PES støtte går til å dekke Fragments tidsbruk og kompetanse inn mot Horizon-søknaden. Fra tidligere jobber har søknadsansvarlige Helene Gallis vært involvert I en rekke slike søknader hvorav flere ga uttelling I fullfinansierte Horizon-prosjekter.
Selve prosjektsøknaden oppsummeres slik:
The INNOHUBS project aims to transform urban public spaces into sustainable, inclusive hubs that drive innovation, aligning with EU Missions on climate adaptation, social resilience, and biodiversity. By integrating Nature-Based Solutions (NBS) and New European Bauhaus (NEB) principles, the project emphasizes the role of universities and higher education institutions as leaders in community-based innovation.
Key Objectives:
- Develop and disseminate toolkits and governance frameworks for mission-aligned public space design.
- Empower knowledge institutions to lead urban innovation.
- Foster inclusive processes for knowledge generation and sharing.
- Establish sustainable business models for maintaining public spaces.
Work Packages (WPs):
1) Visioning and Planning: Establishes a mission-aligned vision and framework.
2) Sustainable Design Principles: Develops inclusive design principles and toolkits for public spaces.
3) Digital and Technological Innovation: Creates digital platforms and citizen science tools for engagement and impact monitoring.
4) Demonstration and Knowledge Dissemination: Showcases and scales successful designs across Europe.
5) Impact Creation: Enhances project reach through strategic communication and partnerships.
6) Project Coordination and Management: Ensures smooth execution and alignment with EU Missions.
INNOHUBS focuses on creating resilient, community-centered public spaces that support the EU’s sustainability goals through interdisciplinary collaboration, digital innovation, and open science.