The second Horizon Europe strategic plan will steer research and innovation funding within and beyond Europe to tackle key global challenges such as:

• Climate change
• Pollution
• The loss of biodiversity
• The digital transition
• An ageing population.

From fundamental research all the way through to breakthrough innovation and the deployment of innovative solutions, the strategic plan steers investment into the green and digital transition, building a more resilient, competitive, democratic and inclusive Europe. To ensure it is fit for purpose, the strategic plan has been developed together with the Member States and Associated Countries through extensive exchanges, including a large public consultation and an event to engage the general public. The evidence for the strategic plan is based on the strategic plan analysis.