Open Call 2 · Status: Closed

Second Round of Open Calls

The Local Digital Twins for Smart and Sustainable Communities (LDT4SSC) project, funded by the Digital Europe Programme (DEP), invited applications for its second Open Call (Work Strand 1, 2 and 3). This call is now closed.

€17M
Total Funding
€1M
Max / Consortium
18 mo
Max Duration
DT DT DT DT AI AI EU Connect Create AI Tools
Open Call 2

What was Open Call 2?

Open Call 2 invited applications across all three work strands — interconnecting, creating and enhancing Local Digital Twins across Europe. This call is now closed.

01

Work Strand 1

Inter-connection of existing Local Digital Twins to form a European-scale network.

02

Work Strand 2

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

03

Work Strand 3

Adding advanced AI-based capabilities and innovative open-source components to the EU LDT Toolbox.

Benefits

Why apply?

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01. Interconnect & Federate

Link your Local Digital Twins with other European cities and communities to form a federated, interoperable network.

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02. Secure Financial Support

With a €17 million funding pot, de-risk innovation.

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03. Access the EU LDT Toolbox

Use open-source specifications and tools.

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04. Deploy Advanced AI Services

Simulate future scenarios before investments.

What could you get?

€1,000,000
Max per consortium
50%
Co-funding required
€500,000
Max per third party
12–18 mo
Project duration

Who could apply?

Local authorities Regional authorities National authorities Private organisations SMEs NGOs Research institutions Academia Not-for-profits
Key Dates

Timeline

2 February 2026
Launch
Application portal opened; all documents available for download
15 April 2026 · 23:59 CEST
Deadline (Closed)
Applications were submitted to applications@ldt4ssc.eu
31 August 2026
Pilot start
Selected consortia begin their implementation phase
Applications

Application Documents

This call is now closed. The documents below are available for reference only.

Work Strand 01

Interconnecting Existing Local Digital Twins

Ensure all documents are completed, signed, eligibility criteria met and alignment with Work Strand 1 objectives.

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

Ensure all documents are completed, signed, eligibility criteria met and alignment with Work Strand 2 objectives.

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

Ensure all documents are completed, signed, eligibility criteria met and alignment with Work Strand 3 objectives.

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

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.

Call at a glance
Status● Closed
ProgrammeDigital Europe (DEP)
Max per consortium€1,000,000
Co-funding required50%
Submission deadline15 Apr 2026
Pilot start31 Aug 2026
Get Involved

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Evaluators

Interested to apply as an evaluator?

Are you an expert in digital twins, smart cities, AI or urban planning? LDT4SSC is looking for qualified evaluators to assess Open Call 2 applications. Contribute your expertise to shape Europe's digital twin ecosystem.

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