Master Lump Sum Funding: Confidently Budget your EU Projects!
Lump sum funding is a financial mechanism introduced by the European Commission to simplify project financing under programs like Horizon Europe. By providing a predetermined budget for project deliverables, it reduces the administrative burden associated with traditional cost reporting. However, careful budget planning is essential to ensure financial viability and successful project execution. What is Lump Sum Funding? In lump sum funding, projects receive a fixed amount to achieve specific deliverables and milestones, regardless of the actual costs incurred. This approach shifts the focus from detailed financial reporting to the successful completion of project activities. While it simplifies financial [...]
Innovarum promotes circularity in new awareness campaign
On April 10th, 2025, Innovarum attended a conference on bioparks organized at the Lleida-Alguaire Airport by the Diputación de Lleida, called Conference on Bioparks: an industrial model contributing to the sustainability of the Primary sector and the economy diversification, where Innovarum had the opportunity to present the MainstreamBIO project and its connection with circularity and bioeconomy in rural areas. The event, which brought together more than 200 people, including experts, companies, research centers, high school students, and public administration representatives, served to deepen this new concept [...]
Bio-based fertilisers and soil amendments: a path to sustainable agriculture
Synthetic fertilisers have enabled to more than double agricultural production over the last century. However, despite their critical importance for our food systems, their widespread use generates multiple negative impacts (e.g., GHG emissions, soil degradation, eutrophication) and endangers environmental and human health. Furthermore, they are obtained from non-renewable sources (e.g., phosphate and potassium ores) and rely on highly energy demanding processes for their manufacture (e.g., ammonia production through the Haber-Bosch process contributes to approximately 2% of the global carbon emissions) posing a global sustainability challenge.There is therefore a pressing need to reduce the use and impacts of synthetic fertilisers in [...]
Funding opportunities beyond Horizon Europe’s cluster 6
In the field of research and innovation, Horizon Europe has positioned itself as one of the most important programs for obtaining funding in the areas of agri-food, bioeconomy, natural resources, and environment. However, this year has seen a notable absence of calls from February in cluster 6, which has left many researchers and entities seeking alternatives to fund their proposals and innovations. Despite this pause in calls for cluster 6, Horizon Europe continues to offer funding opportunities through other mechanisms and calls that have been active in recent months. In fact, cascading funding, calls initiated by partnerships, or by the [...]
Ready for the healthy and tasty food revolution? Get to know Sustain-a-bite EU project
European diets are imbalanced, with excessive consumption of protein, primarily from animals- twice the recommended amount per capita. At the same time, the intake of dietary fibre and essential micronutrients such as iron (Fe), zinc (Zn), calcium (Ca), and vitamins is too low.In response, plant-based food alternatives are gaining popularity, but many rely on ultra-processed ingredients, such as protein isolates, that lack essential nutrients and contain excessive levels of additives. Healthier plant-based options are often dismissed by consumers due to their taste, texture, and higher costs. Current food systems are unsustainable Meat- and dairy-based food production has a strong [...]
Embracing a Week Without Meat: Innovarum Takes the Challenge
The "Week Without Meat" is a global campaign encouraging individuals to eliminate meat from their diets for seven days. Originating in the Netherlands, this initiative aims to raise awareness about the environmental, health, and ethical implications of meat consumption. By challenging participants to explore plant-based alternatives, the campaign fosters sustainable eating habits and reduces the ecological footprint associated with meat production.The relevance of this initiative is underscored by the significant impact of meat production on the environment. Livestock farming contributes to 14.5% of global greenhouse gas emissions, surpassing the entire transportation sector. Additionally, meat production demands extensive water and land [...]
4 Differences Between the Implementation of Horizon Europe and LIFE Projects
Below are 4 differences in implementing projects under the Horizon Europe program compared to the LIFE program. It is worth noting that there are more differences, such as the different reporting templates, both technical and financial (see LIFE versus Horizon Europe templates), but this post highlights just 4 of the most notable ones. Monitors (Project Officer vs. Project Advisor and External Technical Monitoring Expert) One key difference is the interaction and monitoring carried out by CINEA for LIFE projects, as opposed to the monitoring done by the European Research Executive Agency (REA) for Horizon Europe projects. In a LIFE [...]
Top 5 Considerations for Creating Digital Content for Your Project
In today’s digital-first world, creating compelling and effective digital content is essential for any project. Whether you're launching a new initiative or working within the framework of a European-funded project, strategic communication can make the difference between your project gaining traction or falling flat. At Innovarum, we specialize in enhancing the visibility of projects through impactful communication strategies. Drawing from our expertise, here are the top five considerations to keep in mind when crafting your digital content. Effective communication begins with a deep understanding of your target audience. Ask yourself: Who are they? What challenges do they face? Tailor [...]
How to Identify and Engage Stakeholders in EU Projects
Effective stakeholder engagement is the backbone of any successful EU-funded project. Whether you’re working on Horizon Europe, Interreg, or other EU initiatives, identifying and engaging the right stakeholders is essential for achieving project goals, ensuring dissemination and communication, and creating lasting impact. This blog will guide you through the process of stakeholder identification and engagement, with practical tips to ensure success. Stakeholders are individuals, groups, or organizations that can affect or be affected by your project. Engaging them effectively helps to: Amplify Impact: Stakeholders can help disseminate your results and expand the reach of your project. Gain Support: [...]
Regulation on nature restoration: What does it imply?
On the 27th of February 2024, the European Parliament narrowly approved the Regulation on Nature Restoration by 329 votes in favour, 275 against and 24 abstentions. However, it was not until the 17th of June 2024 when the European Council, not without internal debate between countries (Finland, Hungary, Italy, the Netherlands, Poland and Sweden rejected the regulation, while Belgium abstained), finally gave the green light to its approval. Finally, on the 18th of August 2024, this Regulation came into force in the EU.GoalsUnder the new Regulation, Member States must restore at least 30% of habitats (from forests, grasslands and wetlands [...]