Info Sessions on the Upcoming Call for Proposals for EIT Water
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We are excited to announce a series of information sessions focusing on the upcoming Call for Proposals for a new EIT Knowledge and Innovation Community (KIC) in the water, marine, maritime sectors and ecosystems. These sessions will kick off on 18 September 2024 and will provide participants with valuable insights into the EIT innovation model, key activities and the timeline for the Call.
About the upcoming Call for Proposals
As part of its strategy for 2021-2027, the EIT will create a new Knowledge and Innovation Community (KIC) in the field of water, marine and maritime sectors and ecosystems. This was confirmed by a European Commission analysis published on 27 June 2024 that presented how the establishment of the new KIC is needed to tackle water scarcity, droughts, floods, and marine and freshwater degradation.
The Call for Proposals for the new KIC will be published in 2025 and the designated EIT KIC will be launched in 2026. The KIC will unite water, marine and maritime innovators to join the EIT Community and build a pan-European partnership that addresses the most pressing challenges facing water-related innovation ecosystems.
Information Session Details
Innovating with the EIT and creating a new partnership: 18 September 2024,
10:30–11:30 CET
During this first info session, we will introduce the EIT, our mission under Horizon Europe, and the ecosystem we have created across Europe. We will explore the role of the new KIC as a crucial milestone within the Horizon Europe framework, highlighting its potential to drive innovation in the water, marine and maritime sectors and ecosystems. Attendees will also gain insights into how innovators have successfully leveraged the support of EIT KICs to develop cutting-edge solutions in the water sector. Additionally, the info session will cover the timeline for EIT Water and key factors for developing a strong proposal.
Key EIT activities – Education, innovation and business creation: 25 September 2024,
10:30–11:30 CET
During the information session, you will learn more about the EIT's key activities in entrepreneurship education, business creation and innovation. Participants will also get to know key elements of the EIT innovation model, like the EIT Regional Innovation Scheme and the flagship EIT Community Initiatives.
Nuts and bolts of a financially sustainable innovation ecosystem: 2 October 2024,
10:30–11:30 CET
During the third information session, participants will learn about the EIT funding model and how financial sustainability is at the core of the EIT innovation model. Afterwards, we will dive deeper into the EIT and Knowledge & Innovation Community Governance, the EIT Grant Lifecycle, and the contractual relationships between the EIT and the Knowledge & Innovation Community. Finally, we will present the monitoring and evaluation instruments that the EIT uses.
These information sessions offer an excellent opportunity to get prepared for the upcoming Call for Proposals and to learn more about the EIT’s approach to creating sustainable innovation ecosystems. Register now to secure your spot and stay ahead in the innovation landscape.
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