As of: 03.07.2009EU funding for environmental research encourages a variety of projects

Funding for environmental technologies in FP7 has resulted in a series of promising research projects. Such investment into R&D can potentially lead to real environmental benefits.

The environmental sector is a high priority for FP7, and has been allocated a significant budget of €1.89 billion from the overall €54 billion. By placing this emphasis on environmental research, the EU has ensured that the growing needs and concerns of the future will be met by a whole host of eco-innovations and energy-efficient solutions.

Two fundamental objectives guide the allocation of FP7 funding for environmental research. To qualify for such funding, projects must fall into either of two key categories:

1. Sustainable development and responsible resource use; or
2. Innovative environmental technologies and services.

A selection of projects founded by the FP7 and further information and links to continous information can be found at:
http://ec.europa.eu/environment/etap/inaction/showcases/eu/410_en.html.

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