Finding the right EU support can be complex. The Cities Portal search engine makes it easier by bringing together all available initiatives in one place. With simple filters, users can explore opportunities by type of support, geographical area and more. Complementing the thematic policy pages, it offers a different entry point and guides users in a few steps through EU initiatives based on specific search criteria.
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The “Civil Security for Society” is a cluster of the Horizon Europe Programme that funds research and innovation, including projects to help cities become more secure, and more resilient. It is especially relevant to face for tackling security threats and ...
The 5GSC Support Platform helps stakeholders take part in the ‘5G for Smart Communities’ action under the Connecting Europe Facility Digital. It provides a networking and knowledge-exchange space to stay updated on the latest opportunities and knowledge-exchange ...
This annual EU prize recognises cities that have taken outstanding steps to become accessible for persons with disabilities. It focuses on practical improvements in buildings and public spaces; transport and related infrastructure; information and ...
The Affordable Housing initiative supports the renovation of social and affordable housing to improve energy efficiency, create green jobs, and enhance living conditions. It helps local projects access technical expertise, innovation capacity and funding ...
The Circular Cities and Regions Initiative (CCRI) helps cities and regions speed up their transition to a circular economy. Funded by Horizon Europe, it supports demonstration projects, project development, and innovative solutions to reduce waste ...
The Circular City Centre - C3 is a competence and resource centre led by the European Investment Bank and co-funded by the European Commission as part of the Circular Cities and Regions Initiative (CCRI). It offers a Circular City Advisory (CCA) programme and ...
CitCom.ai Testing and Experimentation Facility (TEF) offers AI startups and small firms access to subsidised test and experimentation facilities for AI models and robots focused on smart and sustainable cities and communities. Participants can test and ...
The European Union is co-funding 4 pioneering projects that together form the foundation of the CitiVerse. While each has its own focus, they actively collaborate to exchange knowledge, align approaches, and maximise collective impact. Together they form a ...
The Citizen Energy Advisory Hub (CEAH) offers support and technical assistance to local authorities, citizens, small firms, small NGOs, third sector bodies, households and energy communities, through project support, capacity building and sharing experience of ...
CIVITAS is a network of over 330 cities dedicated to sustainable urban transport. It offers local authorities practical support to develop, test, and implement innovative transport solutions, such as cleaner vehicles, better public transport, active mobility ...
The CIVITAS Awards recognise cities and individuals for their achievements in mobility across various categories, including bold measures, technical innovation, resilience, stakeholder involvement, and citizen engagement or public participation.
Clean Energy for EU Islands is a platform which supports Europe’s islands communities in their transition to clean energy, by connecting them with peers and experts, and providing guidance to help develop and advance sustainable projects.
The Climate -ADAPT Urban Adaptation Support Tool helps cities and regions prepare for climate change. It guides local authorities step by step on how to assess climate risks, plan and design adaptation actions, find funding, and monitor progress. The tool ...
The EIB Climate Adaptation Investment Advisory Platform (ADAPT) is a new initiative developed as part of the EIB Climate Adaptation Plan, with the aim of directly contributing to the objectives of the EU Adaptation Strategy. ADAPT is an advisory platform that ...
The Common European Mobility Data Space creates a trusted environment for sharing and accessing mobility data to support safer, smarter, and more sustainable transport services. By connecting public authorities, private operators, and service providers ...
The “Digital” branch of the Connecting Europe Facility finances the expansion of broadband, the deployment of 5G services and the reinforcement of secure digital connectivity for public services. Funding helps municipalities improve digital infrastructure ...
The “Energy” branch of the Connecting Europe Facility finances the modernisation of local energy infrastructure and the integration of cities into a secure, low-carbon European energy system. Support includes smart grid deployment, cross-border renewable ...
Mobility and transport • Environment, climate and resources • Public service delivery • Transport Alternative Fuels Infrastructure facility
The Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service (CAMS) platform provides reliable data and forecasts about air quality, greenhouse gases, and the atmosphere to help public authorities, cities, and other organisations make informed decisions ..
The Copernicus Data Space Ecosystem platform gives instant access to data about our planet, its land, oceans, and atmosphere, collected by Copernicus satellites. Cities can use this data to better understand and manage their environment. The Copernicus Browser ...