CIP - Competitiveness and Innovation framework Programme (2007-2013)

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On the 6th April 2005, the European Commission has adopted the proposal for a Decision of the European Parliament and the Council on establishing a Competitiveness and Innovation framework Programme (CIP) for the period 2007-2013.

The framework Programme will provide a coherent framework for all Community actions implemented in the field of entrepreneurship, SMEs, industrial competitiveness, innovation, ICT development and use, environmental technologies and intelligent energy.

The proposed framework Programme is structured around three main blocks of activities:

  • The Entrepreneurship and Innovation Programme, particularly focussing on SMEs
  • The ICT Policy Support Programme, to support the adoption of ICTs in business, administrations and public sector services
  • The Intelligent Energy Europe Programme

The foreseen budget for the CIP is EUR 4.21 billion.

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Open Invites
Work Programme 2007
FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions
Results of the Consultation
Consultation document on a framework Programme for Competitiveness and Innovation
Decision of the european Parliament and the Council establishing a Competitiveness and Innovation Framework Programme

Last update: Monday, February 25, 2008