Innovation
In a remarkably short time, economic globalisation has changed the world's economic order, bringing with it new challenges and opportunities. Europe cannot compete in this new environment unless it becomes more innovative and responds more effectively to consumers' needs and preferences.
The European Union possesses extraordinary potential for innovation. Europe has a longstanding tradition of producing breakthrough inventions; it has a wealth of creative people and can build on its cultural diversity. It has laid the foundations for one of the largest single markets in the world, where innovative products and services may be commercialised on a large scale. Historically it has a strong and responsible public sector, which should be capitalised on.
The European Commission is formulating, influencing and, where appropriate, implementing policies and programmes to increase Europe's innovativeness. The Commission is trying to make sure innovation is thoroughly understood and approached comprehensively, thereby contributing to greater competitiveness, sustainability and job creation.
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Facts, figures and analysis
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Support for innovation
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Innovation Policy
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Future EU Innovation Policy
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ICT and other key technology enablers
- European e-Skills Conference Brussels, 20 November 2009
- Break gender stereotypes, give talent a change Final Conference European Economic and Social Committee, 23 November 2009
- Series of economic studies on the knowledge economy to be published (Deadline: TBA)
- Training and education call welcomes SME participation (Deadline: 31/03/2010)
- Ecodesign for a sustainable future 19 November 2009
- Have your say on EU financial rules (Deadline: 18/12/2009)
