EU rural areas are stronger, more connected, resilient and prosperous now than 3 years ago. Read more about it in the neww "Report on the long-term vision for EU's Rural areas". Out now!
On February 22, Brittany celebrated a key digital milestone, connecting 500,000 households and businesses to high-speed broadband, advancing towards EU digital goals. This "Bretagne Très Haut Débit" project, backed by EU funds, promises enhanced accessibility and economic growth. Designated as an Operation of Strategic Importance, it exemplifies the impactful integration of digital infrastructure within regional development, setting a new standard for digital inclusivity across Europe.
The EU has set itself the goal of becoming the first climate-neutral continent by 2050. To achieve this goal, we need to save energy, drastically increase the share of renewables in the energy mix, use energy more efficiently and increase carbon sinks.
The second call for projects is open until June 28, 2024, 14:00 (EET).
The Just Transition Platform announces the next cohort of beneficiaries for its technical assistance on the ground.
The topics of the third call on innovative actions from the European Urban Initiative (EUI) are published. Urban authorities can start preparing their projects on ‘energy transition’ or ‘technology in cities’!
If your city is looking into setting-up or improving its Sustainable Urban Development strategy, this call is for you! Embark in an enriching learning journey with like-minded people from around Europe with the goal to improve your strategy. You will get to exchange and receive personalised advice from urban practitioners via online interactions and a 2-day in person event. All under the careful support of European Urban Initiative experts. Two roles are possible, one application: City under Review and Peer Reviewers. Check more details here and join European Urban Initiative’s upcoming online event to learn more.
Today, 27 March, the Commission published its 9th Cohesion Report, showing that Cohesion policy is fulfilling its mission to narrow economic, social, and territorial disparities across the EU.
Cohesion policy has walked hand in hand with Greece since its accession to the EU in 1981. A total €77 billion supported transformative projects across 🇬🇷, from infrastructure to innovation, fostering inclusive growth and prosperity. Have a look at some telling examples (Read Commissioner Ferreira's complete thread on X)
After 50+ years in the EU, Ireland has benefitted from €20 billion in Cohesion policy support for economic development.Funding initially focused on major infrastructure projects: M1/M4 between Dublin and Galway, the Dublin Port Tunnel, water supply and wastewater treatment. (Read Commissioner Ferreira's entire thread on X)
Since 2004, cohesion policy has significantly reduced disparities in GDP and employment between the east and west of the EU, but challenges such as brain drain and development traps remain, the EU’s 9th Cohesion Report shows
If your city is looking into setting-up or improving its Sustainable Urban Development strategy, this call is for you! Apply now and until the 30 of April!
On 19th March, ECOFLUV inaugurated “Evoli”, their zero-emission vessel. Since its establishment in 2021, ECOFLUV has emerged as an important player in the field of river transport, with a real commitment to energy transition. Its latest project, the design and construction of the zero-emission boat Evoli, perfectly exemplifies this dedication.
Tomorrow, Commissioner for Cohesion and Reforms Elisa Ferreira will embark on a three-day mission to Greece to visit Athens, Patras, Megalopolis and Tripolis, to see first-hand how Cohesion Policy is supporting these areas and specifically, how the Just Transition Fund is helping them make the transition to a net-zero economy in a fair and inclusive way.
Today, the European Commission has selected 10 EU regions - that are at risk of falling into a ‘talent development trap' - to receive tailored support as part of the Talent Booster Mechanism to help them mitigate the effects of demographic change and a departing younger population.
Catch up on the latest news from the C4T Working Groups!
Catch up on the latest news from the Academic Sounding Board.
Learn more about the collaboration between C4T GROUNDWORK and the Estonian Islands Energy Agency.
Find out more about how C4T GROUNDWORK is supporting the Basque Environment Agency.
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