The European Partnership FOREST has launched its first transnational call, FORESTPathways, with an indicative public funding commitment of up to €40 million from 36 funding organisations across 27 countries.
Deadline: December 2, 2026, at 13:00 CET.
Scope: Europe and international · R&D&I consortia · Biomaterials · Bioeconomy.
What is the call looking for?
The call is structured around four topics: climate-resilient forest systems; adaptive and multifunctional forest management; wood and innovative wood-based products; and forest value chains, markets, and governance.
Topic 3 is particularly relevant for startups and technology centres working on biomaterials, fibre-based products, advanced materials, forest resource valorisation, and solutions that replace conventional materials with renewable alternatives.
Topic 4 may be of interest to projects focused on business models, sustainable value chains, and the transition towards a more circular bioeconomy.
Who can apply?
Transnational research and innovation consortia. Each participant receives funding through its national or regional funding agency and must comply with the specific eligibility rules and requirements of that funding body.
How to apply
The call follows a two-stage application process. The first key deadline is December 2, 2026, for the submission of pre-proposals.
Source: FOREST Partnership