Third Round of Open Calls
The Local Digital Twins for Smart and Sustainable Communities (LDT4SSC) project, funded by the Digital Europe Programme (DEP), will invite applications for its third Open Call focused on creating and enhancing Local Digital Twins across Europe.
What is Open Call 3?
Open Call 3 focuses on creating and enhancing Local Digital Twins — inviting applications across Work Strands 2 and 3 to build new LDTs and advance AI-powered capabilities in the EU LDT Toolbox.
Work Strand 2
Creation of new Local Digital Twins based on shared challenges across cities and communities.
Work Strand 3
Adding new and advanced AI services and innovative open-source components to the EU LDT Toolbox.
Full details coming soon
Application documents, eligibility criteria, funding amounts, and submission guidelines will be published at launch on 13 May 2026. Subscribe to be notified the moment the call opens.
Subscribe for UpdatesWhy apply?
01. Build New Digital Twins
Create Local Digital Twins 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.
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.
What to remember?
Open Call 3 – Info Session
An information session will be held ahead of the launch on 13 May 2026. Slides and recording will be made available here once published.
In the meantime, review the Open Call 2 materials to familiarise yourself with the programme structure and requirements.
