LDT4SSC
Open Call 3 · Status: Open

Third Round of Open Calls

The Local Digital Twins for Smart and Sustainable Communities (LDT4SSC) project, funded by the Digital Europe Programme (DEP), invites applications for its third Open Call across all three Work Strands — interconnecting, creating and enhancing Local Digital Twins across Europe.

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€1M
Max / Consortium
50%
Co-funding
18 mo
Max Duration
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Open Call 3

What is Open Call 3?

Open Call 3 covers all three Work Strands — interconnecting existing Local Digital Twins, creating new ones, and advancing AI-powered capabilities in the EU LDT Toolbox.

01

Work Strand 1

Interconnecting existing Local Digital Twins for cross-border data exchange, shared services and interoperability.

02

Work Strand 2

Creation of new Local Digital Twins based on shared challenges across cities and communities.

03

Work Strand 3

Adding new and advanced AI services and innovative open-source components to the EU LDT Toolbox.

Benefits

Why apply?

01. Interconnect & Build Digital Twins

Connect existing LDTs or create new ones from the ground up to address shared urban and regional challenges across European communities.

02. Secure Financial Support

Access substantial EU funding through the Digital Europe Programme to de-risk innovation and pilot new solutions at up to €1M per consortium.

03. Access the EU LDT Toolbox

Build on open-source specifications and tools developed within the LDT4SSC project ecosystem.

04. Advance AI Capabilities

Contribute cutting-edge AI services that simulate future scenarios and enhance decision-making for smart communities.

Key Dates

What to remember?

13 May 2026
Launch
Applications open and all documents available for download
13 July 2026 · 23:59 CEST
Deadline
All applications must be submitted to applications@ldt4ssc.eu
TBC
Pilot start
Selected consortia begin their implementation phase
Application Documents

Download Application Documents

Ensure all documents are completed, signed, eligibility criteria met and alignment with your chosen Work Strand objectives.

Work Strand 01

Interconnecting Existing Local Digital Twins

Pilot Manual Application Form Letter of Commitment Ownership Declaration Financial Form Ethics Assessment
Work Strand 02

Creating New Local Digital Twins Based on Common Needs

Pilot Manual Application Form Letter of Commitment Letter of Intent Ownership Declaration Financial Form Ethics Assessment
Work Strand 03

Adding New Advanced AI-Based Capabilities to the LDT Toolbox

Pilot Manual Application Form Letter of Commitment Ownership Declaration Financial Form Ethics Assessment
Resources

Open Call 3 – Info Session

An information session will be held ahead of the deadline. Slides and recording will be made available here once published.

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Call at a glance
Status● Open
ProgrammeDigital Europe (DEP)
Work StrandsWS 1, WS 2 & WS 3
Max per consortium€1,000,000
Co-funding required50%
Launch date13 May 2026
Submission deadline13 Jul 2026
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