Programme description
The Programme aims to support the development of Western Macedonia through research and innovation, support to start-ups, social cohesion and prosperity for all. It will assist the green and digital transition of the region and will contribute to making it more competitive, better connected, more social and inclusive, and closer to citizens and their needs.
Through the ERDF and ESF+ funds, the EU supports the region to invest in greener energy solutions, protect the environment and strengthen social cohesion. People will benefit from improved energy efficiency in public buildings, upgraded water and wastewater facilities, mitigating measures to tackle climate change, better, more inclusive and accessible education, social and health care services. Attention is given to the vulnerable population.
In addition, the programme seeks to help small and medium enterprises to become stronger and innovative in order to tackle the region’s high unemployment rate, create better quality jobs and be more prepared to compete in the global market. Training measures and interventions to support social entrepreneurship are also envisaged.
Finally, it also comprises actions to regenerate urban and rural areas of the region, promote natural heritage and cultural wealth and improve the citizen’s quality of life through the implementation of Integrated Territorial Investments.
Financial information
Breakdown of finances by priority axis
| Priority Axis | EU Investment | National Public Contribution | Total Public Contribution |
|---|---|---|---|
| ERDF | 248.206.933,00 | 43.801.226,00 | 292.008.159,00 |
| ESF+ | 86.787.378,00 | 15.315.421,00 | 102.102.799,00 |
| Total | 334.994.311,00 | 59.116.647,00 | 394.110.958,00 |
Priorities and Specific Objectives
Social Europe
Access to employment and activation measures for all
Intergration of marginalised communities such as Roma
Equal access to quality social and healthcare services
Social integration of people at risk
Adaptation of workers and enterprises to change
Quality and inclusive education and training systems
Active inclusion and employability
Integration of third country nationals
Smarter Europe
Enhancing research and innovation
Reaping the benefits of digitisation
Growth and competitiveness of SMEs
Greener Europe
Energy efficiency
Smart energy systems
Climate change adaptation
Sustainable water
Circular economy
Connected Europe
Sustainable transport
Social Europe
Education and training infrastructure
Access to health care
Culture and sustainable tourism
Europe closer to citizens
Integrated development in urban areas
Integrated development in rural and coastal areas