# Driving Urban Transitions Partnership Call

**Funder:** SNSF
**Consortium:** Required — minimum 3 entities from 3 EU member states
**Frequency:** Annual
**Eligible countries:** CH
**Official call:** https://dutpartnership.eu/
**Last verified:** 22 July 2026

## Eligibility & scope

Transnational urban transitions research call co-funded by SNSF, Innosuisse, Federal Office of Energy, Federal Office for Spatial Development, and Federal Office of Civil Aviation. Swiss researchers funded by SNSF; same requirements as SNSF Project funding apply.

## Summary

The Driving Urban Transitions Partnership is a European Partnership call on urban transitions, co-funded by SNSF, Innosuisse, and Swiss federal offices, requiring a consortium of three or more countries. Swiss researchers are fully eligible and SNSF funds the Swiss partner directly. The call focuses on sustainable urban development and transitions research across European boundaries.

## Who should apply

- Swiss researchers at academic or research institutions
- Research teams able to form or join a consortium of 3+ countries
- Projects addressing urban sustainability, climate, energy, or social transitions in cities
- Collaborators with established international research networks

## Key dates

- Deadline varies by call (consult SNSF website for specific rounds)
- Consortium of minimum 3 countries required
- Project duration and funding amount depend on specific call details

## Tips for applicants

- International partnerships are mandatory, SNSF will evaluate Swiss contributions; secure credible co-investigators in at least two other European countries before submitting.
- SNSF funds only the Swiss partner; make clear in the budget breakdown what costs fall to SNSF versus co-funders (Innosuisse, federal offices).
- The urban transitions focus is broad; align your proposal explicitly to sustainable urban development, climate adaptation, energy systems, or social equity in cities.

## Frequently asked questions

### Is the Driving Urban Transitions Partnership open to Swiss researchers?

Yes, Swiss researchers are fully eligible; SNSF funds the Swiss partner directly through this European Partnership call.

### Do I need to apply with other countries?

Yes, a consortium of at least 3 countries is required; the call is structured as an international partnership.

### Who funds the Swiss part of my project?

SNSF funds the Swiss partner; other countries' portions are funded by their respective funders or Innosuisse/federal offices as applicable.

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Source: [The Great Grantsby](https://grantsby.eu/grants/snsf-driving-urban-transitions-partnership-2026) — EU grant monitoring for academic researchers. Always verify details on the funder's website before applying.

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