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Regulation (EU) 2021/695
TitleRegulation (EU) 2021/695
TypeRegulation
Number2021/695
MadebyEuropean Parliament and Council of the European Union
MadeunderTreaty on the Functioning of the European Union
JournalOfficial Journal of the European Union
Date28 April 2021
Commenced12 May 2021
SummaryEstablishes Horizon Europe
ReplacesRegulation (EU) No 1291/2013
StatusCurrent

Regulation (EU) 2021/695 is a foundational legal act of the European Union that establishes the Horizon Europe framework programme for research and innovation for the period 2021-2027. Adopted by the European Parliament and the Council of the European Union on 28 April 2021, it succeeds the previous Framework Programme, Horizon 2020. This regulation sets the legal basis, objectives, structure, and budgetary provisions for the European Union's flagship initiative to strengthen its scientific and technological bases, foster industrial competitiveness, and address global challenges.

The regulation is founded primarily on Article 173 and Article 182 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union, which empower the European Union to implement a multi-annual framework programme for research. Its overarching objectives are to deliver scientific, technological, economic, and societal impact across the European Union, strengthen the European Research Area, and support the implementation of the European Union's policies, including the European Green Deal and Europe's Digital Decade. The regulation aims to foster collaboration between the European Union, member states, and associated countries like Switzerland and the United Kingdom.

Establishment of Horizon Europe

The regulation formally establishes the Horizon Europe programme, defining its duration from 1 January 2021 to 31 December 2027, aligning with the Multiannual Financial Framework of the European Union. It provides the programme with legal personality and the capacity to implement its budget, which is managed by the European Commission, primarily through the Directorate-General for Research and Innovation. The establishment of Horizon Europe was a key priority following the conclusion of Horizon 2020, aiming to increase the European Union's resilience and strategic autonomy in fields like healthcare and artificial intelligence.

Structure and pillars

Horizon Europe is structured around three key pillars designed to support different stages of innovation. Pillar I, "Excellent Science," funds frontier research through the European Research Council and supports early-stage researchers via the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions. Pillar II, "Global Challenges and European Industrial Competitiveness," is the largest component, supporting collaborative research in clusters addressing issues from climate change to cybersecurity, and includes the Joint Research Centre. Pillar III, "Innovative Europe," aims to scale up market-creating innovations and is implemented through the newly created European Innovation Council.

Budget and financial provisions

The regulation sets the maximum financial envelope for Horizon Europe at €95.5 billion in current prices, a significant increase from its predecessor, Horizon 2020. This budget includes contributions from the NextGenerationEU recovery instrument to bolster the European Union's post-COVID-19 pandemic resilience. The financial rules specify provisions for grants, prizes, and procurement, and detail participation rules for entities from member states, associated countries, and international partners. Management is delegated to various bodies, including the European Commission and executive agencies like the European Research Executive Agency.

Governance and implementation

Governance involves several strategic bodies to ensure effective implementation. The regulation establishes a **Programme Committee** to assist the European Commission and mandates the creation of a **Strategic Configuration** for high-level guidance. The European Commission is responsible for adopting the **Strategic Plan**, which defines the programme's multiannual priorities. Implementation is further supported by partnerships with industry and member states, such as those under EuroHPC Joint Undertaking, and relies on a network of National Contact Points across countries like Germany and France.

Amendments and repeals

The regulation repeals and replaces the previous framework programme regulation, Regulation (EU) No 1291/2013, which established Horizon 2020. It also amends several other related legal acts, including Regulation (EU) No 1290/2013 on the rules for participation. The regulation includes provisions for its own amendment to allow for technical adjustments and for the integration of new associated countries following decisions by the Council of the European Union, ensuring the programme can adapt to evolving geopolitical and scientific landscapes.

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