What is a ‘Destination’ in Horizon Europe?
‘Destinations’ are described as the expected impacts identified in the Strategic Planning.
Ultimately, the destinations set out what the European Commission hopes to achieve by supporting research and innovation activities within and across individual clusters
Destination 1 - Climate sciences and responses for the transformation towards climate neutrality.
What type of topics do we expect under Destination 1?
The activities implemented under this section will enable the transition to a climate-neutral and resilient society and economy through improving the knowledge of the Earth system and the ability to predict and project its changes under different natural and socio-economic drivers.
Destination 2 - Cross-sectoral solutions for the climate transition
What type of topics do we expect under Destination 2?
In this Destination, the thematic areas which are cross-cutting by nature are expected to provide key solutions for climate, energy and mobility applications. In line with the scope of Cluster 5 such areas are batteries, hydrogen, communities and cities, early-stage breakthrough technologies as well as citizen engagement.
Destination 3 - Sustainable, secure and competitive energy supply
What type of topics do we expect under Destination 3?
The activities in this Destination are intended to target a sustainable, secure and competitive energy supply. In line with the scope of cluster 5, this includes activities in the areas of renewable energy; energy system, grids and storage; as well as Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage (CCUS).
Destination 4 - Efficient, sustainable and inclusive energy use
What type of topics do we expect under Destination 4?
This Destination addresses activities targeting the energy demand side, notably a more efficient use of energy as regards buildings and industry. It is intended to contribute to the activities of the Strategic Energy Technology Plan (SET Plan).
Destination 5 - Clean and competitive solutions for all transport modes
What type of topics do we expect under Destination 5?
This Destination addresses activities that improve the climate and environmental footprint, as well as competitiveness, of different transport modes. The areas of rail and air traffic management will be addressed through dedicated Institutional European Partnerships and are therefore might not be included in this destination.
Destination 6 - Safe Resilient Transport and Smart Mobility services for passengers and goods
What type of topics do we expect under Destination 6?
This Destination includes activities addressing safe and smart mobility services for passengers and goods.
