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 EIT KIC will connect top partners and steer innovation to strengthen the blue economy and Europe’s competitiveness.
The Call for Proposals for the new KIC is open until 17 June 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.
More information: https://eit.europa.eu/our-activities/call-for-eit-communities/eit-water