Introduction to EU Missions
EU Missions
Bringing concrete solutions to some of our greatest challenges
EU Missions are a new way to bring concrete solutions to some of our greatest challenges. They are a coordinated effort by the Commission to pool the necessary resources in terms of funding programmes, policies and regulations, as well as other activities.
Each mission will provide a group of measurable actions. There have been several information days which will help you understand each EU Mission and benefits in more detail.
Visit the EU Horizon Europe site for more information on EU Missions.
Adaptation to Climate Change
The support at least 150 European regions and communities to become climate resilient by 2030 and will foster the development of innovative solutions to adapt to climate change and encourage regions, cities and communities to lead the societal transformation.
Read more on EU Mission: Adaptation to Climate Change
Cancer
Working with Europe’s Beating Cancer Plan to improve the lives of more than 3 million people by 2030 through prevention, cure and solutions to live longer and better. A mission in this area will help set common goals aiming to reverse these frightening trends in cancer. This Mission is related to Cluster 1 Health.
The goal of the Cancer Mission is work alongside the Europe’s Beating Cancer Plan to improve the lives of more than 3 million people by 2030 through prevention, cure and solutions to live longer and better. It has four objectives:
1. Understanding cancer
2. Prevention and early detection
3. Diagnosis and treatment
4. Quality of life for patients and their families
The Cancer Mission will be implemented through various EU programmes, including the EU’s Horizon Europe research and innovation funding programme. Horizon Europe will provide €378.2 million of funding for the Cancer Mission in the 2021-2023 calls. As well as the calls already announced, there are also likely to be other future calls up until 2027.
Read more on EU Mission: Cancer
Restore our Ocean and Waters by 2030
The Mission will help achieve the marine and freshwater targets of the European Green Deal, such as protecting 30% of the EU’s sea area and restoring marine eco-systems and 25 000km of free-flowing rivers.
Read more on EU Mission: Restore our Ocean and Waters
100 Climate-Neutral and Smart Cities by 2030
The Cities Mission takes a cross-sectoral and demand-led approach, creating synergies between existing initiatives and basing its activities on the actual needs of cities.
Read more on EU Mission: 100 Climate-Neutral and Smart Cities
A Soil Deal for Europe
100 living labs and lighthouses to lead the transition towards healthy soils by 2030. Life on Earth depends on healthy soils. Soil is the foundation of our food systems. It provides clean water and habitats for biodiversity while contributing to climate resilience. The Mission leads the transition towards healthy soils.
Read more on EU Mission: A Soil Deal for Europe
New European Bauhaus
Inspired by the original Bauhaus movement, the New European Bauhaus mission focuses on blending design, sustainability, and social inclusion. By funding innovative projects, this mission encourages the collaboration of designers, architects, and researchers to tackle climate change and improve urban spaces. It’s about reshaping Europe’s built environment to be more beautiful, fair, and sustainable, with a strong focus on creativity and practical solutions for the future.
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