⚠️ Deadline extended: Submit your application until 15 April 2026 (23:59 CEST)
Open Call 2 – Info Session Materials
Below you can find all materials from the Open Call 2 Info Session, including the slides and the full recording.
Second Round of Open Calls
Status: Open
The Local Digital Twins for Smart and Sustainable Communities (LDT4SSC) project, funded by the Digital Europe Programme (DEP), invites applications for its second Open Call (Work Strand 1, 2 and 3).
What is Open Call 2?
Work Strand 1: Inter-connection of existing Local Digital Twins to form a European-scale network.
Work Strand 2: Creation of new Local Digital Twins based on shared challenges across cities and communities.
Work Strand 3: Adding advanced AI-based capabilities and innovative open-source components to the EU LDT Toolbox.
Why apply?
01. Interconnect & Federate
Link your Local Digital Twins with other European cities and communities to form a federated, interoperable network.
Link your Local Digital Twins with other European cities and communities to form a federated, interoperable network.
02. Secure Financial Support
With a €17 million funding pot, de-risk innovation.
With a €17 million funding pot, de-risk innovation.
03. Access the EU LDT Toolbox
Use open-source specifications and tools.
Use open-source specifications and tools.
04. Deploy Advanced AI Services
Simulate future scenarios before investments.
Simulate future scenarios before investments.
What can you get?
Up to €1,000,000 per consortium
50% co-funding required
Max €500,000 per third party
Duration: 12–18 months
What to remember?
Launch: 2 February 2026
Deadline: 15 April 2026 (23:59 CEST)
Pilot start: 31 August 2026
Who can apply?
Local, regional & national authorities
Private organisations & SMEs
NGOs & not-for-profits
Research & academia
How to apply?
Prepare and submit the required documents per work strand.
