EU Horizon Europe Call: Data-Driven Governance for Climate-Resilient WASH Services
This Horizon Europe call invites consortia to develop and scale innovative governance models for water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) services in climate-vulnerable regions. The focus is on leveraging real-time data, citizen feedback, and predictive analytics to ensure long-term sustainability and equity. The project must include capacity building for local utilities and municipalities on data privacy, financial management, and participatory governance.
Strategic Overview
This Horizon Europe call invites consortia to develop and scale innovative governance models for water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) services in climate-vulnerable regions. The focus is on leveraging real-time data, citizen feedback, and predictive analytics to ensure long-term sustainability and equity. The project must include capacity building for local utilities and municipalities on data privacy, financial management, and participatory governance.
Who is it For?
Research and innovation consortia comprising universities, NGOs, and private sector partners from at least three EU member states and low/middle-income countries.
Priorities
The call aligns with the EU's Green Deal and Digital Strategy, prioritizing climate adaptation, circular economy, and data-driven public services. Thematic areas include integrated water resource management, non-revenue water reduction, and inclusive sanitation.
Eligibility
Consortia must include at least one partner from a Horizon Europe associated country. Budgets can range from €3-5 million for a 36-month project. Technical expertise in big data, machine learning, and WASH engineering is required, along with a dissemination plan for policy impact.
Path to Success
GSLI's interdisciplinary approach ensures technical and governance excellence. Phase 1: Co-creation of a data governance framework using 'Data Privacy and Protection' and 'Water, Sanitation, Hygiene Training Workshop'. Phase 2: Training for local officials on 'Financial Management for NGOs' and 'Project Planning and Management' for efficient use of resources. Phase 3: Pilot implementation with citizen engagement tools from 'Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning'. Phase 4: Policy recommendation and scaling via 'Writing Winning Proposals'. GSLI courses strengthen the consortium's capacity to deliver robust, sustainable WASH governance.
Recommended GSLI Courses
- Water, Sanitation, Hygiene Training Workshop
- Data Privacy and Protection
- Financial Management for NGOs
- Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning
- Writing Winning Proposals
Deadline: 2026-09-15
Persona: WASH
Urgency: Normal