Library FAQ
If my proposal is unsuccessful, can I rebut expert comments when resubmitting?
Yes. If unsuccessful at short or full proposal stage and you wish to resubmit an improved proposal, you will be offered the opportunity to rebut experts' comments. For a short-stage resubmission four new experts will be asked to take rebuttal elements into acc...
What are reimbursable advances under the EIC?
Reimbursable advances may be introduced in 2022; they would be limited to a maximum of EUR 2.5 million, reimburse up to 70% of eligible innovation costs, be interest-free and repaid on an agreed schedule. If you cannot or do not want to reimburse, the advance...
What are the categories and population requirements for the European Capital of Innovation Awards?
There are two categories: European Capital of Innovation (cities with a minimum population of 250,000; where no such city exists the closest city with at least 50,000 may apply) and European Rising Innovative City (towns and cities with 50,000 to 249,999 inhab...
What compliance checks may be required for applicants or beneficiaries?
Checks such as KYC (Know Your Customer), AML/CTF (Anti-Money Laundering / Combating the Financing of Terrorism), tax compliance, sanctions, etc., may be required.
What does the ‘do no significant harm’ requirement mean for projects?
Projects must comply with the ‘do no significant harm’ principle enshrined in Article 17 of the EU Taxonomy Regulation as part of the eligibility criteria.
What financial instruments may the EIC investment component include in future years?
In future years the investment component may include reimbursable advances, loan guarantees and other forms of financial instruments, in complementarity with support under the InvestEU programme.
What is the maximum grant amount for ‘grant only’ EIC Accelerator applications?
For ‘grant only’ applications the maximum is €2.5 million.
What is the minimum TRL requirement referenced in the work programme?
It is to be interpreted as all aspects of TRL 4 completed as a minimum.
When are Seals of Excellence awarded?
Seals of Excellence are only awarded if you have given consent to share data about your application with other alternative funding bodies. They will also be awarded to companies who attended jury interviews following the 2021 cut-offs and were not awarded fund...
When did the call open and can the dates change?
The call will open on 1 March 2022. The Director-General responsible may decide to open the call up to one month prior or after that date and may delay the deadline(s) by up to two months.
Where can I find the EIC Investment Guidelines?
The EIC Investment Guidelines will be made available on the EIC website.
Which types of innovations will not be funded by the EIC?
Innovations that significantly harm the environment (contravening the ‘do no significant harm’ principle of the EU Taxonomy Regulation), that significantly harm social welfare, that are primarily designed for military applications, or that fall into other fiel...
Who is eligible to apply for the European Innovation Procurement Awards and what are the prize amounts?
Eligible applicants include public and/or private procurers, individuals/natural persons and legal entities located in EU Member States (including OCTs) or Associated Countries to Horizon Europe. In 2022 each of the three categories will reward the winner with...
Who may take investment decisions after the transition phase in 2022?
Following the transition phase in 2022, investment decisions may also be taken by other EIC Investment Partners.
Can applicants who have already received an EU or Euratom prize receive this prize?
Applicants who have already received an EU or Euratom prize cannot receive a second prize for the same activities.
Does participation via remote communication count for honoraria?
Yes. Participation at plenary meetings through remote communication must count as physical presence at the meeting for the purpose of establishing the appropriate honoraria.
How are honoraria payments to EIC Board members authorised and validated?
Payments are authorised by the Agency based on an attendance list validated by the EIC Board President and the Director of the Agency or their deputies, indicating whether each member attended the entire meeting (full attendance) or only part of it (partial at...
What allowance is payable to external independent experts for monitoring, ethics and policy advice?
A special allowance of EUR 450 per day will be paid to experts appointed in their personal capacity who act independently and in the public interest. Type of action: Expert contracts. Indicative budget: EUR 5 230 000. Indicative opening: From Q1 2023.
What are the expected results of the Humanitarian Innovators prize?
Support development and scaling of disruptive innovations that deliver more cost-effective, sustainable and higher-quality aid, optimising humanitarian funding and enhancing response to urgent needs (e.g. shelter, water and sanitation, energy, food, hygiene, p...
What are the prize amounts for the Humanitarian Innovators contest?
1st prize: EUR 250 000; 2nd prize: EUR 150 000; 3rd prize: EUR 100 000.
What award criteria will the jury use to assess applications?
Criteria include: an innovative solution tested successfully and safely at sufficient scale and adaptable/scalable across humanitarian settings; quality and sustainability using advanced technologies; affordability and cost-effectiveness versus existing soluti...
What does the communication, outreach and events action cover and what is its budget?
It covers maintenance and management of the EIC website and social media, creation of content, thematic campaigns, media relations, organising EIC Summit 2024, Awards Ceremonies, presence at key events, and the Social Innovation Academia. Indicative budget: EU...
What is the daily reimbursement for high-level experts for daily expenses other than plenary meetings?
Daily expenses other than plenary meetings shall be reimbursed based on time spent and at the request of the Agency, of a daily amount of EUR 1 000.
What is the Humanitarian Innovators prize for?
To reward tested and proven use cases of disruptive innovation based on advanced technologies and services (including digital technologies) that change the paradigm and promote more efficient humanitarian aid delivery, providing assistance to vulnerable people...