Programme Category
Programme Name
Programme Description
The Cooperation Programme Interreg VI-A Greece-Cyprus 2021-2027 is a cross-border cooperation program that aims to strengthen actions between entities from the region of Crete, the regions of South and North Aegean and Cyprus.
The Programme will contribute towards a greener and more resilient Europe, towards a more social and inclusive Europe as well as to a greater security in Europe, thus becoming a strong driver for the development of the intervention area.
Identifier Code
Call
Summary
The 1st call for project proposals aims to select high-quality cross-border projects in which relevant actors will cooperate to find common solutions in areas such as environmental protection, climate change adaptation using efficient green energy solutions, risk prevention and reduction of greenhouse gas emissions as well as socio-economic development through the enhancement of culture, sustainable tourism and the social economy.
Detailed Call Description
The announcement concerns the Stage A, i.e. the submission by the potential beneficiaries of a central idea of their proposal with specific implementation data (Concept Note).
The call pertains to Priorities 1 and 2 of the Programme and specifically to the following 4 Special Objectives:
- Promoting energy efficiency and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
- Promoting climate change adaptation and disaster risk prevention and resilience, taking into account eco-system based approaches.
- Enhancing protection and preservation of nature, biodiversity and green infrastructure, including in urban areas, and reducing all forms of pollution.
- Enhancing the role of culture and sustainable tourism in economic development, social inclusion and social innovation.
The official announcement of the call is expected towards the end of November beginning of December 2023. With the announcement, the potential beneficiaries will have 45 days to submit the Concept Notes of their proposals (Stage A). Stage B will be open only to organisations whose proposals will have pass the relevant evaluation criteria as they will be published with the official announcement of the call.
Call Total Budget
Financing percentage by EU or other bodies / Level of Subsidy or Loan
80% from the European Regional Development Fund
Thematic Categories
- Culture
- Energy
- Environment and Climate Change
- Justice - Security
- Natural and Cultural Heritage
- Regional Development
- Research, Technological Development and Innovation
- Small-Medium Enterprises and Competitiveness
- Tourism
Eligibility for Participation
- Associations
- Central Government
- Chambers
- Educational Institutions
- International Organisations
- Local Authorities
- NGOs
- Non Profit Organisations
- Other Beneficiaries
- Researchers/Research Centers/Institutions
- State-owned Enterprises
Eligibility For Participation Notes
Other beneficiaries: European Grouping for Territorial Cooperation (EGTC)
Call Opening Date
Call Closing Date
National Contact Point(s)
General Directorate of Development, Ministry of Finance
Contact Persons:
Constantia Konstantinou
Planning Officer A’
Telephone: +357 22602949
Email Address: cconstantinou@mof.gov.cy
Fax: +357 22666810
Antonia Hatzikosti
Programme Officer
Telephone: +357 22602873
Email Address: ahadjicosti@mof.gov.cy
Fax: +357 22666810
Joint Secretariat of the Interreg VI-A Cooperation Program “Greece-Cyprus 2021-2027”
Address: 65 Agricultural School Avenue, 57001, Thessaloniki, Greece
Telephone: +30 2310 469 626
Email Address: jts_grcy@mou.gr