass production for bio-based industrial systems. These systems are intended for producing bio-based chemicals, materials, and products excluding food, feed, biofuels, and bioenergy. Specific tasks include identifying primary agricultural crops grown for bio-based products, collecting data on these crops' volumes and geographical distribution, and quantitatively analyzing environmental impacts such as GHG emissions, nitrogen and phosphorus emissions, land use changes, water use, and impacts on biodiversity.

The multi-actor approach and international cooperation are encouraged, and methodologies must align with similar recent projects such as MIDAS and MarginUp.

Opening: 06-05-2025
Deadline(s): 17-09-2025

Data provided by Ghent University

This funding opportunity represents a pre-agreed draft that has not yet been officially approved by the European Commission. The final, approved version is expected to be published in the first quarter of 2025. This draft is provided for informational purposes and may be used to preliminarily form consortia and develop project ideas, but it is offered without any guarantees or warranties.