On 6 February 2023 the Just Transition Platform (JTP) launched a call for applications for targeted technical assistance: JTP GROUNDWORK. It will support eligible Just Transition Fund (JTF) regions in implementing their Territorial Just Transition Plans (TJTP).
- 06 February 2023
The Commission will roll out new support during 2023, including technical assistance on the ground, knowledge products and case studies, an expert database, and a peer-to-peer exchange programme for practitioners.
JTP GROUNDWORK – co-creative technical assistance
After entering the implementation phase of the JTF, it is now time to enable eligible territories to effectively implement their TJTPs. To this end, the Commission will roll out a new set of support instruments during 2023, including knowledge products and case studies, an expert database, and a peer-to-peer exchange programme for practitioners.
JTP GROUNDWORK– a co-creative technical assistance facility
The European Commission will provide the eligible regions with tailored capacity building and advisory support.
Examples of potential services are:
- Project identification and development
- Capacity building for regional and local administrations and other key stakeholders
- Support for transparent, inclusive, and efficient governance mechanisms for TJTP implementation
- Stakeholder engagement and mobilisation
- Awareness-raising campaigns and communication strategies
- Support to engage in cross-border cooperation with other JTF regions
JTP GROUNDWORK exclusively targets territories with approved Territorial Just Transition Plans, such as municipalities, regional authorities, and socio-economic partners, as well as Managing Authorities actively contributing to the just transition process at national, regional, local, or community levels.
A core principle of this service is co-creating solutions with recipients to increase ownership and develop long-term capacity. Once selected by the Commission, beneficiaries will jointly develop the scope and type of technical assistance services. Support will be delivered through a mix of face-to-face and online meetings, workshops etc. A specific event will be organised per selected applicant.
Call for application details
The call for applications for JTP GROUNDWORK services launched on 6 February 2023. Interested regions can apply through EU-Survey by 28 February 2023 at 23:00 CET.
For more information about the JTP GROUNDWORK application process, please refer to the program FAQ and the application form itself (either via the EU-Survey questionnaire used for formal submissions, or this PDF file version of the form meant to act as a convenient reference to help you prepare your own content). You may also contact us directly at jtpgroundwork@justtransitionplatform.eu