EU Missions are large-scale initiatives under Horizon Europe setting clear, time-bound goals that drive focused efforts towards some of our greatest challenges such as climate change, cancer, ocean restoration, soil health, and the development of climate-neutral and smart cities. By bringing together researchers, policymakers, citizens, and stakeholders, EU Missions pool the necessary resources to drive innovation and deliver concrete solutions for societal benefit.
The European Commission has launched five EU Missions:
EU Missions. Adaptation to Climate Change - Aiming to guide at least 150 communities through understanding climate risks, developing pathways for preparation, and implementing innovative solutions by 2030.
EU Missions. Cancer - Improving the lives of more than 3 million people by 2030 through prevention, cure and for those affected by cancer including their families, to live longer and better.
EU Missions. Climate-Neutral and Smart Cities - Deliver 100 climate-neutral and smart cities by 2030 and ensure that these cities act as experimentation and innovation hubs to enable all European cities to follow suit by 2050.
EU Missions. Soil Deal for Europe - Establish 100 living labs and lighthouses to lead the transition towards healthy soils by 2030.
EU Missions. Restore Our Ocean and Waters - Protecting and restoring our ocean and waters through innovation and action by 2030.
Mission Managers are appointed in the European Commission to lead the implementation of EU Missions and represent them externally.
Mission Managers represent the following policy departments of the European Commission:
Directorate General for Climate Action (DG CLIMA)
Directorate-General for Research and Innovation (DG RTD)
Directorate-General for Maritime Affairs Fisheries (DG MARE)
Directorate-General for Environment (DG ENV)
Directorate-General for Agriculture and Rural Development (DG AGRI)
EU Missions. Adaptation to Climate Change - Projects
EU Missions. Cancer - Project clusters
EU Missions. Climate-Neutral and Smart Cities - 112 Mission Cities
EU Missions. Soil Deal for Europe – Funded projects
EU Missions. Restore Our Ocean and Waters – Horizon Mission projects
EU Missions. Adaptation to Climate Change
EU Missions. Climate-Neutral and Smart Cities
EU Missions. Soil Deal for Europe
EU Missions. Restore Our Ocean and Waters