This funding call focuses on advancing taxonomic approaches to support biodiversity conservation and policy implementation under the European Green Deal, EU biodiversity strategy for 2030, and the Kunming-Montréal Global Biodiversity Framework. The call aims to strengthen the taxonomic community's capacity, foster strategic expertise development, and enhance knowledge transfer. Key activities include filling gaps in taxonomic expertise, piloting innovative approaches, developing strategies for capacity building, and creating a comprehensive open repository for biodiversity data. Projects are expected to address one of two focus areas: Area A emphasizes maximizing the impact of taxonomic work and monitoring efforts, while Area B targets expanding genomic data accessibility and establishing a European biodiversity genomics system. Collaboration with European and international biodiversity initiatives is encouraged. Grants may also include financial support for third parties to address specific taxonomic gaps.

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.