Open Calls

Opportunity up to 60,000

 

The European Lighthouse of AI for Sustainability (ELIAS) unites top artificial intelligence researchers and innovators to tackle some of the most pressing challenges of our time, including climate and societal changes and the energy crisis. Recognizing AI as both a powerful tool and a discipline with profound ethical and societal implications, ELIAS is committed to advancing responsible AI research and applications.

Our mission is twofold: to drive fundamental research addressing how AI can reduce computational costs, model societal impacts, and support policy decisions, and to integrate academic discoveries with industry needs. This fusion enables us to create AI solutions that are as effective as they are sustainable and socially conscious. We are now looking for SMEs/startups/NGOs to collaborate on methods, software solutions, or benchmarks into applications and services, bringing them into industrial use.

The 1st ELIAS Open Call officially closed on April 30, 2025, marking a significant milestone in our mission to foster AI-driven innovation for sustainability. We were thrilled to receive over 200 proposals from 32 countries, showcasing a diverse and dynamic range of ideas at the intersection of technology, sustainability, and societal impact.

After a rigorous evaluation process, we are proud to announce the four pioneering projects selected for funding and support. These initiatives stand out for their potential to deliver real-world solutions using AI, contributing to a more sustainable, inclusive, and resilient Europe.

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ELIAS Reveals the Winners of Its First Open Call: Pioneering AI Solutions for a Sustainable Future

Press Release – ELIAS announces the winners of its first Open Call, funding four innovative AI projects tackling key sustainability challenges across Europe. These projects will receive support to develop solutions for a greener, fairer future.

Check out ELIAS 1st Open Call Ranking List

ELIAS 1st Open Call: Q&A Session

Join our online Q&A session to get all the details, ask your questions, and discover how your AI project can secure up to €60,000 in funding!

📅 When? March 26, 2025 – 10 AM (CET)
🔗 Join us on Zoom: Click here

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with the ELIAS team and explore how AI can drive sustainability!

ELIAS 1st Open Call

Join ELIAS for a 6-month project funded by the European Union and receive:

♦ Up to € 60.000 (lump sum) to develop AI/Machine Learning applications for Sustainability

♦ Visibility through ELIAS online channels and events, and dissemination in the ELIAS
community.

♦ The funding follows a payment schedule with one unique payment after the publication of results.

Deadline: April 30th (midnight CEST)

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