Co-Creating Innovative Solutions to restore Soil Health across Europe

What is iCOSHELLs?
iCOSHELLs is a Horizon Europe research and innovation project supporting the EU Mission ‘A Soil Deal for Europe,’ which aims to achieve healthy soils by 2030. With six Living Labs in the Basque Country, Bulgaria, Greece, Italy, Spain, and Sweden, the project brings together local stakeholders to co-design and test practical solutions for improving soil health.

iCOSHELLs at a glance
Programme:
European Union Horizon Europe
Type of Action:
Research and Innovation Action
Consortium:
39 Partners & 2 Affiliated Entities
from 8 countries
Years
Duration
Millions €
Total Budget

Coordinator
6 Living Labs across Europe
From Northern to Southern Europe, these Living Labs serve as real-world testing grounds for innovative soil solutions. Through collaboration and knowledge-sharing, they drive sustainable practices that benefit both local communities and the environment.
Basque Soil Health Living Lab (Basque LL)

Bulgarian Viticultural Soil Health Living Lab (BUV LL)

Greek Mine Soil Health Living Lab (Greek LL)

Italian Soil Health Living Lab (IT LL)

Southeastern Spain Living Lab (SES LL)

SWEdish Soil Health Living Lab (SWE LL)

News & Events
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iCOSHELLs’ Catalogue of indicators and the importance of assessing soil health
CETENMA is working on a “Catalogue of soil health indicators” with the close collaboration of the iCOSHELLs Living Lab leaders as soil experts from… Read more
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iCOSHELLs project launched to bolster soil health restoration in Europe
10 September 2024, Gothenburg, Sweden The iCOSHELLs research and innovation project officially commenced this week in Gothenburg, focusing on enhancing soil health across the… Read more