As Europe moves into the third decade of the century, projects falling under this category support innovation, digitisation, economic transformation and include specific measures that focus on small and medium-sized businesses.

The EU targets leadership in the field of environment and funds in this area support the implementation of the Paris Agreement while investing in energy transition, renewables and the fight against climate change.

This area of funding targets the development and upgrading of strategic transport and digital networks. These include the development of sustainable, climate resilient, intelligent and intermodal national, regional and local mobility projects.

The Social Europe priority assists Member States in delivering on the European Pillar of Social Rights and supporting quality employment, education, skills, social inclusion and equal access to healthcare.

This strategic area is focused on supporting locally-led development strategies and sustainable urban development across the Union to provide a tangible impact to citizens. Projects in this area focus on strengthening economic prosperity and employment in towns and cities; while promoting equality, social inclusion and regeneration in urban areas.