Research and Innovation for Sustainability
In FUNPASOS we promote and develop research and innovation projects with the aim of responding to the great challenges of social, environmental and economic issues that we face in the current context. Collaboration, creativity, and the scientific-technical knowledge are the pillars of our action to move towards a more sustainable, fair, and resilient development model.
More than 20 years of experience in innovative projects
We have a highly qualified technical team and with more than 20 years of experience in the design, drafting, management and technical execution of projects at european, national, regional and international level. We have participated in multiple initiatives within programs such as LIFE, ERASMUS+, HORIZON 2020, OPERATIONAL GROUPS, among others, covering a wide range of topics related to sustainability and social innovation.
From the initial idea until the full implementation of the project, we offer you a integral accompaniment that includes:
• Identification of the most appropriate funding program.
• Writing of technical proposals and supporting reports.
• Management of consortia and strategic alliances.
• Administrative and technical coordination of the projects.
• Evaluation of results and impact reports.
Areas of specialization
In FUNPASOS we are specialists in the applied research and innovation in sustainability, especially in key sectors such as:
• Environment and energy: energy efficiency, renewable energies, water management, waste, circular economy, mitigation and adaptation to climate change.
• Mobility and sustainable city: clean transport, urban planning, resilient, green infrastructure.
• Agriculture and sustainable construction: regenerative production models, efficiency in the use of natural resources, building and environmental criteria.
• Information and communication technologies (ICT) applied to sustainability.
• Cultural and natural heritage, training, entrepreneurship, green and environmental health.
What is a european project?
A european project it is an initiative undertaken by public or private institutions of the European Union, aimed to solve common problems or to take advantage of opportunities of development, always with an international approach and collaborative. These projects are typically funded through specific programmes of the EU, and can be led or co-participated by local authorities, NGOS, companies, research centres or universities.
What european programmes exist to fund projects?
The European Union has programs of direct funding to promote its community policies, including:
• European Regional Development Fund (ERDF): Supports sustainable regional and urban development.
• European Social Fund (ESF): Promotes social inclusion, employment and good governance.
• Cohesion Fund: Funds projects that reduce disparities between regions.
• Horizon 2020: Program funding framework for research and innovation at european level.
• LIFE Programme: Focused on the environment and climate action.
• ERASMUS+: For the education, training and international cooperation.
• Interreg: Promotes territorial cooperation between european regions to address common challenges through projects, cross-border, transnational and interregional.
What is a european programme?
The european programmes are the instruments used by the European Union to directly fund actions that materialize their policies. Allow the member States and their organizations to gain access to funds that drive innovation, international cooperation and sustainable development.
In FUNPASOS we assist public and private entities to transforming innovative ideas into viable projects, sustainable and with real impact. If you are thinking of participating in a european project or develop an innovation initiative, count on us as your strategic ally.