Environment

The main objective of research for the environment under FP7 is to promote sustainable management of both man-made and natural environment and its resources. To this end, increased knowledge on the interaction between the climate, biosphere, ecosystems and human activities is sought and, new environmentally-friendly technologies, tools and services are developed.

What will be funded?
As environmental problems extend beyond national frontiers and natural resources are under pressure, Europe needs a new sustainable relationship with the environment.

Funded actions focus on:
• Predicting climate, ecological, earth and ocean systems changes;
• Tools and technologies for monitoring, prevention and mitigation of environmental pressures and risks including on health;
• Sustainability of the natural and man-made environment.

• Funding in this area will also improve competitiveness and strengthen European industries' position in world markets for environmental technologies.

Budget
The EU has earmarked a total of € 1.9 billion for funding this theme over the duration of FP7.