Horizon Europe: "A major driver of economic benefits"; goal of bringing 11€ for 1€ invested in 2045

"For every euro of costs to EU society, Horizon Europe is expected to generate up to €6 in benefits for EU citizens by 2045. In terms of economic growth, every euro of EU contribution is estimated to generate up to €11 in GDP gains by 2045", according to an evaluation of the Commission, released on 30/04/2025.

The European programme for research is "proving to be a major driver of economic and societal benefits", says the Commission.

Ekaterina Zaharieva, Commissioner for Start-ups, Research and Innovation, adds: "Horizon Europe is delivering on its promise to drive innovation and strengthen Europe’s competitiveness. Its strong returns and measurable economic impact clearly demonstrate its success, providing real benefits to citizens across the EU."

The evaluation of the €93.5 Bn programme draws the following conclusions:

• "Impact: At its halfway point in January 2025, the programme has funded over 15,000 projects with a combined budget of more than €43 Bn.
• Scientific excellence: 80% of projects funded by the European Research Council have led to scientific breakthroughs or major…