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Collaborative Action: A Blueprint for Climate Resilience in Europe

The European Commission’s Climate Resilience Dialogue has recently released its »Final Report«, detailing a comprehensive set of actions to boost climate resilience and address the EU's climate protection gap.

🌍𝗟𝗢𝗖𝗔𝗟𝗜𝗘𝗡𝗖𝗘 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝗣𝗿𝗮𝗴𝘂𝗲 𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗰𝘂𝗲 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝘇𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰!

The LOCALIENCE Project partners met in Prague on 10th-11th September at the Thematic partner meeting - Appraisal workshop to further collaborate on community resilience against extreme weather events: we reviewed pilot actions, set peer-review dates, and discussed performance appraisal methodology, among other important developments of the project.

Food4CE at the International Agriculture and Food Fair in Gornja Radgona, Slovenia, to share knowledge and foster the development of innovative solutions for sustainable food production

On the occasion of the AGRA 2024 agri-food fair, held in August in Gornja Radgona, Slovenia, the Development Agency for Podravje - Maribor organised a varied and inspiring programme that addressed key challenges and opportunities in agriculture, sustainable food production and tourism. The event was also an opportunity to ...

Extreme Heatwaves Linked to Increased Deaths and Severe Crop Losses Across Croatia

Croatia saw a 13% rise in deaths in July, likely due to heatwaves, while prolonged drought severely impacted crop yields. Corn, sunflower, and tangerine losses are significant, and rising fodder prices threaten the meat and dairy industries. Both public health and agriculture face growing concerns.

Huge public and media interest

New direct rail service connecting Italy (Villa Opicina), via Slovenia, to Croatia (Rijeka) becomes extremely popular in a short time. Different media are promoting this sustainable connection, transporting passengers and bicycles both. Meanwhile, involved stakeholders are considering continuation in 2025.

“Urban Mobility Simply Explained” series that tackles all about DRT.

"Urban Mobility Simply Explained" series that tackles all about DRT.

1st newsletter for HyEfRe project

We would kindly invite you to read our 1st issue of project HyEfRe Newsletter.

Activity 1.1: interviews with agrifood SMEs in the meat, dairy, fruit and vegetable sub-sectors have started

D4Pack project has started the first phase of work in direct contact with agrifood SMEs in which packaging needs and requirements of companies will be analyzed through in-depth interviews.

REGIOSTARS 2024: Vote for your favourite finalist 

In 2024, a record 262 eligible applications were submitted for the REGIOSTARS awards, with 10 out of 25 finalists being Interreg projects. Public voting for the best project begins on 2 September on the REGIOSTARS website. Don’t miss the chance to support your favorite project!

Major wild fire in German Harz Mountains requires air assistance

The forest fire on the Brocken in the Harz region, Germany, is under control, with damages estimated at up to three million euros. Numerous firefighters, along with several airplanes and helicopters, were involved in controlling the fire. The cause of the fire is under investigation, and firefighting efforts continue ...

BIM4CE consortium meeting in Dresden and visit to Pilot site

On 2nd and 3rd September took place in Dresden the BIM4CE consortium meeting hosted by Technische Universität Dresden (TUD). Day 1 was dedicated to the workshop open to stakeholders and experts. TUD introduced the project objectives and state of the art of WP1, followed by Schüßler-Plan Digital and FOS that ...

Greene 4.0 Project Meeting in Portorož

On September 6th, 2024, the Greene 4.0 partners met in Portorož, Slovenia, for the 4th project partner meeting. The event provided an opportunity to review the project’s progress and outline upcoming activities.

Greene 4.0 Transnational Seminar: B2GreenHub Platform

During the seminar, partners reviewed the platform's progress and held group brainstorming sessions on key aspects, including the landing page content, the main menu structure, the service providers section, and the e-shop. These discussions were aimed at refining the platform’s features to better serve its future users.

Enhancing Hungary’s Innovation Ecosystem: Strategic Initiatives and Financial Instruments

Hungary’s innovation ecosystem is being revitalized through strategic national initiatives and financial instruments to enhance the competitiveness of Hungarian enterprises. Key measures include innovation vouchers, tax incentives, venture capital programs, and a focus on early-stage start-ups. The Hungarian Innovation Agency plays a crucial role in fostering talent, supporting start-ups, ...

Greene 4.0 Transnational Conference

Last week, Greene 4.0 organized the Transnational Conference as part of a larger event. The conference took place at Grand Hotel Bernardin in Portorož, Slovenia, on the second day of the 7th International Conference on Technologies and Business Models for Circular Economy, on September 5th, 2024.

Harnessing EU Policy and Consumer Power: Swappie’s Impact on Smartphone Sustainability

Each year, millions of smartphones add to the global e-waste crisis. Modular designs and Swappie’s "3+1R" concept—reduce, reuse, recycle, and repair—extend device lifespans and cut waste. Supported by EU directives and consumer choices, these efforts are key to building a more sustainable and circular smartphone industry.

Introducing the Latest Advances in MESTRI-CE Sustainable Building Methodology: Key Criteria and Indicators

We are excited to share the latest results from the focus Building Standard of the MESTRI-CE project, focusing on the development of a comprehensive list of criteria and key indicators designed to assess and report on building performance. This significant milestone is a crucial step toward the creation of ...

Žilina introduces resident parking regulation with data support

New parking policy is to extend residential parking to new areas to cover all the territory of Žilina by the end of 2027. The extension is a major change and should be communicated based on facts, this is one of the conclusions of the first ParkPad audit meeting.

News Release: Hydrogen Vouchers Initiative in the Ústí Region

The Economic and Social Council of the Ústí region is launching a new hydrogen voucher mechanism to foster hydrogen utilization and support projects within the region. This "voucher-as-a-service" system will facilitate specific projects along the hydrogen value chain by engaging a broad range of stakeholders, including policymakers, businesses, and ...

Second Press Release on the Results of Open Innovation Camps and Proposed Solution

In January 2024, each country hosted an Open Innovation Camp, uniting key stakeholders to create tailored patient-centered solutions. The outcomes are already shaping a better future for healthcare in the participating hospitals.

Battle with fire in the area of Žrnovnica

Croatia: In last 7 days increase in fire incidents, but affected area significantly reduced

ReCo meets Gartnenschläfer

ReCo also stands for coopeartion, such as in case of joint work with "Spurensuche Gartenschläfer" project

Third Food4CE project newsletter is out

The third Food4CE newsletter is out! Read about the progress on the launch of the Knowledge Transfer Platform and Matchmaking Platform and their benefits; setting up of the National and Transnational Innovation Hubs; latest news and upcoming activities.

News Release: H2 Competence Centre Initiative Launched in Zagreb

The City of Zagreb is spearheading a pioneering project to establish regional H2 competence centres aimed at supporting the hydrogen energy transition across Europe. This initiative will create a comprehensive framework tailored to regional contexts, focusing on building capacity for both public and private stakeholders. The framework includes a ...

Drought management and the new DHF indicator monitoring service from the Clim4Cast project, discussed in interviews with Moldovan farmers

On August 28, 2024, a meeting at IUNG-PIB's Department of Bioeconomy and Systems Analysis was held for farmers visiting Poland on an economic mission. Dr. Jerzy Kozyra discussed drought support and introduced the Clim4Cast service, which also covers Moldova, to the attendees' satisfaction.

Green islands and pergolas for shade: Maribor and Hajdúböszörmény have installed their Ready4Heat pilot actions

The cities of Maribor and Hajdúböszörmény have finished installing their Ready4Heat pilot actions.

How Municipality of Krakow and NGOs collaborate

The Krakow Council of Public Benefit Activities serves as the Mayor's consultative and opinion-giving body in the field of collaboration of the Krakow Municipality with non-governmental organisations.

Greene 4.0 Newsletter

We are excited to share with you insights into green transformation and innovation from Greene 4.0, where we support manufacturing companies to innovate through open collaboration.

Unlocking the Potential of Building Portfolios with the Smart Data Hub: A Comprehensive Overview

In the ever-evolving landscape of building management, the ability to efficiently collect, store, and evaluate data on building portfolios is essential for driving deep renovations and sustainable improvements. The Smart Data Hub is a pioneering tool designed to meet these needs, providing a centralized storage location for all building ...

Let’s meet the D4PACK partners!

Campden BRI Hungary, Ł- ŁIT, Proma and UEK are the scientific partners of D4Pack, working together to help European agrifood SMEs finding innovative solutions for more sustainable packaging. Discover more.

Urgent Need for Climate Resilience and Adaptation

Climate Resilience is Crucial as Paris Agreement Threshold is Surpassed for 12 Consecutive Months

Awareness-raising during cultural events in Hajdúböszörmény

The city of Hajdúböszörmény uses cultural events to raise awareness on climate change protection and adaptation, including heat.

Synergies and Development of Initiatives in the Hydrogen Sector – An Italian perspective

In July 2024, Unioncamere del Veneto organized key meetings as part of projects funded by the Interreg Alpine Space and Central Europe programs. These meetings focused on fostering synergies with the H2CE Project, which aims to empower hydrogen-ready regions in Central Europe. A significant meeting was held with Codognotto, ...

Unlocking Green Potential: Tackling the Financing Gaps in Central Europe’s Energy Transition

Did you know that public and private buildings account for 43% of the final energy consumption in the EU? Taking that in consideration, they have been singled out in the European Green Deal as key drivers of energy transition. In order to deal with the fact that the central Europe ...

Municipality of Krakow – A partner for business

Municipality of Krakow is committed to supporting every business venture by creating favourable conditions for the growth of small and medium-sized enterprises. On the one hand, they offer professional information and advice, while on the other they promote entrepreneurship while learning about the needs of self-employed individuals.

Open Space Technology (OST) simulation during the third PM in Vienna

An Open Space Technology (OST) simulation focused on Automated Vehicles and Citizen Engagement took place in Vienna, emphasizing participant autonomy and collaboration. The session included dynamic round table discussions and a planning session to outline actionable next steps, providing a valuable opportunity to leverage collective intelligence and drive future ...

Public call for participation in the REUSE2030 Project

We are inviting European companies to join the REUSE2030 activities in order to benefit of the tools the project will develop to promote a more circular buisness model in the mechanical sector

New GIS Platform to Aid Strategic Planning in Veneto Region

Check out the latest output from the H2CE project: a GIS platform being piloted in the Veneto region. Unioncamere del Veneto has collected over 2,500 records, now undergoing analysis and integration with regional data. This platform will support strategic planning for hydrogen-based energy solutions across Europe.

Public local launch event for the JETforCE Digital Challenge Mapping Tool in Lodz, Poland

Lodz hosted a local launch event introducing the Digital Challenge Mapping Tool. The event, attended by local officials and NGOs, discussed just transformation and funding opportunities.

Dry conditions in south and west Slovenia

South and west Slovenia face a 30-day water deficit of up to 120mm, worsened by extreme heat. Local rainstorms bring limited relief, as heavy rain mostly runs off. More rain is expected, but it likely won’t resolve the water shortage.

Large fire near Kočevska Reka, air tractors are helping to extinguish it

A wildfire near Borovce, likely caused by lightning, spread over 30 hectares of difficult terrain due to strong winds, despite efforts by fire brigades. While the fire was partially contained by Saturday afternoon, it remains challenging and not yet fully under control.

Czech Republic has seen the hottest day of the year and experiences high fire danger

Wednesday, August 14, 2024, was the hottest day of the year in the Czech Republic, though few temperature records were broken due to recent high temperatures in previous years. The Czech Hydrometeorological Institute issued warnings for high temperatures, wildfire risks, and severe storms across many districts.

Two-day online training enhanced understanding of PROCAREFUL Model

A two-day online training session was held last week, offering formal carers a comprehensive exploration of the PROCAREFUL model. This training was designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to implement the proactive care model effectively.

Assessment of intergration of levels

The MESTRI-CE project aims to enhance energy efficiency and sustainability in building practices across Central Europe. Assessment of integration of Level(s) indicators to analysed building frameworks was conducted aimed at enhancing the harmonization and upgrade of building standards across six European countries (Austria, Croatia, Germany, Italy, Poland, Slovenia). This ...

Weinviertel Tourismus GmbH and Česká asociace paraplegiků – CZEPA were mapping one of the most visited place in the Hollabrunn region,

During the holidays our colleagues from Weinviertel Tourismus GmbH and Česká asociace paraplegiků - CZEPA were mapping one of the most visited place in the Hollabrunn region, Austria. You can read more in the local newspaper - https://t.ly/jAuf2

New H2 Competence Centre to Support Hydrogen Transition in Graz, Austria

Check out the latest output from the H2CE project: the H2 Competence Centre in Graz, Austria. This initiative will create a framework for setting up regional centres to support the hydrogen energy transition by building capacity among public and private stakeholders. The framework will be tested and evaluated for ...

IPSD Joins H2CE Project to Drive Hydrogen Economy in Central Europe

The H2CE project has welcomed IRVS as a new partner, enhancing efforts to build a hydrogen-based economy in Central Europe. IRVS will focus on strategic communication, stakeholder engagement, and the development of a robust hydrogen network across the region. This partnership is expected to significantly boost the project's impact ...

Transnational action plan published: smart village transition across five central european regions

We are excited to announce the release of the transnational action plan for smart village transition. This plan outlines the concrete actions to be implemented in five pilot areas: South Warmia in Poland, Alta Val Polcevera in Italy, Hajdú-Bihar in Hungary, Pomurje in Slovenia, and Buzet in Croatia.

Call for action! Are you looking for innovative, digital and sustainable business concepts, products and solutions?

Our Interreg partner project Capacity2Transform aims to develop skills, knowledge and awareness to bring more sustainable products and solutions to the market in the context of digital and green transformation.

Carbon Farming CE recognized by the European Commission!

We are thrilled to announce that our Carbon Farming CE project, part of the Interreg Central Europe program, has been recognized by the European Commission as a significant initiative for promoting carbon farming uptake in Europe!

Joint strategy for smart village transition in Central Europe is now available!

Discover how rural communities in Central Europe are embracing the future with our newly published "Joint Strategy for Smart Village Transition in Central Europe". This comprehensive document, developed through the More than a Village project, outlines innovative approaches to transform villages into vibrant, sustainable, and digitally connected communities.

Sustainable Water Management Collaboration: Project Updates!

Yesterday, project partners gathered in Jaworzno for a meeting to share progress on eco-friendly water management initiatives. The use of rainwater treatment technologies not only promises to meet water replacement needs but also reduces reliance on drinking water.

GIS Platform – Styria Region

Check out the key results of the H2CE project, focusing on the GIS platform pilot in the Styria region. This upcoming tool will support strategic planning for public authorities across Europe. The Energy Agency Styria (EASt) is finalizing data collection, and overcoming challenges related to data sensitivity.

ICE to Launch Training Program for Decision-Makers on Sustainable Practices

ICE is currently developing a training methodology and materials aimed at decision-makers, with the goal of enhancing their awareness and understanding of sustainable practices. These training sessions will take place in all project partner countries from October 2024 to March 2025.

Self-assessment Survey for public transport agencies and operators

The circularity self-assessment survey – prepared within the Interreg CE4CE project - serves as a simplified entry point for mass public transport agencies (PTAs) and operators (PTOs) to evaluate their current status of integration of circular economy principles, practices, and approaches in their public transport activities.

Clim4Cast Project Featured in Slovak Climate Adaptation Newsletter

The Clim4Cast project has been featured in the Slovak newsletter "Adaptácia na Zmenu Klímy," which covers topics related to climate adaptation and resilience. The newsletter highlights Clim4Cast's efforts in predicting and mitigating the impacts of droughts, heatwaves, and wildfires in Central Europe.

Intensive Research Period for Carbon Farming CE Project Partner During Harvest Season

During the summer harvest season, IUNG-PIB, a partner in the Carbon Farming CE Project, has been conducting intensive research. Soil and plant samples were collected from long-term experiments overseen by Dr. Janusz Smagacz. These samples, marked using GPS for precise future collection, will undergo comprehensive analysis to evaluate their ...

Innovative Energy Cell Model Under Development in Lübben

Check out the key results of the H2CE project, starting with the innovative energy cell model being developed in Lübben. This pilot action is testing a strategic tool that combines GIS data and energy modelling to help regional authorities prepare for hydrogen-ready infrastructures. The project also features a digital ...

Promoting Sustainable and Climate-Neutral Buildings: Insights from Italy

As Europe moves towards a more sustainable and climate-neutral future, the role of building standards becomes increasingly vital. This was the focus of a recent presentation by Mariadonata Bancher of the Agenzia CasaClima (KlimaHaus Agentur), who introduced the MESTRI-CE project. Her presentation was part of a broader event that ...

1st peer review of the project in the Škocjanski zatok Nature Reserve

At the beginning of this week joint peer review team carried out an in-depth analysis of pilot restoration measures in pilot region no. 4

Project document D.1.1.4 Report on initial assessment of construction and spill-off sectors in the urban and rural areas

In the Media tab you will find a new document that will serve as a basis for follow-up activities, the development of innovative solutions in WP2 and the development of demand-side measures and the first Circular and Digital Construction Strategy in Central Europe.

Testing of new heat waves and fire weather products

Testing of new products for operational monitoring has been ongoing since mid-June and will finish by the end of September or October, depending on the weather. Heat wave monitoring used the Universal Thermal Climate Index and Heat Index, both accurately mapping Slovakia's conditions during July's heat waves. Fire danger ...

Current drought event in Slovakia

Most of Slovakia is experiencing drought, with 29% of the country facing significant to extreme soil drought. Soil moisture is below 50%, especially in lowland areas, impacting agriculture and forestry. No improvement is expected in the next 7-10 days, with conditions likely to worsen.

WORK PACKAGE 1 IN PROGRESS

We keep on working! Our Focus is now on Work package 1 under the guidance of Partner 2, Deggendorf Institute of Technology from Germany

Comparative analysis of current building standards

The MESTRI-CE project aims to enhance energy efficiency and sustainability in building practices across Central Europe. The relevant building systems introduced in D2.1.1. were further analyzed to assess if: • they manage and store building data efficiently, • include sustainability aspects that go beyond energy efficiency, and • provide information for green financial ...

Your product is worth more than you think!

Recycling should be seen as a last resort, while strategies like product sharing and providing services instead of products can incentivize manufacturers to create durable goods. This approach not only conserves resources and minimizes waste but also simplifies reverse logistics, ultimately contributing to a more sustainable economy.

Upcoming Hydrogen and Green Energy Events Now Available on H2CE Website

Explore the latest hydrogen and green energy events across Europe, now featured on the H2Ce website.

Shaping Circularity: ICT/Electronics Sector Analysis

The ICT/Electronics sector plays a crucial role in the transition towards a circular economy. This article delves into the challenges and opportunities identified by ICT/Electronics companies, highlighting the sector's potential for sustainable growth.

LOCALIENCE Project Partners Strategize for October Pilot Activities in Ljubljana

On July 25th in Ljubljana, the Slovenian LOCALIENCE project partners convened to share their ideas and tackle upcoming challenges. They are preparing a pilot action-starting event in October, focused enhancing the meteorological and hydrological hazard preparedness, alongside important topics like nature-based solutions and multi-hazard events training.

TeBiCE workshop in Slovenia

VCG.AI hosted a TeBiCE Territorial Biorefineries workshop in Ljubljana. During the meeting, the Value Chain Generator® generated data and the highest potential biorefinery opportunities in Slovenia was presented.

Third GINEVRA Partners Meeting

The historic city of Vienna recently hosted the third GINEVRA Partners Meeting, focusing on fostering transformative innovation in Central European cities. The three-day event was a resounding success, featuring insightful discussions, interactive sessions, and a groundbreaking demonstration. Key takeaways include a successful mid-term project review, enhanced stakeholder engagement, and ...

Introducing the New GloCha Application

The GloCha app, supported by the EU's JETforCE project, empowers Central European communities in the energy transition by allowing citizens to report and address local challenges like energy supply, poverty, and inequality. The app, developed with key partners like LEASP, promotes inclusive and sustainable energy practices, ensuring no community ...

Shaping Circularity:Textile Sector Analysis

The textile industry faces unique challenges and opportunities in its journey towards a circular economy.

Let’s meet the D4PACK partners!

Cevi, CCIS-CAFE, FFDI and Innoskart are organizations supporting agrifood companies cooperating together to help SMEs rethinking the role of packaging. Find out more.

GREENPACT on Czech TV

Students present their sustainable ideas as a result of the first training cohort

“Create your own bio-based products” – bioeconomy workshops in Szeged, Hungary

One of the tasks of the BIOECO-UP project is to introduce the bioeconomy to a wider audience. During May and June 2024, three workshops were held in Szeged, Hungary, organised by the bioeconomy team of the Bay Zoltan Research Centre. During these events, we presented this diverse subject through ...

Vas County Disaster Management Directorate Showcases Key LOCALIENCE Project Initiatives in Summer Meetings

In the summer management meetings, the Vas County Disaster Management Directorate highlighted key LOCALIENCE project updates. Presentations by Péter Kiss included the Extreme Weather Catalogue, Nature-Based Solutions against water damage, and Multi-Hazards Events Training, enhancing staff awareness and involvement.

Let’s get to know us!

We kindly invite you to watch a new short video introducing the main aims and objectives of the INACO project.

Study visits foster know-how exchange and metropolitan cooperation

The study visits took place in MECOG-CE project partners' metropolitan areas Stuttgart, Katowice (GZM), Turin and Berlin-Brandenburg. The series of visits are an integral part of study clusters' activities, providing valuable opportunities for partners to exchange expertise face-to-face and learn from each other’s experience with the aim to strengthen ...

Transnational Memorandum of Understanding Signed to Boost Innovation in Central Europe

A Transnational Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has been signed to establish cooperation between the partners and associated strategic partners of the Greene 4.0. The primary focus of the memorandum is to engage in discussions and efforts that promote intelligent and environmentally sustainable innovation approaches, with the goal of expanding ...

TRANSGEO project on FEDARENE General Assembly

A part of the meeting was devoted to a, so-called, Networking Café, where members of the association briefly presented the current projects they are implementing.

First round of Training Program in the Stuttgart Region successfully closed

We can't wait to get into the next round starting in November!

Veneto also finishes first round of Training Program

19 future entrepreneurs have completed ENAIP Veneto's 𝗕𝘂𝗱𝗱𝘆 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗺𝗲!

Krakow University of Economics (KUE) – Promoting Inclusive Entrepreneurship and Social Innovation

As the lead institution in the TASK4ISI project, KUE is dedicated to advancing skills and competencies for inclusive entrepreneurship and social innovation across Europe.

Soil erosion expedition at Slovakia’s Malá Fatra National Park

A team of researchers from the University of Žilina and park rangers from the Malá Fatra National Park recently conducted a field expedition to the Veľký Rozsutec mountain. They were joined by a Slovak student studying zoology at the University of Bristol, who is currently working as a summer ...

Trentino Appoints New Solidarity Economy Table to Advance Local Initiatives

The new Trentino Solidarity Economy Table has been appointed, comprising 11 members to advise the Provincial Council. Established by the Law for the Promotion of the Solidarity Economy, the table will prepare annual programs, formulate proposals, and design projects to advance the solidarity economy over its 5-year term.

Shaping Circularity: Construction Sector Analysis

The construction industry is pivotal in driving sustainability and circular practices. Through the analysis of construction companies, this article explores the unique challenges and opportunities in this sector's transition towards circularity.

Greene 4.0 Project Wraps Up Successful Workshops on Digital and Green Innovations

FH Kufstein Tirol – University of Applied Sciences Tirol concluded two impactful workshops under the Greene 4.0 project, titled “SME in Transition.” The first workshop, on May 23, 2024, focused on integrating digital and sustainable solutions with expert insights from Georg Foidl and Werner Zima. The second, on July ...

A new Strategy Framework to enable circular lifestyles in cities

The new Strategy Framework, developed within the project shows ways for the promotion and establishment of circular lifestyles in cities and city centres. This user-friendly document serves as guidance for local and regional public authorities and other city stakeholders that would like to enhance the implementation of circular lifestyles ...

New report on the impact of tourism in the Bükk National Park Directorate

The report outlines the key challenges associated with tourism, such as illegal quad-bike usage, littering, and foraging. The report also provides a comprehensive description of each of the pilot sites within BNPD, including their biotic and abiotic characteristics, the specific pressures faced at each site, and how these will ...

Building portfolio analysis discussion in Germany

The two national roundtable sessions for our German stakeholder network brought some interesting results and inputs. With the building portfolio managers and owners, we discussed how building portfolio analysis could be improved by the MESTRI-CE smart data hub. Key takeaways were for example the need for less ...

Local products reach citizens in the centre of Hoče, Slovenia, thanks to MULTIMAT, a vending machine with sustainable products from local AFNs

The Municipality of Hoče-Slivnica in Slovenia is committed to promoting and supporting local products, self-sufficiency, and healthy, home-grown food. To make it easier for consumers to access products from local providers, they have installed a self-service vending machine, the MULTIMAT, in the center of Hoče.

Shaping Circularity: Cross-Sectoral Analysis

As sustainability and the circular economy become increasingly prominent in business strategies, it is essential to understand the challenges and opportunities faced by companies across various sectors.

Second project update

We have published our second newsletters, sharing new develpments from the Ready4Heat project.

Boost Circularity in Your Company

On July 15th, a collaborative workshop was held at the headquarters of Elektryka Morska in Szczecin, in partnership with REmakeit, a company specializing in upcycling services for businesses and institution. Currently, work on the living-lab is progressing, with Media Dizajn beginning to seek SMEs from Poland to participate in ...

Ampfing geothermal energy

Ampfing is located in the southern German molasse zone, which has proven to be a favourable area for geothermal energy production.

Bringing Ideas into Action: Drafting a Transnational Action Plan

In line with the EU's Circular Economy Action Plan (CEAP 2020), the CIRCOTRONIC project is drafting a Transnational Action Plan to enhance circularity in the EEE sector. Led by Emilia-Romagna Region, the plan includes 32 actions focusing on WEEE prevention, training, innovation, legal simplification, and public engagement.

Pilot Herrengasse 10 in Graz shows how important living labs are for everyone

From 1 June to 30 September, the space at Herrengasse 10 will be home to a colourful collection of various regional, sustainable products. The free shop space belongs to the city of Graz and will be made available to the ‘NiCE’ project for 4 months.

Discussion about lynx monitoring with young students at summer camp

Summer vacations don't stop us from being active in the LECA project! This time we've engaged with young researchers in Slovakia.

Behind the fence…

...there are so many things we don't see, and so many voices we don't hear.

Wrote about us in Czech newspapers about nature, environment and ecology

Read more about the project in Czech newspapers Ekolist!

TeBiCE on South Tyrolean Circular Economy Food Hub

TeBiCE project has been presented on South Tyrolean Circular Economy Food Hub. The aim of the platform is to collect all success stories, information, legal frameworks on circular economy in the food sector and make them visible to all companies and stakeholders.

Study visits and Peer review visits…IN PROGRESS

Mutual visits are the best way to meet the technologies and solutions in the field!

Be Here Now nomination to design award

The "Be Here Now" game from the UNPLUGGED exhibition, now available to play in Koszyce, is nominated for the 2024 Advertising Creators Club Competition. Celebrating creativity and originality, the Club honors expressive and unconventional ideas.

Presentation of mapping results was held last week in Čakovec, Croatia

Another important step towards achieving the project's goal! Improving accessible tourism and creating sustainable tourism experiences for all in rural border regions in Central Europe. Presentation of mapping results was held last week in Čakovec, Croatia - more about the event in link.

Interview with expert from Rottal Hanf GmbH in Bavaria

Hemp products are increasingly used not only in the medical or food market. How to make the best use of this valuable raw material? We discuss this in an interview with Matthias Schwarz, CEO of Rottal Hanf.

EU Urban Agenda on Greening Cities in Maribor

The "Need for Green" is also one of the cornerstones of building greater resilience in cityscapes. Maribor works on interconnecting greening actions with public consultation and engagement for more sustainable outcomes.

Exploring Energy Efficiency and Sustainability Standards in Central Europe

The MESTRI-CE project aims to enhance energy efficiency and sustainability in building practices across Central Europe. To collect this information, here is a short overview of the initial findings from the project's first period, focusing on the strategic and regulatory frameworks in Austria, Croatia, Germany, Italy, Poland, and Slovenia.

KICK OFF MEETING IN ITALY

REUSE2030 Kick Off Meeting was held in Milan on June,20th and 21st at the offices of the LP ECOLE - Enti COnfindustriali Lombardi per l'Education.

29 best practices from across Europe expand perspectives on metropolitan cooperation

Best practices from different regions in Europe outside the MECOG-CE partner consortium aim to broaden the focus beyond Central European solutions. The analysis offers an inspiration or comparison to the state-of-art of metropolitan cooperation and governance instruments in different metropolitan areas.

IMPORTANCE OF REGIONAL HYDROGEN CLUSTERS IN GERMANY

At its June 21, 2024 meeting, the National Hydrogen Council (NWR) emphasized the significance of regional hydrogen clusters. These clusters support central projects and expedite hydrogen adoption by enabling local applications in industrial parks and mobility sectors. They help test and scale technologies, develop business models, and boost Germany's ...

Three days of productive work at PoLaRecCE kick-off meeting in Skawina on 19, 20 and 21 June!

Three compelling days to start working on a sustainable land management programme, testing cutting-edge tools and techniques to remediate degraded soils for non-food agricultural production.

Pilot 1 launched in Slovenia

In February 2024, the LEASP began preparations for Pilot 1, "Mapping Energy Transition Challenges with Citizens," using the JETforCE Digital Challenge Mapping tool. After addressing feedback from the Municipality of Dornava, LEASP planned a launch event for 16th June 2024, coinciding with a local event to ensure maximum community ...

The kick-off meeting of the SuPeRBE project

The SuPeRBE partners project's kick-off meeting was held on June 17 and 18 in Munich (Hochschule München University of Applied Sciences), both online and onsite. The project partners then gave a short introduction about their institutions and an overview of the activities they will carry out on the SuPeRBE project.

INCREASING CLIMATE CHANGE RESILIENCE IN CENTRAL EUROPE

Project Launched to Enhance Climate Resilience in Central Europe

Workgroup opening meeting organised by the Hungarian project partner Vas County Disaster Management Directorate

In the framework of the LOCALIENCE project, workgroups have been established to ensure the successful execution of the Hungarian pilot tasks. Managed by the pilot Steering Group, these workgroups began their efforts after the opening meeting on 13th May 2024. The Water Damage Prevention Group focuses on groundwater damage ...

Report on “Innovative solutions to promote synergies between passenger transport and freight transport” is now available

GRETA looks at the Cargo Hitching as a promising solution to improve mobility in urban, suburban and rural areas.

A Digital twin for Palmanova

In the past weeks, drones have scanned the Palmanova pilot neighbourhood, and the images collected will be used to create a digital twin of the city. Digital twinning is going to be very useful. Technical partners (in this case, APE FVG) can use it to perform the energy flows ...

Bologna Pilot Kickoff Event

ENEA organized the kickoff event of the Bologna pilot initiative "Acqua in Circolo", part of the Interreg Central Europe NiCE project that will see the collaboration of ENEA and the Municipality of Bologna together with citizens in order to identify new solutions for saving and circular use of water ...

Developing Short Supply Chains for AFNs, challenges and opportunities in logistics. The first PULS webinar dedicated to the Polish Innovation Hub

On 10th July 2024, the first webinar dedicated to the creation of the Polish Innovation Hub (IH) took place at the Poznan University of Life Sciences (PULS) as part of the Food4CE Project implemented in the Department of Law and Enterprise Management in Agribusiness Organisation.

Kick-off meeting of the Green Lamis Project

On 3-4 July 2024, Milan, Italy hosted the kick off meeting of the Green LaMiS project. With 1.8 milion EUR in funding from Interreg Central Europe Programme, the project involving 9 partners from 4 countries aiming at greening the last mile of the delivery of social services.

Future call: Help us to shape our capitalisation call

We have recently launched a study to analyse the potential for a joint valorisation of cross-border and transnational Interreg solutions in central Europe. The results will shape our capitalisation call. Have you been involved in the cross-border project? You can contribute to designing our call by completing this survey.

Yay, it’s coming, it’s coming! VReduMED Mid-term Event is here!

Join us at our hybrid Mid-term Event on 9 July 2024 and meet our consortium members! Get hands-on and try out the VR solutions presented on site at Széchenyi István University, Győr, Hungary, or follow our presentations via YouTube live stream!

Enhancing Innovation: FI4INN Virtual Knowledge Centre

The FI4INN project's Virtual Knowledge Centre (VKC) is a repository for innovative financial schemes. Categorized into six key areas, the VKC offers curated cases, examples, and best practices of innovative financing and support schemes from across Europe and beyond.

21st IMISCOE Annual Conference Migration as a Social Construction: A Reflexive Turn

In July 2024, more than 1.000 researchers in the migration field from all over the world participated at the IMISCOE conference in Lisbon.

CE4CE’s six pilots: pioneering circular solutions for public transport

To facilitate transitioning to circular economy, Interreg CE4CE partners cooperate basing on co-creation and peer reviews to jointly develop concrete, innovative and state-of-the-art solutions represented by the project’s 6 pilots.

CREDIT4CE is online!

We officially launched the project's social media channels.

RECYCLING CONCRETE

A step Towards a Sustainable Construction Future.

The Innovation Center W.E.I.Z. Visits Wunsiedel to Explore Renewable Energy Innovations

The Innovation Centre Weiz visited Wunsiedel, Germany, to study the town’s pioneering renewable energy projects and sector coupling initiatives. The Innovation Centre Weiz aims to apply the insights and technologies to enhance renewable energy initiatives in Weiz and beyond.

Electric fence and kuvasz dogs protecting herds at Crow well

Yet another herd is safer in Hungary thanks to the LECA project! WWF Hungary together with volunteers helped to construct an electric fence system in the outskirts of Dövény, Hungary.

CREDIT4CE Kick-off Meeting

On the 3rd and 4th July 2024, the first CREDIT4CE Consortium Meeting was held in Bratislava, Slovakia.

We were on Austrian Expert Conference for pedestrians!

Our colleagues Manfred A. Schrenk and Clemens Beyer from BOKU University attended a Conference on pedestrians on 4 and 5 June in Vienna. All mobility stakeholders were present and we had the opportunity to present our project and listen to other interesting activities - such as European Mobility Week.

Summary of the TASK4ISI Project Kick-off Meeting in Krakow

The TASK4ISI project officially launched with a successful kick-off meeting on June 24-25, 2024, at the Krakow University of Economics (KUE). This important event brought together project partners, stakeholders, and experts from across Europe to discuss the project's objectives, methodologies, and anticipated outcomes.

Project officially started

All 12 partner organizations met in Jablonec nad Nisou (CZ) from 24th to 25th of June 2024 for the official kick-off of ReBioClim. During the meeting, all partners agreed on the milestones and basics of cooperation. The event allowed us to discuss the main methods and to arrange our ...

KICK-OFF MEETING

July 3, 2024. Dept. of Electronics and Telecommunications, Politecnico di Torino, Torino, Italy

Predictive maintenance for infrastructure digital optimization in Leipzig

Within the CE4CE project, Leipzig Transport Company (LVB), together with Kruch Railway Innovations and ATB MOBILITY S.P.A (ATB), a public transport provider from Bergamo, Italy, are developing and implementing a systemic solution in order to introduce predictive maintenance to infrastructure in Leipzig.

SECONDARY RAW MATERIALS AND SITUATION ON THE MARKET

Nowadays, recycling and reuse are increasingly trending with the aim of preserving nature and minimizing pollution. Consequently, more and more construction companies and the construction sector in general are turning to the secondary use of materials.

Summer tips for accessible trips

Summer and holidays are in full swing and we want to offer you some interesting #AccessiblePlaces to visit on your trips. Let's start with Pomurje region in Slovenia.

Until I become home – A newspaper from people unheard and unseen

Our partners  ZRC SAZU in Ljubljana are supporting a collaborative newspa­per publication that focuses on the Balkan refu­gee route as well as communities and individuals that try to traverse it.

Ljubljana Urban Farm Rakova Jelša

Within the framework of the CoFarm4Cities project, the Municipality of Ljubljana took a slightly different path than the other partners. Because we decided to design, together with our partner DOVES, a learning process for primary schools, in which students will encounter food in several ways - from production to, ...

Enhancing metropolitan cooperation: analysis of 47 best practices for effective governance

A comprehensive analysis identified 47 best practices and tools developed by the MECOG-CE metropolitan partners. The study evaluated these practices according to their thematic domains, ability to address contemporary challenges, and potential for transferability to other metropolitan areas. The goal is to boost metropolitan cooperation and foster a culture ...

Embracing Greene 4.0: A Workshop on Green and Digital Transformation in Eastern Saxony

Greene 4.0 continues to champion the importance of green and digital transformation for businesses aiming to stay competitive in today's rapidly changing market. Recently, the Bautzen Innovation Centre hosted a workshop as part of the TEAM22 network meeting, providing valuable insights into technological advancements and promoting sustainable practices.

IUFRO 2024

RE-ENFORCE comes at the right time! The RE-ENFORCE team #IUFRO2024 has also spoken about the importance of the new Nature Restoration Law, which was passed on 17 June 2024. To refresh our memory: After long negotiations, the Environment Council reached a qualified majority and the EU adopted its new European ...

Talking about cross-border public transport

Capitalising on best practice for improving cross-border public transport connections: Executive Secretariat of the Central European Initiative (CEI-ES), in its role as lead partner of CONNECT2CE and SUSTANCE projects, presented their experiences at the 19th Beyond Borders Breakfast Debate on 27th June 2024.

Two days of great cooperation on the DoorCE Kick-off meeting in Warsaw University of Technology on 17th and 18th June!

DoorCE aims to tackle the current challenges related to Public Open Data (POD) in Central Europe by creating local Open Data Hubs providing high-quality, real-time data based on an easy-to-apply strategy and software tools. The first step was done within a great work atmosphere!

EIMA 2024

SAVE THE DATE: 6 - 10 NOVEMBER 2024

New nesting colonies on ReCo mudflats in Škocjanski zatok

The success of creating new habitats in Škocjanski zatok Nature Reserve is already evident this year.

Data collection for better public transport networks and operations aligned with local spatial planning

The Central-European partnership of OPTI-UP project during the summer of 2024 works on analysing existing public transport networks and practices of public transport planning and integration with spatial planning in selected small and medium sized cities. The settlements under observation are Osijek (HR), Paks (HU), Modena (IT), Grosuplje (SLO), ...

Be Here Now

We presented our research at Gdynia Design Days. The festival featured diverse activities on technology, design, and sustainability. Environmental care and circular design were key focuses. During our "Be Here Now" workshop, we explored mindfulness and its role in fostering innovative, sustainable business solutions.

Discussing financing of energy renovations in Slovenia

On Wednesday, June 12, 2024, a national round table on financing energy renovations of buildings in Slovenia was held in Ljubljana. The event was organized in cooperation with the Ministry of the Environment, Climate and Energy (MOPE), Climate and Energy within the EU LIFE project SMAFIN Expanded LIFE22-CET and ...

Monitoring Visitors and their Impacts on the Environment – evaluation workshop

HUMANITA project partners organised a very insightful online evaluation workshop on the topic of "Monitoring Visitors and their Impacts on the Environment". The aim of the workshop was to showcase the progress of HUMANITA project partners and pilot sites, and get feedback from external experts on the monitoring activities ...

How to work with the online accessibility viewer? That’s what the participants in the Pomurje region, Slovenia learned

Just yesterday colleagues in Pomurje region presented an online accessibility viewer, tested it straight away and involved new local service providers

DarkerSky4CE – The project started

The kick-off meeting took place in Pino Torinese (Italy) on 24 and 25 June. The 7 partners met face-to-face and discussed the actions of the project.

Smartness assessment in silver economy – stakeholders engaged to support smart villages

On 25 June 2024, the third Regional Stakeholder Group meeting took place in Debrecen where fruitful discussions provided the opportunity to learn about the lessons learned during transnational events, the main activities of the upcoming months and the first results expected this year.

How a cupcake helps us to define what a Healthy Forest Region is.

The idea of a Healthy Forest Region is something new, something that has not existed before. That is why we, all the international project partners together, started a joint process of defining what a HFR is and how it looks like – with the help of a cupcake.

Successful outcomes from the joint event in La Spezia.

The conference "Digitalization of ports and freight transport. Experiences and practices across EU-funded Programme" was held on 19th June at the headquarters of the Port Authority of the Eastern Ligurian Sea. The project partners and stakeholders of 4 projects from all over Europe met inside the Auditorium G. Bucchioni in ...

Biocarbon workshop

During the workshop, the participants could take part in theoretical and practical education, where they got to know biochar and its potential.

Bulding strong transnational connections

In the LECA project, we’re all about building strong connections to make a real impact on biodiversity conservation. On 17-18 June 2024 we've been actively networking and we've presented our project activities at the 15th Meeting of the Carpathian Convention Working Group on Biodiversity (Vienna, Austria).

The New Berliners’ Assembly on Climate Change is on its way

First insights are coming with surprises

The pilot site Savica – BTES technology potential

The Savica-1 well was selected as a pilot site for the repurposing into borehole thermal energy storage (BTES) technology.

Green Hackathon in Szeged

The Green Hackathon in Szeged, organized by the Municipality of Szeged and Energiaklub, successfully gathered citizens to tackle key environmental challenges. Participants explored innovative solutions for rainwater retention, biodiversity enhancement, and urban heat island management, contributing to Szeged's efforts toward local climate adaptation and sustainability.

D4PACK: strategies, ideas, goals and next steps towards a new TTS on packaging

Thanks to the cooperation among the partners from Italy, Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland and Slovenia D4Pack will lay the foundations for a new approach to food packaging reconfiguration.

B2GreenHub Open Call

Ready to reap the benefits of sustainability? Join B2GreenHub and unlock a world of advantages for your company

Insights from the Third Local Working Group Meeting in České Budějovice

At the third Local Working Group Meeting in České Budějovice, stakeholders gathered to design a targeted support package for advancing circular economy practices. The session focused on increasing awareness, addressing financial and regulatory challenges, and leveraging academic and business insights to create a model for sustainable growth in South Bohemia.

Lower Silesian Focus Group Advances Local Action Plan for Social and Solidarity Economy

The Lower Silesian Social Policy Center, supported by ARLEG SA, conducted the first focus group survey for the Interreg 3P4SSE project. The survey, involving local government and social economy representatives, focused on enhancing local government support, financing networks, and improving the capacity of social economy entities to provide services.

Lower Silesian Focus Group Advances Local Action Plan for Social and Solidarity Economy

The Lower Silesian Social Policy Center, supported by ARLEG SA, conducted the first focus group survey for the Interreg 3P4SSE project. The survey, involving local government and social economy representatives, focused on enhancing local government support, financing networks, and improving the capacity of social economy entities to provide services.

FH Kufstein Tirol Showcases GREENE 4.0 and B2GreenHub at the Bündnis Nachhaltige Hochschulen Network Meeting

The GREENE 4.0 project and B2GreenHub initiative presented at a Bündnis Nachhaltige Hochschulen online event.

Pilot site “Weinviertel – Vienna Basin”

The Weinviertel is a wine-growing region located mainly in Austria but extends into the Czech Republic and Slovakia. Across the three countries, many hydrocarbon wells could be repurposed for geothermal applications.

Support for Startups in the Pre-Seed Phase in Austria’s Ecosystem

Austria supports startups in their critical pre-seed phase through AWS, FFG, AplusB Centers, and KWF, offering funding and comprehensive support. These initiatives foster innovation, technology development, and market entry, contributing to Austria's vibrant startup ecosystem.

Productive Meeting of Carbon Farming CE Project Partners in Pulawy, Poland

Last week, partners of the Carbon Farming CE project met in Pulawy, Poland, marking an important milestone in our collaborative efforts. We presented completed activities, those in progress, and planned new initiatives. A highlight was visiting IUNG-PIB's trial sites, offering invaluable insights into our research's practical applications. For more, ...

H2CE Geographic Information System (GIS) under development

H2CE is developing a GIS platform to support Central Europe's hydrogen energy transition. This tool will help public authorities plan and monitor hydrogen investments, visualize energy infrastructure, and assess hydrogen production and transport.

CTU Leads Discussion on Boosting E-Waste Recycling

On June 19, Czech Technical University hosted a meeting on e-waste management. Key stakeholders discussed the current situation, shared best practices, and identified challenges in the Czech Republic. The focus was on developing strategies to increase e-waste recycling rates through pilot actions and public awareness campaigns.

Green Retention conference in Gdańsk

Our GreenScape project partner, the Public Roads Authority in Warsaw, participated in the Green Retention conference in Gdańsk, where Monika Domanowska discussed the role of trees in retention systems and presented the innovative GreenScape project, including the Wilenska Street sponge-city pilot.

Kick-off Meeting for TASK4ISI Project in Krakow, Poland

We are delighted to announce the Kick-off Meeting for the TASK4ISI Project (Transnational Action to advance Skills and competences FOR Inclusive entrepreneurship and Social Innovation), taking place on June 24-25, 2024 at the Krakow University of Economics (KUE) in Krakow, Poland.

FOOD4CE at the BUYSOCIAL SHOWCASE – SUCCESSFUL STORIES event in Slovenia to foster B2B cooperation between social and traditional enterprises and municipalities

On the 17th of June 2024 the event BUY SOCIAL SHOWCASE – SUCCESSFUL STORIES, organised by the BFSE B2B - BUYSOCIAL project, was held in Maribor, Slovenia. The event was attended by Food4CE representatives, thanks to the participation of the project partner Regional Development Agency for Podravje – Maribor.

8th Street Greening Conference

Our GreenScape Project was featured at the 8th Street Greening Conference, where Monika Domanowska from the Public Roads Authority in Warsaw presented innovative green infrastructure initiatives. She highlighted Warsaw's retention and rain gardens and shared the project’s plans to transform Wilenska Street into a model "sponge-city" concept, showcasing the ...

City of Lublin Hosts Eco-Education Summit as Part of Circular WEEEP Project

Lublin convened institutions for the Circular WEEEP project, discussing the WEEE market and emerging waste types like e-cigarettes. The meeting highlighted risks and challenges, focusing on the upcoming WEEE LIVE Pilot Action. Lublin aims to improve waste management and promote sustainability.

The DiSTT project prepares students and employees for the labour market of the 21st century

With knowledge of 3D printing and digital manufacturing, it can be easier for them to succeed

Partnership Meeting and Study Visit in Pécs

June 11-13, 2024, Pécs hosted CIREVALC Partnership Meeting and Study Visit. This event brought together project partners and stakeholders for a fantastic opportunity to share ideas, learn from each other, and enjoy the unique charm of Pécs.

Programme countries put new call for peripheral and lagging areas on track

On 12 June 2024, the Interreg CENTRAL EUROPE monitoring committee decided to launch a third call for project proposals in October 2024. In their meeting in Ljubljana, the programme countries agreed on key elements of the new call including cornerstones of a revised assessment methodology.

Analysis of metropolitan governance systems illustrates diverse approaches and national conditions in metropolitan areas in Central Europe

An in-depth analysis of metropolitan governance systems examined the role and autonomy of local governments and metropolitan areas (MAs) in the political system, their influence on central government, and the significance of metropolitan issues in national agendas. It also reviewed metropolitan governance structures and characteristics, highlighting variations among countries ...

Visiting pilot case – Comacchio Valleys, Italy

Discover with us the rich natural heritage of the Po River Delta, one of the INACO project pilot sites, located in Comacchio Valleys in Italy.

Co-creating Circular Labs

In a recent gathering, 20 representatives from 12 organizations across six European countries convened in the mountainous region of Košice, Slovakia. These regular meetings are crucial for the consortium, providing an opportunity to co-create solutions and address regional and national challenges collectively.

Kick-off meeting

The Kick-off was meeting hosted by the Institute for Ecology of Industrial Areas (IETU) in Katowice. During the two days meeting, project partners had the opportunity to visit to the Egzotarium in the city of Sosnowiec.

Interview with prof. David Bolzonella from Veneto Agency for Innovation in the Primary Sector

We are introducing the expert interview with prof. David Bolzonella from Veneto Agency for Innovation in the Primary Sector and Department of Biotechnology at the University of Verona. https://youtu.be/hwgsC4a4680?si=sETtjXrtDILk22Ev

EDF Blog post – Enhancing accessibility for deaf people in tourism

Blog post by Alexandre Bloxs, Policy Manager at the European Union of the Deaf. During a recent training session for our project. Alexandre Bloxs shared some valuable insights on making tourism more accessible for the Deaf community. Check the key takeaways from his participation at EDF websites.

Kick-off meeting of the INACO project in Bologna, Italy

Enjoy a brief summary of the INACO project kick-off meeting in Bologna, Italy. Explore our project and see what we are planning!

CIRCULAR MATERIAL USE RATE IN EUROPE

The EU aims to double its use of recycled material, in terms of its share in the total amount of material used by the economy, between 2020 and 2030, as set out in the circular economy action plan. Increasing the use of secondary materials reduces the extraction of primary ...

We do not dare to leave the parking spaces

"We do not dare to leave the parking spaces, because by the time we come back there is no longer free parking space": parking problems in the housing estate of Szentendre

First press release of the project on the creation of Innovation Hubs to facilitate the exchange of logistics knowledge and good practices among Central European AFNs

On 22nd and 23rd of May, Food4CE project partners met in Budapest for the project review meeting, during which they discussed the activities carried out over the last few months and those that will involve the consortium in the upcoming months.

Kick-Off Project Drive2Transform

Insight into Regensburg´s automotive innovation ecosystem - The kick-off of the new Drive2Transform project took place on 6 and 7 June at the TechBase in Regensburg. Nine project partnersfrom eight Central European countries met to define the work packages for the next two years and to gain an insight ...

Tracing the Iron Curtain: A Cycling Adventure with Explorer Tour Central

Embark on an unforgettable journey with the ICTr Explorer Tour Central, a unique cycling adventure that takes you through the picturesque landscapes of the Czech Republic and Austria.

Workshop in Trento

A workshop in Trento, facilitated by Euricse, defined actions for a Local Action Plan to improve public-private partnerships in Trentino's Districts of Solid Economy (DES). Key proposals included a bottom-up approach to enhance interaction between citizens, DES, and public administration, and mapping social initiatives for new DES and pilot projects.

Charting Path for Local Action Plan and Pilot Activities

On June 11th, Fundacija Prizma / Foundation Prizma and RRA Podravje - Maribor held a successful workshop to prepare a local action plan for the 3P4SSE project. The workshop, hosted at RRA Podravje - Maribor, focused on identifying challenges and opportunities, enhancing user engagement in SocioLab services, and setting ...

Technology partner Scandens selected

Scandens, a swiss-based leader in software for building energy renovations, is selected as a technology partner in the MESTRI-CE project. With this collaboration, the project aims to translate EU guidelines into actionable measures, driving the transformation of the Central European building sector further towards enhanced sustainability.

Cross border excursion

Two project partners on a mission to spread the word about the endangered freshwater pearl mussel and their efforts to protect it.

Austrian Pilot Action successfully started

The Austrian pilot action launched successfully with a stakeholder workshop on 3 June 2024 in South Styria. Around 30 participants from municipalities, fire brigades, civil protection associations, district authorities, the Province of Styria and the project team discussed the planned flood warning system. The workshop aimed to introduce the ...

The power of Pilot Actions in the Capacity2Transform project

As the Capacity2Transform project gears up for the implementation phase, it's time to delve into the crucial aspect of pilot actions across all partnerships. However, before diving into the execution, let's first shed some light on what pilot actions are and their significance.

H2CE PROJECT MEETING HIGHLIGHTS: PAVING THE WAY FOR H2-READY REGIONS

On the 6th and 7th of June 2024, the Interreg CE co-funded H2CE project held a fruitful networking and partner meeting to discuss and bring forward the transnational cooperation on tackling a smart integration of hydrogen solutions and renewable energies into the regional energy transition.

Aromatherapy Workshops with the Essential Oils Creation

The Aromatherapy Workshops with the Essential Oils Creation was an engaging and informative event, where participants explored the art of creating various essential oil-based products.

“Drive2Transform” – Cluster Mobility & Logistics (R-Tech GmbH) coordinates Europe-wide project on the future of the automotive industry

Regensburg, 06.06.2024 - The automotive industry is facing fundamental change. The “Drive2Transform” project offers small and medium-sized enterprises concrete regional and transnational measures to actively shape the technological and market transformation. R-Tech GmbH is the lead partner in the almost 1.8 million euro project, which is funded by the ...

Herbal Workshop on Developing Biocosmetics

The Herbal Workshop On Developing Biocosmetics was a resounding success, offering participants hands-on experience in creating their own natural beauty products.

Latest report on climate change related pressures on groundwater prognosis and assessments released

Check out our latest report: "Concepts for prognosis and assessments of climate change related pressures on groundwater." With climate change uncertainty projected to impact short- and long-term decisions, the information provided in this report becomes indispensable.

Buddy Boosting Training Program in Germany up and running

The first round of the training program on sustainability is well on the way

RE-ENFORCE Kick-off meeting, Vienna 3-5 June 2024

Nine project partners met from 3 June to 5 June 2024 in Vienna in the pleasant surroundings of Schönbrunn area, where BFW, the lead partner, is based, to discuss the possible obstacles on the three-year path, the advantages of mutual cooperation, the details of certain actions, to get a ...

Learning from each other: Synergetic Online Event

On Wednesday, June 5th 2024, our partners ISI e.V. from Berlin and ZRC SAZU from Ljubljana joined an event between Interreg Project GEtCoheSive and AMIF (Asylum, Migration and Integration Fund) funded RES-MOVE.

The Szentes geothermal field in Hungary

In Hungary, the pilot site will be located in the Pannonian sediments. In the Pannonian sediments, we can already find working thermal wells, such as in the area of Szentes.

Discussing green financing with stakeholders in Croatia

The 2nd National Roundtable (NRT) session took place on May 15, 2024, at the Hotel Esplanade in Zagreb, Croatia. The session focused on financial instruments and standards for energy efficiency projects, with participants from local authorities, commercial banks, financing consultancies, stock exchanges and other finance industry stakeholders.

DREAM_PACE has been mentioned by the e-magazine Sustainable Bus

DREAM_PACE has been mentioned by the e-magazine Sustainable Bus, full article here: https://www.sustainable-bus.com/news/drt-on-demand-transportation-what-is-challenges-market/

Embrace the Green Revolution: Join Our B2GreenHub Ecosystem Today!

Greene 4.0 as part of B2GreenHub is looking for aspiring manufacturing companies operating within the Electronics; Food and beverage; Pharmaceutical and chemical; Metal; Plastics and rubber; Machinery and equipment; Building materials and furniture sectors. Step out of the box and onto the green transition journey!

Kick-off meeting D4PACK… let’s start!

On June 17th-18th the D4PACK kick-off meeting will be held at the CEVI-Confindustria Verona headquarters. Stay tuned.

Stories from DREAM_PACE pilot areas: Split-Dalmatia County (HR)

Following the methodology elaborated in DREAM_PACE, a broad range of stakeholders engaged in co-creation sessions contributed to the definition of the demo area (around the municipalities of Dugopolje, Trilj, and Dicmo), and alternative service development scenarios have been discussed according to citizens’ mobility needs.

DiSTT: Kick-off meeting in Brno

Kick-off meeting as the beginning of a successful project. In May, all partners of the DiSTT project met at the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering Brno University of Technology (CZ).

THE CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS PYRAMID

The Construction Material Pyramid from CINARK at the Royal Danish Academy makes it possible to compare, for example, CO2 footprints between different categories of materials or between material types within the same category.

Assessing Renovation Strategies: A Deep Dive into Central European Energy Policies

The MESTRI project has undertaken a comprehensive analysis of current renovation strategies across Central Europe, aiming to assess the legislative and policy frameworks that shape energy transition and sustainability in the building sector. This analysis, conducted by regional partners in Austria, Croatia, Germany, Italy, and Poland, compares national policies ...

ACTION PLANS for Central Europe mountains!

Find out more about our plans for the future of Alps, Carpathians and Sudetes. Check OUTPUTS section!

Accessible tourism in Znojmo region is one step further

We heard examples of good practice of accessible tourism in the region, could saw how persons with disabilities in ParaCENTRUM Fenix help with the creation of videos and in the workshop part we focused on the topics of barriers, transport and awareness.

Closing the Lavender-Loop in Saxony

CIREVALC pilot project supports the lavender team in finding new products and partners.

Kickoff Meeting for EnCLOD Project: Enhancing Governance Through Open Data and IoT in Central Europe

On May 28 and 29, 2024, the consortium of the EnCLOD project convened in Vicenza, hosted by the Province of Vicenza, the lead partner of the project on the occasion of the first meeting of EnCLOD. The EnCLOD project (Enhancing Governance Capacities of Local Authorities Using Open Data) is ...

Days of Plant Fascination in Troubsko

More than 850 children and pupils from Kindergarten to Secondary School got information about bioeconomy in the Days of Plant Fascination.

MISSION CE CLIMATE meets the EU Mission on Climate-Neutral and Smart Cities at Ljubljana Climate Office

This month, the Mission CE Climate project team visited the Ljubljana Climate Office to exchange experiences and establish collaborations, across the two initiatives, both aiming to enable more sustainable, climate friendly and resilient development of our communities.

1 Interreg Volunteer Youth position to join the Interreg Humanita project team!

Eurac research - Institute for Regional Development is looking for a young volunteer willing to collaborate on the project

Whorkshop on Exploring the Bioeconomy and Non-Traditional Crops

Agricultural Research Ltd. in Troubsko (ART) successfully organized an engaging workshop titled "Exploring the Bioeconomy and Non-Traditional Crops" as part of Activity 2.2 of the BIOECO UP project, which focuses on empowering citizens to produce their own biobased products. The workshop, held at the ART, attracted numerous participants eager ...

Webinar on “Green & Circular Economy & Sustainability”

An excellent opportunity to explore key topics, share insights, and discuss innovative strategies related to sustainability and the circular economy

Progress in Climate Change Adaptation Solutions Discussed at MAURICE Project Meeting

We are delighted to share that the third meeting of the MAURICE project partners was successfully held in Stuttgart from 13-15 May 2024. The primary objective of the meeting was to discuss the progress made in developing an urban water management strategy that focuses on implementing climate change adaptation ...

Don’t miss any news thanks to our LinkedIn profile

The official DiSTT social media channel is now available!

Analyzing Current Systems for Building Management: A Step Towards the Smart Data Hub

In preparation for developing a Smart Data Hub, it is crucial to evaluate the existing building management systems used by participating countries and institutions in the MESTRI-CE project. This comprehensive analysis aims to identify the tools currently in use and the parameters considered relevant when analyzing building portfolios.

On 22 and 23 May, the FOOD4CE project review meeting was held in Budapest, during which the consortium made a study visit to the Budapest Marketplace

On Wednesday 22 May and Thursday 23 May, the FOOD4CE project review meeting was held in Budapest, hosted by the Hungarian partner Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences – MATE.

Launch of CE4CE Knowledge Platform for Circular Economy in Public Transport

The CE4CE project has unveiled a groundbreaking knowledge platform designed to foster the adoption of circular economy principles in public transportation systems. The platform, a key output of the project, is designed to identify circularity gaps and life-cycle actors, enable knowledge transfer, and showcase selected lifecycle value chains.

How to manage public transport in less populated areas

Do you know that there are many examples of public transport governance in Europe, on both levels – domestic and cross-border? They work because the main elements were tuned for success, differently in each region.

Pilot actions have started in the pilot area of Lower Kamenjak and the Medulin archipelago

Over the past month, project partner KAMENJAK conducted several interesting monitoring activities on the impact of tourist activities in the pilot area of the significant landscape of Donji Kamenjak and the Medulin archipelago

GREENPACT halftime! What’s up?

After almost 1.5 years the GREENPACT project is well up and running. Our nine partners from Italy, Croatia, Czech Republic, Slovakia and Germany are working hard on the aim of bringing together different cultures, generations and levels of expertise on the subject of sustainability.

Climate Resilient Communities Thanks to Participatory Processes

Local communities wish to be more active in choices related to climate change in their territory: this is the most interesting result of the activation of a participatory process in Lignano Sabbiadoro, north-eastern Italy.

Circularity Compass – an innovative tool for public transport stakeholders

Facing the climate crisis and thus with an urgent need for all business sectors to turn to circular economy mode, public transport will not stay behind. Developed within the project, Circularity Compass, or The Public Transport Circular Economy Self-Assessment Tool, is a simplified and user-friendly survey for public transport stakeholders.

The OPTI-UP kick-off – setting the stage and starting the work

With a shared commitment to develop intelligent tools and collaborative strategies for environmentally friendly public transportation, we convened the partners and stakeholders of OPTI-UP for a kick-off meeting in Zagreb on 22 May 2024 to begin our two-year journey.

Transforming Capacity: Highlights from the last Consortium Meeting in Split

Charting the Path Forward in Capacity2Transform project.

Drive Climate Action: the polish Pioneers at the Climate Neutrality Conference!

This year's Climate Neutrality Conference was full of inspiring discussions and practical conclusions on achieving climate neutrality in cities. We focused on: - Effective use of EU funds - Energy transformation - Sustainable solutions in urban transport and construction - Readiness of Polish cities to implement ambitious climate goals One of the most important ...

Interactive Workshop with Croatian Studies Students

On May 23rd, Mrs. Tijana Simek, representing our project lead partner, hosted students from the Faculty of Croatian Studies at the Energy Centre Bračak. The interactive workshop focused on the European Society and Integrated Ecology course, discussing climate mitigation and adaptation. Students learned about upcoming GreenScape CE project activities ...

GreenPATH Project Kicks Off in Bologna

The GreenPATH project, led by the Institute for Transport and Logistics (ITL, Italy), was officially launched in Bologna on 22-23 May. Bringing together partners from 10 regions of CE, it is set to make significant strides in sustainable commuting solutions in the next 2.5 years.

TRANSGEO project in Medjimurje county, Croatia

One of the main activities is the development of the Transnational Strategy for a sustainable development of the Central European regions for a better transition from fossil to geothermal energy use.

Third and Final Session of the Online GINEVRA Interactive Training Course

The third and final session of the Online GINEVRA Interactive Training Course took place on May 21st via Zoom. It continued discussions with city partners, featured expert-guided breakout rooms, and was open to all interested in responsible governance of transformative innovations. The session focused on challenges in political commitment, ...

Bükk-Area LEADER Association Hosts JETforCE Project Info Session for Municipal Leaders

The General Assembly meeting of the Bükk-Area LEADER Association featured a significant information session on the JETforCE project and its new climate protection app. Held in Bükkábrány on 16th May 2024, the session was attended by 17 municipal leaders who were briefed on the app's functionalities and potential benefits.

DIGIVITALITY Feasibility Validation Programme Started!

The DIGIVITALITY Programme aims to accelerate start-ups by providing a multi-dimensional feasibility validation process and enhancing their value proposition with early health technology assessment (eHTA). Launched on May 14, the programme includes eight selected startups and the DIGIVITALITY project consortium, marking the start of an exciting journey.

#drt in Stradella and Oltrepo Pavese, Italy

After 14 months of activities of @DREAM_PACE, it is time to re-cap what at being done in the 6 areas hosting the project´s Living Labs for developing demand responsive transport.

Usage of a shut-in well in Municipality Murska Sobota, Rakičan

Regarding new situation and limitations for using thermal waters in Slovenia a new license for geothermal exploitation can be granted in case injection is in place.

East Saxony Stakeholders Explore New Energy Transition Tool at Knappenrode Energy Museum

On 13 May 2024, energy transition stakeholders from East Saxony gathered at the Knappenrode Energy Museum for a joint workshop on the JETforCE Challenge Mapping Tool. They also took the opportunity to visit the Power2Change exhibition.

Bridging Borders: Cooperation with Stakeholders in Valtice

In the heart of Europe, where the Austrian-Czech border weaves its historical tapestry, lies the magnificent Valtice Castle. Read the news for more information about Cultural Landscape Lednice – Valtice, which is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Enhancing Political Participation for Homeless People from the Perspective of Social Workers

In May 2024, Caritas Stadtteilarbeit hosted a focus group as part of the bottom-up participatory pilot "EQUIHOME". This 1,5-hour online workshop brought together five social workers from Caritas Streetwork Hauptbahnhof, Caritas Tageszentrum, P7 – Wiener Service für Wohnungslose, Caritas Frauenwohnzentrum, and Fairplayteam in the 6th Viennese district.

Logistik Dialog 2024: how to address the challenges of SFSCs and ensure more efficient and resilient logistics for AFNs. Insights from the speech of Tomislav Letnik

On Thursday, May 16 and Friday, May 17 2024, the prestigious Austrian Logistics Conference “Logistik Dialog 2024” was held at Vienna Airport. Powered by Food4CE partner ECONSULT Betriebsberatungsges.m.b.H., the event was an important opportunity to meet and exchange ideas and knowledge on logistics issues.

Policy perspectives for a sustainable future

The SMART CIRCUIT project, a pioneering initiative aimed at accelerating the integration of digital technology into the Circular Economy (CE), recently concluded a comprehensive series of interviews with 36 policy makers from across Europe.

Creative Fusion: Turin’s OGR Leading the Way in Innovation

At the core of Officine Grandi Riparazioni - OGR's success is its commitment to fostering a vibrant startup ecosystem, aligned with FI4INN objectives. The OGR Startup Accelerator Program stands out, providing essential resources and mentorship for aspiring entrepreneurs. Through workshops and financial facilitation, OGR empowers innovators to thrive in ...

University Students in Miskolc test the JETforCE Challenge Mapping Tool

In a collaborative effort with the University of Miskolc, an innovative climate change mitigation community-based app was put to the test by students and their teachers during an energy economics class. The app, developed to promote a just transition to green energy, aims to engage young people in climate ...

Embracing Circular Economy: Insights from Central Europe’s Leading Industries

The SMART CIRCUIT project, encompassing insights from 62 enterprises across Central Europe, reveals a compelling transition towards a circular economy, highlighting the urgent shift towards sustainability.

76 best practices to boost metropolitan cooperation and governance across Central Europe

The project MECOG-CE provides an in-depth expert analysis of metropolitan governance systems, illustrating various national approaches and best practices from partners' metropolitan areas and outside partners' regions. The studies identified and described a total of 76 best practices and tools aimed at strengthening metropolitan cooperation and governance. These exceptional ...

A circular economy business model for public transport planners and operators

An assessment method to simulate circular scenarios for electrification upscaling along an identified e-corridor in the city of Gdynia (the north of Poland) was developed jointly in Interreg CE4CE project by its project partners.

Project meeting and study visit in Znojmo, Czechia next week!

There's a big event coming up next week! Let's meet in Znojmo, Czechia for a workshop, study visit and project partners meeting. There are many topics to discuss and we are looking forward to a large participation of local stakeholders and all project partners. Stay tuned for more information in ...

Annual meeting in Zakopane – Updates, planning, bears and enthusiasm

The LECA project partners met at the annual meeting in Zakopane (Poland), 13-15 May 2024. We used the potential of our in-person meeting at 100%! We not only admired the beautiful nature but also discussed the project status as well as collected samples in the field.

H2CE Collaboration Platform- development survey results

Fostering collaboration among hydrogen stakeholders in the Central European Region

Climate Change: A Challenge We Face Globally and Locally

May 15th is World Climate Change Day, a day to acknowledge the significant challenge facing our planet. Climate change impacts us not only globally, with increased extreme weather events and rising sea levels, but also locally, in the form of urban heat islands.

Greene 4.0 Co-Design Workshop

Exciting developments are underway with the Greene 4.0 project team! After engaging in 70 comprehensive interviews with various manufacturing company representatives, we've gained invaluable insights into their perspectives on digital and green solutions.

Development of Short Supply Chains for Alternative Food Networks – Challenges and Opportunities in Logistics

On Tuesday 14 May 2024, a webinar was held on Developing Short Supply Chains - Challenges and Opportunities in Logistics, focusing on the significance of high-quality local food for a resilient food supply system.

Prettau: Potential and risks of existing parking and mobility related ideas

The municipality of Prettau lies in the natural park - "Rieserferner-Ahrn" at the end of the valley of “Ahrntal”. This location is a tourist hotspot, well known for its high mountain peaks and passes. To tackle the existing traffic problem in the village of Kasern the municipality plans to ...

Challenges Mapping Tool presented at UN STI Forum 2024 Side Event

JETforCE project partner IAAI presented the JETforCE Challenge Mapping Tool and its applicability for citizens’ and youth engagement in climate and SDGs action at a side event to the UN Science, Technology and Innovation Forum 2024.

Partners meet for a 3rd partner meeting in Podyjí&Thayatal National Parks

ReCo partners have recently had a chance to engage in some restoration work in Lower Austria by themselves.

Rostock completed ParkPAD Audit

As part of the EU project NXTLVL Parking, the city of Rostock successfully completed the ParkPAD Audit. Together with representatives from politics, administration, associations, and civil society, existing parking policies were not only analyzed but also innovative ideas for effective parking management were developed.

Re-cap: BUDAPEST, HUNGARY: TESTING & IMPLEMENTING A NEW DRT SYSTEM

After 14 months of activities of @DREAM_PACE, it is time to re-cap what at being done in the 6 areas hosting the project´s Living Labs for developing demand responsive transport.

Successful Kick-Off Meeting for REDU-CE-D Project

The kick-off meeting for the REDU-CE-D project took place on May 14th in Dubrovnik, marking the start of a collaborative effort to enhance energy efficiency in Central Europe's transportation sectors.

Second Online Training Session on Responsible Governance of Transformative Innovations

On May 14th, we hosted an online training session on governance, focusing on transformative innovation in small and medium-sized cities. The session featured presentations by KIT-ITAS and HÁRFA on AV testing and municipal innovation governance. GINEVRA city partners engaged in interactive breakout rooms, with external participants joining to discuss ...

Hajdúböszörmény is starting to build green islands for its citizents

The City of Hajdúböszörmény has begun work on 47 green islands it will create in order to reduce heat stress for its citizens and to make the city green

Pioneering Building Renovation and Green Financing Across Central Europe

The MESTRI-CE project is making significant strides in the field of building renovation and sustainable development. Central to this initiative is the development of a Smart Data Hub, a comprehensive repository for all relevant building data. This hub is designed to facilitate detailed analyses and inform renovation plans across ...

ParkPAD audit in Olomouc

Olomouc has been dealing with the issue of sustainable transport within and around the city for a long time and is one of the leaders of the urban mobility in Czech Republic. Its aim is to establish more flexible intermodal options for all users. For this reason, promoting and ...

Project partners joined charity run Wings for Life

Project partners from Czechia, Austria and Croatia joined the @wingsforlife World Run 2024 in different parts of Europe and ran for those who can not! The race is very unique, both in its format, where there is no fixed number of kilometres, but you are chased by a catcher ...

Monitoring on Petzen-Peca pilot site in Karawanken-Karavanke UNESCO Global Geopark – erosion and impact on bike trails

Monitoring of erosion and impact on bike trails was implemented on Karawanken-Karavanke UNESCO Global Geopark pilot site Petzen/Peca

Croatia gains 9 new Design Sprint Facilitators. Two-Day Workshop by John Vetan

As a continuation of our activities under the Capacity2Transform project, the Faculty of Economics, Business, and Tourism in collaboration with IRI Centar at the University of Split successfully hosted a two-day Design Sprint Training Facilitator workshop on May 8-9.

G7 countries top energy stories

In 2023, renewable energy sources surpassed 30% of global electricity consumption for the first time, largely due to significant growth in solar and wind power. Energy ministers from the G7 countries have committed to phasing out unabated coal-fired power plants by 2030 to 2035, marking a substantial shift towards ...

The experience with ParkPAD in Ljutomer, Slovenia

The Municipality of Ljutomer and the Urban Planning Institute of the Republic of Slovenia collaborated in the ParkPAD process for Ljutomer. ParkPAD proved to be a welcome opportunity for both the municipality and the stakeholders to exchange their views and start working on the parking policy.

Focus Group as a Tool of Participative Democracy and Consultation, organized and presented by ALDA+

On May 9th, ALDA+ concluded its training for facilitators series with a focus on the use of Focus Groups in participative democracy and consultation. Trainees delved into understanding focus group rules, purposes, strategies, implementation steps, and pros and cons. This session aimed to empower facilitators to effectively utilize focus ...

Exhibition as a Tool for Discipline Development

This piece was initially published in the Polish design journal FORMY.XYZ. It is about the function of exhibitions as a tool for transformation and development, based on the UNPLUGGED exhibition, which opened on January 17, 2024 and will be open for visitors throughout Central Europe for the next two years.

Interview with expert from Confindustria Alto Adige-Südtirol

Interesting expert interview within the TeBiCE project. The topic: Relevant value chains in the South Tyrolean region is presented by Alexander Rieper – President of Food Section – Confindustria Alto Adige-Südtirol

Interreg Talks with Mrs. Tijana Simek, representative of REGEA Croatia and lead partner of the GreenScape project.

Copernicus Platform Workshop Enhances Climate Change Understanding and Resilience Planning

Recently, the MISSION CE CLIMATE project hosted a capacity-building workshop focused on the Copernicus platform, a cornerstone of the European Union's Earth observation program.

Collaborative effort to design the new vegetable gardens of Cascina Falchera

In Turin, the collaborative effort to design the new vegetable gardens of Cascina Falchera is continuing, making the most of different perspectives and expertise. On March 15, about 20 students from the Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Science and Technology at the University of Turin, were accompanied by their professors ...

Online Open Space Technology Simulation with ALDA+

On May 7th, ALDA+ concluded its second facilitator training session with an engaging online Open Space Technology simulation. Participants explored participative democracy and Social and Solidarity Economy sub-topics, immersing themselves in the Open Space Technology tool. Three interactive circles, moderated by participants, covered topics including benefits for local authorities, ...

Successful Start of the Workshop “Renovation Roadmaps for Public Building Portfolios” in Austria

On April 23rd, the first part of the workshop "Renovation Roadmaps for Public Building Portfolios" took place, organized by the Energy Agency of Styria in collaboration with e7 energy innovation & engineering. The event provided an exciting platform for discussing sustainable building and financing standards.

Jane’s Walk in Szeged Successfully Organized

🚶‍♂️✨ We're thrilled to share the success of the recent Jane's Walk community stroll in Szeged, also known locally as the "Yellow Balloon Smiley Walk"! 🎈

Introductory session of our GINEVRA online interactive trainings

The introductory session of the online interactive trainings, organized by our GINEVRA partners and knowledge providers, took place on May 3rd. This session offered an incredible opportunity to exchange knowledge and best practices on enhancing citizen and stakeholder engagement, with a focus on autonomous vehicles and innovative urban mobility ...

Roundtable discusson for intersectoral cooperation in the bioeconomy in Budapest

The discussion began with an introduction to the project and, followed by a problem-framing workshop where key bioeconomy stakeholders discussed technological, socio-economic, governance, knowledge, and business-related challenges to intersectoral cooperation in Hungary. A brainstorming session then generated potential solutions to the identified challenges.

JETforCE Pilot Actions Launched in the Region of Istria

At the end of April, the Istrian Regional Energy Agency (IRENA) made significant strides in promoting just energy transitions through its participation in two pivotal events within the Istrian Region, showcasing the launch of pilot activities under the JETforCE project.

The Report on Tourists’ Survey results – understanding tourists’ attitudes towards nature and, particularly, protected environments

Our partner EURAC Research in collaboration with project partners successfully developed The Report on Tourists’ Survey results, the first deliverable of Activity 3.1 “Understanding human impacts and their attitude towards nature”. The overall objective was to investigate, understand, and accordingly try to improve the mutual interaction among these delicate ...

The first pilot takes off!

The Pilot Idea The main Topic of the UBA pilot is to link e-commerce and city centres to the benefit of both. Together with the cooperation partners, Zukunftshaus Würzburg and adelphi, UBA wants to develop and implement a delivery service for items to rent or to repair. The delivery service ...

SMERF Webinars

Bridging the Gap: Introducing SMERF Webinars for Transforming SMEs

Hungarian JETA Members Gather to Test the JETforCE Digital Challenge Mapping Tool

On 23 April 2024, the Hungarian lead partner of the Interreg Central Europe JETforCE project, BORA 94 Nonprofit Kft., convened with with members of the Just Energy Transition Alliance (JETA), to test the application recently developed within the project, which allows for the broad involvement of the public in ...

The first year of the MECOG-CE project is successfully completed!

For over a year now, the MECOG-CE project – Strengthening Metropolitan Cooperation and Governance in Central Europe has been aiming to enhance metropolitan areas in Central Europe. Thanks to the project, we as 15 partners across Europe are pushing forward mutual cooperation in the field of the metropolitan development.

PopUpUrbanSpaces eNewsletter Issue3 is available

First year of NiCE project in WP1

Strong collaboration and intensive knowledge transfer resulted success in WP1 during the first year of NiCE project.

Bologna Local Event: JETforCE Presents Digital Challenge Mapping Tool

On 24th April, the Metropolitan City of Bologna in collaboration with Absolut events & communications held an event to present the Challenges Mapping Tool, a pivotal moment for the "JETforCE – Just Energy Transition for Central Europe" initiative.

Bologna Local Event: JETforCE Presents Challenge Mapping Tool for Energy Transition

On 24th April, the Metropolitan City of Bologna in collaboration with Absolut events; communication held an event to present the Challenges Mapping Tool, marking a pivotal moment for the "JETforCE – Just Energy Transition for Central Europe" initiative.

First direct train from Trieste arrived to Rijeka

“With the support of stakeholders, we aim to encourage sustainable mobility in the region and improve cross-border cooperation. We are aware that it is often challenging, but today we have proven that with a strong commitment and a culture of dialogue, we can lay the foundation for the development ...

Workshop about Bioeconomy for Czech students

Information sheets on the biomass economy have been presented for the third time in the Czech Republic, this time by the Czech University of Life Sciences Prague.

Regional network meeting: The future of nursing training with XR technology

VReduMED partners are consulting on the potential uses of VR in healthcare through roundtable discussions with regional stakeholders. Our German partners Anselm Stadler, Christa Mohr and Andrea Sattler report on their own event,, which took place in Regensburg on 21 03 2024.

Unveiling Turin’s Financial Innovation: Inspiring Insights for SMEs and Startups

Turin's event showcased innovative financial tools for SMEs and startups. High-level speakers shared examples of instruments driving innovation. Discussions covered urban development tools and innovative bonds. Piedmont's support measures for SMEs and startups were highlighted.

Survey: Help us shape the future of Interreg 

Political discussions about future of Interreg already started last year. How should transnational cooperation be supported after 2027? We invite you to participate in a short survey and let us know your thoughts and ideas on this. Your inputs will directly inform the position of the European Commission.

Innovation Centre W.E.I.Z Hosts Successful Launch Event of Challenge Mapping Tool for Energy Transition

The Innovation Centre W.E.I.Z recently hosted a pivotal event, both in-person and virtually, to unveil the Challenge Mapping Tool in the Region of Weiz. Part of the "JETforCE – Just Energy Transition for Central Europe" project, the event marked a significant step in leveraging digitalisation to steer the energy ...

Does Creativity Have Working Hours? A Completely Different Panel Discussion from our Croatian partners

The Capacity2Transform project has entered the phase contains series of events and stakeholder gatherings. This particular event served as a hook to introduce the project and familiarize attendees with its key themes. The focus was on raising awareness in the local community and integrating creatives into business processes.

Newsletter 1

Now, our first project's newsletter is available. Have a nice read!

Consortium Meeting in Prague

Last week the Consortium of GREENPACT met at the Czech Chamber of Commerce to exchange results and experiences about the current project status.

GREENPACT Training for Circular and Impact Entrepreneurship in Croatia

Our Croatian Partners, STEP RI and the City of Rijeka, invite all Croatian future and existing entrepreneurs and managers from the tourism and creative industries.

Pilot action concepts finalised

The Ready4Heat cities are working on pilot actions in order to try out suitable and transferable measures helping to combat heat.

Zala County Self-Government, Hungary organised an awareness-raising event

Zala County Self-Government organised an awareness-raising event on the 26th of March 2024, where members of the Association for the Disabled of Zala County took part. The aim of the meeting was to introduce them the project, the mapping activities, and to visit some of the locations together that have ...

German Weather Service User Workshop – DWD Nutzerworkshop

The workshop hosted by the German Weather Service DWD aims for open exchange between users and developers of climate products in weather, seasonal, decadal forecasts, and regional projections. It covers current science, user-specific applications, and future perspectives.

Second round of lively discussions, sharing experiences and inspiration, this time in the Slovakia-Hungary cross-border area

The LECA project partners WWF Hungary and WWF Slovakia successfully organised the pilot kick-off and stakeholder meeting in Parádfürdő, Hungary, on 18-19 April 2024. Lively discussions, interesting presentations as well as a farm visit - we experienced all this!

Earth Day Celebration in Lublin: Turning E-Waste into Green Initiatives

Lublin's Earth Day event at SKENDE offered a unique exchange: electronic waste for vibrant seedlings. Residents traded in old appliances, earning plants based on size. Volunteers, including members of the Camino Association, facilitated the exchange, promoting community engagement and environmental stewardship in a sustainable initiative

Site Visit in Vienna in the framework of the GreenScape Project Meeting

The GreenScape Project Meeting in Vienna included intensive discussions on urban development and sustainability strategies. Key activities were thematic workshops on project challenges and innovative nature-based solutions. A notable feature was the 3rd site visit of the GreenScape CE project, focusing on green facades. Participants toured about 10 sites ...

GREENE 4.0 Highlighted in New Project Video

We are unveiling the GREENE 4.0 project through an engaging promotional video. This eagerly anticipated video offers viewers a comprehensive insight into the focus of the project and the myriad benefits it promises for stakeholders involved.

Reflecting on two days of innovation and circular economy at SMART CIRCUIT in Genova

The SMART CIRCUIT's commitment to transforming Central Europe's manufacturing ecosystem through smarter, circular digital innovation hubs was vibrantly showcased over two compelling days of conferences and workshops on April 10th and 11th, 2024.

Partners Meeting in Venice

The second partner meeting took place on 18-19 April 2024 in Venice. The meeting was hosted by the Venice Agency for Innovation in the Primary Sector. The aim of the meeting was to summarise the analyses of work package 1 (research and mapping of the potential of by-products from ...

Empowering Communities: Insights from the ALDA+ “Train the Trainers” Seminar

The recent GreenScape Partners Meeting in Vienna featured the "Train the Trainers" seminar by ALDA+ on April 18th, focusing on promoting inclusive governance. A highlight was the introduction of the "Civil Participation in Decision-Making Toolkit," endorsed by the Council of Europe, aimed at empowering civil society in local governance. Participants ...

Ecological Family Picnic ‘Bioeconomy and Climate Change’

The event took place on 7 April 2024 at the Museum of Polar Research in Puławy and the Institute of Soil Science and Plant Cultivation - State Research Institute, which was its main organiser. The picnic attracted nearly a hundred participants. Adults had a chance to listen to five ...

Interview with experts from Kujawsko-Pomorskie Science and Technology Centre

Expert interview regarding TeBiCE topic from Województwo Kujawsko-Pomorskie. Prof B. Buszewski together with drs Monika Śmiełowska and Adrian Gołębiowski talk about the role of the Kujawsko-Pomorskie Science and Technology Centre and the potential of biomas in the region.

Zagreb engages children and their parents in municipal orchards.

On Monday, April 8, the first workshops with the stakeholders of the EU project CoFarm4Cities took place in Zagreb, in the city district of Sesvete. At Brestje Elementary School, children from the third grade and their parents joined a discussion about the potential and wishes related to the urban ...

Partnership visits 2TDP construction site

Rail4Regions partners recently learnt on site about Slovenia's largest rail infrastructure investment since its independence

Training on good practices and learnings in accessible tourism co-organized by EDF

We had an interesting training on good practices and learnings in accessible tourism co-organized by EDF. We learned about wheelchair-accessible travel to destinations such as Spain, Japan, or Iceland. Also our project colleague Marie told us about accessible tourism in the UK. We also could listen to presentations about traveling ...

Project TRANSGEO at the annual EGU General Assembly 2024 – largest geoscience event

Our lead partner Helmholtz Centre Potsdam GFZ - German Research Centre for Geosciences, Potsdam, Germany, with project coordinator Dr. Hannes Hofmann will actively participate on event.

An exciting journey of innovation and sustainability just concluded

Twenty-two brilliant minds from the Veneto region came together to explore the crucial themes of circular economy and environmental sustainability in tourism.

Thematic Partner Meeting in Ljubljana: Fostering Collaboration and Progress

The picturesque city of Ljubljana recently played host to a dynamic and productive thematic partner meeting, where colleagues from LOCALIENCE project partner institutions convened to discuss and strategize on critical project aspects. The event, held on the 10th and 11th of April, saw enthusiastic participation and fruitful deliberations on ...

Hunters, livestock breeders, foresters and conservationists leading dialogue about wolves

The cross-border area of Beskydy and Kysuce mountains is one of the four regions where we pilot our activities. On 26 March 2024 we invited representatives of hunters, foresters, farmers, livestock breeders, and nature conservationists to a gathering where we introduced the project activities, shared experiences and established further ...

Interviews and workshops of project partners (pilot sites) with key stakeholders – new insights on interactions and impacts of tourism on protected areas

In the period January-March 2024, a series of interviews and workshops was organized by the project partners (pilot sites) with stakeholders and experts, with the aim to provide an in-depth insight and diversified perspectives on the general theme of interactions and impacts of tourism on protected areas.

Online World Café Training & Simulation with ALDA+

ALDA+ hosted an online World Café event on April 15th, concentrating on bolstering the Social and Solidarity Economy (SSE) sector in European societies. The event, featuring four dedicated tables, explored various aspects of SSE's importance. Table 1 focused on reintegrating long-term unemployed individuals into the workforce, addressing critical social ...

What about Accessible, Safe and Welcoming Public Spaces in Vienna?

As part of the bottom-up participatory pilot EQUIHOME, Caritas Stadtteilarbeit organized a co-creation workshop in April 2024. It took place at the Peer-Campus neunerhaus, an initiative in Vienna dedicated to training people with lived experiences of homelessness to work as peers.

Cross-border train around Lake Neusiedl running until August

For those planning to visit Lake Neusiedl this summer, an UNESCO World Heritage Site, we recommend the train connecting Hungary and Austria. You can bring your bicycle on the train and explore natural beauties on two wheels. Bring your family and friends and join us on the SUSTANCE train!

Wildlife Snapshot: Successful lynx photo shoot & Bear-proof containers installed

Activities in Polish part of the Bieszczady Mountains are on a roll! We have captured the elusive lynx on camera traps installed in the area. And that's not all! We've also bolstered bear-proof containers to curb conflicts between bears and humans, ensuring garbage doesn't become a temptation.

MAURICE project field visit: Exploring Groundwater and Ecosystems in Milan

Understanding irrigation networks in Milan was a key issue of a field visit with Politecnico di Milano's master's program students on March 27th, 2024. Students had the opportunity to witness the process of drilling a piezometer as well as observe a 'fontanili' in a protected area. See the movie!

Driving Change through Foresight

Key findings from CIRCOTRONIC's regional foresight workshops underscore the challenges of navigating sustainability. Success hinges on collective participation in supporting sustainable practices and fostering a circular economy for electronics. However, significant hurdles persist despite progress made. Innovative tools and ideas are essential to drive meaningful change.

DIGIVITALITY: Innovating Healthcare with Start-ups and Hospitals

The DIGIVITALITY project boosts healthcare innovation in Central Europe by integrating start-up solutions with hospital and med-tech expertise. Attracting 42 European startups, the top 20 will pitch to partners on April 18th. The best 8 will be chosen to enter the DIGIVITALITY programme, fostering collaboration and advancement.

Workshops with Refugee Women on Access to the Labor Market

Our partner I.S.I. e.V. in Berlin successfully conducted their first two workshops. They provided an overview of labor law provisions for refugees in Farsi on April 12th 2024, and they continued with a follow-up on April 19th on "Job Market Opportunities and Insights into Potential Challenges".

Magdeburg-Stendal University of Applied Sciences and the ZEB4ZEN Project invited to present at the Working group of the German UNESCO Cities

Magdeburg-Stendal University of Applied Sciences was invited to present the INTERREG ZEB4ZEN project at the meeting of the Working Group of German UNESCO Cities held on April 11, 2024 in Quedlinburg.

Tender: We are looking for experts for operational evaluation

We are looking for experts to carry out an operational evaluation of the Interreg CENTRAL EUROPE Programme. The key objective of the evaluation is to assess the programme management and implementation along two main evaluation criteria: effectiveness and efficiency. More information can be found in the Terms of Reference.

Our project partners gathered in Budapest, Hungary, for the third transnational meeting and third steering committee meeting.

Our project partners gathered in Budapest, Hungary, for the third transnational meeting and third steering committee meeting. Over these productive days, we delved into key updates and set the stage for future endeavors in Demand-Responsive Transportation (DRT) services.

Partners Convene in Rogaška Slatina for a Third Partner Meeting

Representatives from twelve organizations convened in Rogaška Slatina for the Circular WEEEP project. Discussions on sustainability and project activities flourished amid the town's scenic backdrop. A highlight was the visit to the Center for Reuse, where hands-on activities showcased creative solutions for waste management, echoing a commitment to environmental sustainability.

Workshop – Vršovice in Prague on wheels

Thanks to Vzlet, which cooperates with the organization Asistence, a member of the Česká informační agentura životního prostředí project team had the opportunity to find out what it is like to move on a wheelchair through the terrain of Vršovice, Prague. After an initial training from professional personal assistance ...

Our delegation at Connecting Europe Facility Days 2024.

Hosted by the ACCESS2NAPA CEF project stand, a delegation from ACCESSMILE project attended the Connecting Europe Days 2024 - held in Brussels from 2th April to 5th - showing the great sinergies in digitalization and last mile investments with other co-funded projects, specifically with Connecting Europe Facility programme ...

Exciting Progress in Hybrid Care Technology Development

We are pleased to announce significant advancements in the development of technology aimed at transforming hybrid care. Our team is dedicated to creating a platform for care delivery, to enhance the well-being of seniors and support formal and informal carers. Our primary goal is to create an innovative platform ...

Common Platform for Increasing Climate Resilience in Košice

The City of Košice and the Technical University of Košice are the founding members of an innovative platform for cooperation in the field of increasing climate resilience in the city of Košice. The Community Climate Resilience Mission is built from the beginning with the idea of a long-term ...

NEB Festival: APE FVG and Palmanova Municipality organize an event to present ZEB4ZEN

APE FVG and Palmanova Municipality, project partners in ZEB4ZEN, will join the NEB Festival with a satellite event in Palmanova on April 19th, 2024.

Carbon Farming Monitoring Strategy roadmap

The Università di Bologna - Alma Mater Studiorum- has successfully completed the Carbon Farming Monitoring Strategy activity, and we are thrilled to share that the results are outlined in the roadmap.

CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS – THE 1ST TRANSNATIONAL CENTRAL EUROPEAN CIRCULAR AND DIGITAL CONSTRUCTION CONFERENCE

The conference played a pivotal role in addressing the needs, barriers, and opportunities for circular and digital construction processing and valorisation in the Interreg Central Europe region. It provided a unique platform for discussions, networking, and the exchange of information, knowledge, and best practices.

Successful interviews conducted with stakeholders of CEEweb and Bükk National Park Directorate

CEEweb for Biodiversity and Bükk National Park Directorate (BNPD) organised interviews with their most important stakeholders on their pilot sites. All interviewees agree in the fact that the level of tourism in the area has increased at least slightly at the pilot sites at Bükk National Park and Mátra Mountains.

Three critical bridge types identified and pilot sites selected!

Listen to the Webinar „Cycling tourism in the Baltic Sea Region”

Last week, on Tuesday 26th March, we had a chance to present the ICTr-CE project at a webinar »Cycling tourism in the Baltic Sea Region« which was organised by EU Strategy for the Baltic Sea Region Policy Area Tourism Coordinators (EUSBSR PA TOURISM), Baltic Biking UPGRADE and Bike Across ...

Yesterday’s coordination meeting in Znojmo, Czechia

Yesterday's meeting of Česká informační agentura životního prostředí, Česká asociace paraplegiků - CZEPA and Weinviertel representatives in Znojmo. We are intensively preparing the project partners' meeting and workshop for you, which will take place 21 - 22 May in this beautiful moravian town. Fingers crossed for sunny days in May!

HUMANITA project on the meeting of Regional Development Agencies Slovenia

HUMANITA project was presented at the meeting of Regional Development Agencies Slovenia. Our partner Karawanken-Karavanke UNESCO Global Geopark introduced key points of the project and enabled an open discussion on the projects key important topics.

DREAM_Pace challenge at the TU Berlin and BGI winter school held in Aveiro (Portugal)!

Together with @BGI Sustainable Ventures from Lisbon and the @University of Aveiro @TU Berlin invited 35 students across Europe for the Innov4Mobility winter school on latest trends in urban mobility and research.

Reality check: Are consumers ready for circular EEE?

Three LinkedIn polls gauged consumer attitudes towards circular electronic devices, drawing 82 respondents between December 2023 and February 2024. Findings reveal varied end-of-life practices, a focus on product lifespan and repairability, and willingness to buy second-hand for sustainability. Insights highlight evolving consumer behavior towards electronic consumption and disposal.

Citizen engagement workshops have taken place

The Ready4Heat pilot cities Hajdúböszörmény, Maribor and Weiz have carried out citizen engagement workshops.

Our 1st SMERF Newsletter is out!

Our first project newsletter is out now! Dive into the latest updates, insights, and achievements of our journey so far. This edition is packed with a lot of informative content for our stakeholders, project milestones, and a sneak peek into what's ahead.

Expert interview with Ilja Gasan Osojnik Črnivec from National Institute of Chemistry, Slovenia

Ilja Gasan Osojnik Črnivec graduated at the Biotechnical Faculty, University of Ljubljana (2006) and defended his Ph.D. thesis at the Faculty of Chemistry and Chemical Technology, UL and National institute of Chemistry (2013). Part of his studies was performed at the ESA Purpan (FR). As a visiting academic he ...

GREENE 4.0 Transnational Peer Review Seminar and Project Meeting in Bergamo

In the last week of March, the partners of the GREENE 4.0 project met in Bergamo for the project meeting and the Transnational Peer Review Seminar, hosted by partner Consorzio Intellimech.

Food4CE Austrian partners, UAS BFI Vienna and ECONSULT, kicked off the national Innovation Hub

On 19th March 2024, a free webinar was organised by Food4CE Austrian partners UAS BFI Vienna and ECONSULT on the topic of Regional Food Logistics. The webinar was the kick-off of the national Innovation Hub.

Second partnership meeting in Mansion Rakican (Slovenia)

Mansion Rakican hosted the second BIM4CE partnership meeting

Expert interview with Dušan Knezovič from Slovak University of Agriculture in Nitra

Dušan Knezovič since 2018 has been coordinating the HEMP CLUSTER in Slovakia, in which he shares with his colleagues, the enthusiasm for R&D sectors as building, furniture, cosmetics, textiles, paper, bio composites, 3D printing, special machinery and modern art of business so-called „coopetition“. Possible involvement in TeBiCE project, is ...

Szombathely 2030

Introducing best practices and policies of more innovative partner regions to be transferred to less innovative region- Hungary

Pioneering Progress: A Recap of the 3P4SSE Meeting in Turin

On 26 & 27 March 2024, the vibrant city of Turin, Italy, played host to a crucial gathering of partners involved in the pioneering 3P4SSE project, a project financed by the Interreg Central Europe Programme of the European Union.

Alpine-Carpathian Joint Strategy ready to use!

We encourage you get familiar with the Joint strategy for community-led sustainable development of mountain areas in Central Europe with a special focus on participatory governance prepared within the project. We hope it will be a document providing you a better look on the region and a project. ...

Happy Easter to everyone

How is Easter celebrated in your country? Which Easter traditions are alive to this day? In the Czech Republic, Easter Monday brings a unique tradition. Boys craft willow branches into decorative whips called "pomlázka" and playfully whip girls for luck and fertility, while girls give them decorated eggs in return.

2nd Local Working Group in Poreč, Croatia

On March 28, 2024, Poreč hosted the second Local Working Group meeting of the CIREVALC project. Mrs. Jasenka Kapuralin of AZRRI Ltd. opened the session, joined by local pioneers, business organizations, and SMEs. Iris Pentek Gorički presented insights from a regional analysis, revealing local adoption of circular economy practices ...

The Common Metropolitan Vision highlights the power of metropolitan areas

The outcome of the MECOG-CE project, titled "We are the Metropolitan Areas - Our Common Metropolitan Vision", stands as a document that underscores the pivotal role of metropolitan areas in shaping European and national policies. This comprehensive framework represents a long-term and shared commitment of metropolitan leaders, stakeholders, and ...

The second Part of the GREENPACT Collaboration Lab – joining forces for a more sustainable future! 🌿

Our Czech project partners recently met for another inspiring meeting of their Collaboration Lab. Experts from the business community joined together with promising future entrepreneurs to search for and test concrete solutions for the transition to circular business models.

POLIS Network – ALICE Greening Urban Freight 2024 Webinar Series – showcases innovations and synergies in Green Urban Freight

Institute of Transport and Logistics Foundation (ITL) recently took charge of a groundbreaking event, the POLIS Network - ALICE Greening Urban Freight 2024 Webinar Series. The event, held online on March 27, 2024, aimed to shed light on the crucial topic of "Physical Internet and Urban Logistics" and presented ...

2nd Local Working Group in Bled, Slovenia

On March 27, 2024, at Hotel Astoria Bled, the second Local working group meeting focused on advancing circular practices in hospitality. Highlights included findings from the CIREVALC analysis and insights from the CEFoodCycle project on food waste. Hotel Astoria Bled aims to become a "Circular Food Hub," fostering innovation ...

Maribor Embarks on a Green Mission to Build Climate Resilience

In a critical initiative aimed at building a resilient future, the city of Maribor has taken a significant step towards addressing climate change challenges. Spearheaded by the collaborative efforts of project partners E-Zavod, RRA Podravje-Maribor, and the Municipality of Maribor, a Local Climate Mission has been established. This initiative ...

MISSION CE CLIMATE PROJECT Caps Off Its Training Series on Climate Adaptation and Resilience

In the conclusion to its first educational series, the MISSION CE CLIMATE PROJECT recently hosted its final training session, focusing on the imperative theme of "Building Resilient Cities Within Planetary Boundaries." This session, pivotal to the project’s aim of fostering climate adaptation and resilience, delved into strategies that cities ...

The status of public transport accessibility and measures to improve it

One very expert document was drafted – "Accessibility assessment of public transport", previously assessing routes and regions where we’ll introduce new or improved public transport solutions. This document will help to fine tune these solutions.

An overview about Bioeconomy in Czech Language

Bioeconomy as an opportunity for sustainable development was presented to policy makers, SMEs, research organizations, schools likewise representatives on NGOs on a webinar organized by Agricultural Research, LtD with Czech Life Science Univeristy

Engaging Workshop Educates Split Elementary Students on Electronic Waste

Exploring Best Practices in Bled, Radovljica and Bohinj in Gorenjska region, Slovenia

BSC Kranj, project partner, invites our local pioneers and stakeholders to the first Study Visit, scheduled for March 20th–21st, 2024 in Bled, Slovenia. This event,after gathering at the Hotel Astoria Bled, Slovenia. promises an exploration into the exemplary sustainable environment friendly catering and tourism practices of the Gorenjska Regionlocal ...

A PARTICIPATORY APPROACH FOR CLIMATE GOVERNANCE

Citizens participation fosters the transformation to a climate resilient Lignano Sabbiadoro.

Welcome to TRANSGEO! Would you like to know more about our project to accelerate reuse of existing oil and gas wells for geothermal energy production?

Successful Regional Focus Group Event in the Veneto Region

The event offered regional stakeholders to be informed about forthcoming project activities and getting a wider view on project ambitions and expected results.

Collaboration Lab “Green Check Your Idea”

Last week, the partners from Stuttgart Region, WRS and HdM, got established companies talking to young people about sustainability.

ZIM funding

Introducing best practices and policies of more innovative partner regions to be transferred to less innovative region- Germany

World Water Day Celebrated with Innovative Repair Café in Slovenske Konjice

The Center Ponovne Uporabe (CPU) in Slovenske Konjice marked World Water Day by hosting Slovenia's second Repair Café, promoting repair culture and sustainability. Participants collaborated to revive electronics, reducing waste and water pollution. This event underscores global efforts for eco-friendly practices and collective action for environmental conservation.

Project interregional meeting in Brasov (Romania)

The Central Mountains project interregional meeting convened in Brasov on March 18-19, 2024. This significant gathering brought together representatives from various institutions and associations deeply engaged in mountain areas sustainable development. Over the course of two days, participants engaged in dynamic discussions, exchanging insights and ideas on destination development, ...

WORKSHOP – A2.1. Improving knowledge of citizens about bioeconomy

The Croatian Chamber of Agriculture and the Faculty of Agriculture held a workshop as part of the BIOECO-UP project to enhance citizens’ knowledge about bioeconomy. During the workshop, 55 participants explored practical examples of biologically based products, discussed their environmental and health benefits in Central and Eastern Europe, and ...

Wings for Life World Run is coming

"In this moment – while you're reading this – somebody has injured their spinal cord and will be paralyzed. No feeling in their legs, maybe no feeling in their arms or hands either. Immobile. Constantly dependent on the assistance of others." Wings for Life Run wants to help as ...

17 information sheets were presented at the Biomass Day: conference for a livable future for ages 0-99

Two hundred and twelve people decided to take a joint step for a livable future on 16th March, 2024 in Budapest. In the framework of exciting presentations, we presented 17 information sheets on the bioeconomy to the participants. The majority of the guests were families. In this way ...

Embracing change: the evolution of circular economy in tomorrow’s world

The future economy, envisioned by British university experts, emphasizes sustainability across all business departments, reducing carbon emissions, and fostering impactful eco-friendly initiatives. Collaboration, data analysis, and clear communication are key for building a circular economy that benefits all and ensures a thriving planet.

“Communicating the Bioeconomy” workshop was held in Italy

The aim of the seminar was to explain the founding principles of the bioeconomy, through successful examples and practical applications that can be used in everyday life. In fact, 17 information brochures were presented on some relevant topics.

“The goal is to find a way to almost completely decarbonize the city district”

Matija Vajdić, Head of the RES, Climate, and Environmental Protection Department at EIHP and project manager of the ZEB4ZEN, gave an interview to the daily newspaper Poslovni dnevnik. He spoke about the 'Energy and Climate Change' program and domestic and international projects implemented by EIHP. One such project is ...

EuroVelo: Highlighting Cycling Tourism at ITB Berlin 2024

The 2024 ITB Berlin event was held from March 5th to March 7th. As they have done in previous years, EuroVelo attended the event and hosted an engaging session on cycling tourism. During the session, they presented new data and offered solutions that promote the sustainability of long-distance cycling ...

Empowering change: Unveiling the Transformative Power of Participatory Approaches

In the dynamic landscape of community-driven initiatives, the essence of democracy lies in the active involvement of every individual. It's in this spirit that the recent Train the Trainers programme, organised by ALDA+, has emerged as a catalyst for change.

Society of Ideas (Gesellschaft der Ideen)

Introducing best practices and policies of more innovative partner regions to be transferred to less innovative region- Germany

ACCESSMILE project presented in Gdynia.

On 13.03.2024 Baltic Container Terminal, Gdynia took part in the webinar organized by local authorities together with the Ministry of Funds and Regional Cooperation and the Contact Point of the National Interreg Fund for potential participants in Interreg projects. During the Webinar, a power point presentation was presented disseminating information ...

Setting the scene for piloting…DONE

During a face-to-face meeting in Košice, the project consortium finalised the groundwork for piloting in all countries.

Numerous institutions joined us in fine tuning of our activities

Since we’re testing mobility solutions that will be used by people, we had to ask them for their opinion. Therefore, we first gathered more than 60 experts from over 35 relevant institutions and talked about our activities.

Information sheets were presented on BIOECONOMY Changemakers Festival in Brno, the Czech Republic

Bioeconomy as an opportunity for sustainable development was presented to the participants of the Bioeconomy Changemakers Festival, organized by Agricultural Research, LtD.

Transforming Data Management: The Big Hackathon for Smart Data Hub

Imagine a big meeting where people from all over the world come together to make handling data smarter. That's what happened at a recent hackathon in Nürnberg.

MTAV partner meeting in Genova, Italy

On 12-13 March, the second partner meeting of the MTAV project took place in Genova, Italy.

Improving Rainwater Management in cities: Introducing Blue-Green Infrastructure

The management of rainwater in newly developed areas poses a significant challenge. Balancing the need to prevent excessive surface sealing and uncontrolled water intrusion into the ground, especially in areas with shallow underground mining, requires innovative solutions. That's where blue-green infrastructure comes into play!

Transnational DigiCare4CE model…DONE

DigiCare4CE Achieves Major Milestone: Transnational Model for Digital Transformation in Care Facilities Released!

GOOD PRACTICE – CONSTRUCTION REUSE CENTRE AT PARTNER PP3 NIGRAD (SLOVENIA)

More recycling means less waste. How does this work in construction? The #ReBuilt partners took part in an expert excursion to the Nigrad Construction Waste Reuse Centre (Maribor, Slovenia), where they demonstrated the process from recycling old concrete to building a house from recycled materials.

Precious racka sheep are safe behind electric fences

Our colleagues have installed the first set of electric fences in Szentdomonkos, Hungary at the Slovakian Karst – North Hungarian Mountains. This is an important step to familiarise the livestock keepers with the best practices in prevention measures to halt large carnivore related damages, and promote successful coexistence.

ACI EUROPE Best Airport Awards for 2023

In the category of Accessible Airport Award, Alicante Airport was determined with the assistance of the European Disability Forum. ALC Alicante Airport has been recognized for its exceptional commitment to accessibility and inclusivity, surpassing EU regulations and setting new standards for travelers with disabilities and reduced mobility.

THE 1ST TRANSNATIONAL CENTRAL EUROPEAN CIRCULAR AND DIGITAL CONSTRUCTION CONFERENCE

For the ReBuilt project partners, circular construction is not just an acronym, which is why they organised the 1st Central European Conference for Circular Digital Construction on 13 March 2024 at the premises of the Building Research Institute of Slovenia.

Living Lab are going ahead full steam: the third event of #stradella (Italy) took place on 13 March 2024

3 LL event in Stradella (Pavia) meeting focused on the scenario development based on the findings of the previous meetings in particular those leading to the definition of the state pf the art.

ReBuilt CONSORTIUM MEETING

ReBuilt consortium meeting, Ljubljana, Slovenia, 12.03.2024.

Second Food4CE project newsletter is out

The second Food4CE newsletter is out! In our latest issue, we are excited to share key findings from the Food4CE consortium's comprehensive research on AFNs in Central Europe. The newsletter also highlights the main challenges AFNs face in the near future, and the opportunities to be seized.

Health Labs4Value Project on the 15th Anniversary Celebration of CCS Health Region

On March 6th, 2024 we took part in the Carus Consilium Saxony (CCS) health region's 15th anniversary celebration, with an information stand and presentation of several posters and roll-ups in order to promote and raise public awareness of our project.

Second Living Lab meeting for the pilot area of Split & Dalmatia County, run in Dugopolje, Croatia!

As part of the @DREAM_PACE project, @dyvolve organized and managed the second Living Lab for stakeholders from the Split-Dalmatia County was held on 08 February 2024. The stakeholders involved in the project include representatives from legislative bodies, local authorities and institutions, transport providers, infrastructure managers, and users from the ...

Successful meeting with lots of added value in Varazdin

The three-day project meeting was held in Varazdin, Croatia, and brought together all partners involved in the PopUpUrbanSpaces project. The meeting aimed to discuss and advance various aspects of the project, including capacity building, action planning, and communication strategies. On the first day, participants engaged in a series of training ...

Cooperation is key – First joint conference of the Alpine and the Carpathian Conventions on large carnivores management

A transboundary character of wildlife populations, such as large carnivores, require enhanced international collaboration for successful conservation and management solutions. As large carnivore populations are recovering in Europe, this is even more important to prevent and solve the challenges that arise.

PopUpUrbanSpaces meeting in Varazdin

The three-day PopUpUrbanSpaces project meeting began in Varazdin, Croatia. All partners have arrived, and work has commenced, which is crucial for the project's implementation as those who pass the exam will become Certified PopUp Ambassadors. Delegates from the cities will participate in three training sessions, from which they will ...

PopUp Ambassadors

🎉 We've reached a significant milestone in our project! Following a comprehensive three-block training program, delegates from our partner cities successfully passed their exams and earned the title of "Certified Pop-Up Ambassador." This certification marks the establishment of a cooperation network comprising trained and empowered local mobility ambassadors. They will ...

GREENE 4.0: Open Innovation Workshops

The partners at Greene 4.0 have been bustling with activity, orchestrating Open Innovation Workshops across numerous partner regions.

Carpathian Civil Society Platform International Conference

The Carpathian Civil Society Platform International Conference was successfully held in Eger, Hungary between 28.02.2024 and 01.03.2024. The main objective of the event was to strengthen the civil cooperation platform between five countries of the region (Hungary, Poland, Romania, Slovakia and Ukraine).

Gründerinnenzentrale (Female founders centre)

Introducing best practices and policies of more innovative partner regions to be transferred to less innovative region- Germany

Óbuda-Békásmegyer has been committed to creating a sustainable, livable and people-oriented city

After several months of preparatory work, the delimitation of the Urban Farm Programme site and the elaboration of the concept plan, involving several professional organisations, started in early January and was approved by the Óbuda-BékásmegyerMunicipality at its meeting on 29 February.

Uniting our efforts: collaboration for a better future for urban water management

The success of the MAURICE project relies on the collaboration of diverse stakeholders, including government agencies, academic institutions, and design firms. By sharing knowledge, expertise, and experiences, we can collectively work towards developing sustainable solutions for urban water management in the face of climate change.

Engaging youth for mutual inspiration

From 5th to 7th March 2024 the MTAV project together with Interreg Alpine Space SmartCommUnity and Horizon Europe SMART ERA project will participate in a series of meetings, study visits and workshops organised by Region of Valle d’Aosta at Teatro Giacosa, in Aosta.

Jobs: We are looking for a volunteer

Join us in Vienna for a unique international experience in cooperation. We are looking for an Interreg Volunteer to help us to spread the word about our programme and projects achievements. The position is available for six months, starting in September.

The first wolves have telemetry collars

The project activities are in full swing. We're engaging with stakeholders, setting up camera traps, and the first wolves are already equipped with telemetry collars. Our colleagues in Slovenia were the first to deploy one of them.

Have you heard about the Access City Award?

Since 2010, it has been granted by the European Commission to cities excelling in improving accessibility for individuals with disabilities and older citizens. Read more about the winning cities and the entire award in our FB post.

JETforCE Digital Challenge Mapping Tool

Citizens as Co-Creators of the Just Energy Transition: Official Launch of the JETforCE Digital Challenges Mapping Tool - Pilot Phase 1

Transforming Central European cities: GINEVRA’s Master Classes on responsible governance of innovation

One of the examples of the GINEVRA project actions is Activity 1.1 entitled "Establishing state-of-the-art regarding responsible, multi-level governance of transformative innovation," within which the consortium has recently concluded a series of master classes aimed at fostering understanding and collaboration in the field of responsible innovation.

Public transport heading to circular business model

Public transport helps to lower emissions but it is still resource- and waste-intensive in itself. The CE4CE project aims to reduce the ecological footprint of public transport through a higher circularity. The partners identify circularity gaps and develop innovative circular economy models for planners and operators. But how?

HUMANITA’s Transnational monitoring strategy

HUMANITA project partner Carinthia University of Applied Sciences developed the Transnational monitoring strategy, proposing a framework for the development, testing, and evaluation of a monitoring system that supports visitor management activities of pilot sites within the project HUMANITA.

Innovative Approach to Reducing E-Waste in Batteries and Frequency Converters

The dynamic development of the market for electric and hybrid ships is associated with an increased demand for batteries and frequency converters and consequently, a greater risk of failure of semiconductor elements and energy storage units used on vessels.

The International Policy Workshop: sharing details and policy actions for an economic, social and environmental harmonisation

On 16 February 2024, the International Policy Workshop of the project 3P4SSE - Public-private-partnership for Social and Solidarity Economy took place online in order to define joint strategy, priorities and objectives to promote local actions within the project and reduce social disparities among EU member states in Central Europe.

EU-wide certification framework for permanent carbon removals

We are thrilled that the Slovenian Ministry of Agriculture Forestry and Food has recognized the Slovenian Carbon Farming CE project team’s work and invited them to be an important interlocutor in the development of the delegated acts of the EU regulation that will establish the first EU-wide certification framework ...

Exploring tourists’ perspectives on nature and protected areas: what is HUMANITA’s work telling us?

Our project partner Institute for Regional Development - Eurac Research is currently exploring tourists' perspectives on nature and protected areas. Overall, the aggregate data shows that the visit of a natural environment is somehow conditioned by the presence of wildlife, and by man’s awareness of its presence. A rather narrow ...

Empowering Sustainable Finance & Building Renovation at the National Roundtable Croatia

The Feb 28, 2024, national roundtable at Zagreb Stock Exchange brought together diverse stakeholders to enhance energy efficiency in buildings. Discussions tackled sustainable financing, challenges in renovations, and the need for data transparency and holistic solutions. Plans for future collaboration underscored the event's significance in achieving climate goals.

Harnessing nature’s potential: Green adaptation measures for urban resilience

Cities worldwide are witnessing a transformation where green areas increasingly give way to concrete landscapes. This unchecked urban sprawl not only diminishes the natural environment but also exacerbates the adverse effects of climate change, notably the formation of urban heat islands. Recognising the urgent need to reverse this trend ...

The implementation of nature-based solutions and green infrastructure: worthwhile examples of local barriers and potential opportunities

The deployment of nature-based solutions (NBS) and green infrastructure (GI) is a fundamental asset to address environmental challenges in the pilot cities (Milan, Ptuj, Zagreb, Szeged, and Warsaw) involved in the GreenScape CE project.

“D3.1.1 Methodological background for the design of DRT integrated solutions.

Exciting News from the Dream_paceDREAM_PACE Project! We are delighted to announce the successful publishing of a pivotal deliverable in our journey – "D3.1.1 Methodological background for the design of DRT integrated solutions.

Support for the Digital Transition of Businesses in emilia-Romagna

Introducing best practices and policies of more innovative partner regions to be transferred to less innovative region- Italy

Formation of study clusters marks the second milestone of the MECOG-CE project

The MECOG-CE project partners from across Central Europe (CE) met in partner city of Stuttgart on 22-23 February. The consortium formed study clusters and discussed possible pilot actions as part of a collaborative work. The main objective of these clusters is to share the expertise in implementing, managing, and ...

Two spring hydrogen events

20-22 March in Prague 29 May in Dresden

Enhancing Stakeholder Engagement through the Power/Interest Matrix

FI4INN employs the Power/Interest matrix for effective stakeholder engagement, categorizing stakeholders based on influence and interest. High Power/High Interest stakeholders require close collaboration, while Low Power/Low Interest stakeholders need occasional updates. Adapting strategies ensures efficient resource allocation. The matrix aids in identifying key allies and influencers, driving project success ...

Feeling Flooded: MISSION CE CLIMATE training on Precipitation Risks and Adaptation Strategies in Central Europe

Recently, the MISSION CE CLIMATE training session delved deep into the heart of climate adaptation and resilience, focusing on the pressing challenges posed by changing precipitation patterns in Central Europe. The session provided critical insights into the dual threats of extreme precipitation and droughts, their impacts on society and ...

SIIT: non-profit consortium company

Introducing best practices and policies of more innovative partner regions to be transferred to less innovative region- Italy

Osttirol´s second LIVING LAB meeting

On 22 February 2024, Philipp Schlemmer and Mayur Kumargowda of RMO, organized the second Living Lab event, focusing on Scenario Development.

Elektryka Morska’s Expansion in the Martime Industry

Participation in this project is a great opportunity for our company. Thanks to the knowledge gained during meetings in the CIRCOTRONIC project, we decided to expand our business model with solutions that reduce the generation of e-waste by ships.

ParkPAD: Revolutionizing Urban Parking Policy Evaluation and Improvement

Municipalities with mobility experts are to revolutionizing urban parking policy evaluation and improvement, through Central Europe. In the NXTLVL Parking project the partners updated the ParkPAD innovative instrument, which aims to analyse the existing parking policies of cities, and to provide basis for future enhancements.

Opportunity to fill out questionnaires for people with disabilities about their travels

We would like to offer you the opportunity to fill out questionnaires for people with disabilities about their travels. The questionnaires are available in all project languages.

Online event series

In March and April 2024, Rail4Regions project partners invite you to a series of online events to share and discuss findings from the transnational project

The importance of H2CE for regional hydrogen planning in Brandenburg

In an interview for the ”INTERREG B blog” of the of the German Federal Institute for Research on Building, Urban Affairs and Spatial Development (BBSR), Pedro Brosei, the H2CE Lead Partner Project Coordinator at the Joint Spatial Planning Department of Berlin-Brandenburg (JSPD) was asked about the benefits of the ...

Zamość functioning without energy consumption? Lublin University of Technology is running a special project

Scientists from four countries are working on modern methods to improve the energy efficiency of historic districts in Zamość, Karlovac and Palmanov. Why did you choose such places? The cities are extremely valuable (Zamość and Palmanova are on the UNESCO World Heritage List), they have a rich history and ...

Collaborative Regional Focus Group Event in Stuttgart

The informal event provides impulses on the importance of sustainable entrepreneurship and presents suitable approaches and methods.

Food4CE Knowledge Transfer Platform and Matchmaking Platform will facilitate the creation of a unique mutual support network for AFNs in Central Europe

Food4CE will establish national and transnational innovation hubs, which will focus on advancing AFNs logistics efficiency through the development of innovative tools and solutions, namely the Knowledge Transfer Platform and the Matchmaking Platform. The aim of both platforms is to facilitate knowledge transfer and business practice exchange between different ...

Focus Group at the DOSTI Center (Croatia)

Public Institution Javna ustanova za razvoj Međimurske županije REDEA , Tourist Board of Međimurje County and Međimurje County Association of Persons with Physical Disabilities, held a focus group at the DOSTI Center in Podturen with users of the Center.

GRETA Consortium Meeting in Bologna Advances Urban Logistics Greening Efforts

The GRETA Consortium, coordinated by ITL (Institute for Transport and Logistics Foundation), successfully kicked off its first in-person project meeting on February 14th and 15th in Bologna. The meeting brought together partners from Central Europe to discuss the project's future activities, milestones, and joint strategies for greening urban logistics ...

EuroVelo 13: Certified Cultural Route of the Council of Europe since 2019

EuroVelo 13, also known as the Iron Curtain Trail, has been officially recognized as a Certified Cultural Route by the Council of Europe since 2019.

Breaking Ground in E-Waste Management: Ormož Sets the Bar High

In a Circular WEEEP project meeting in Ormož, the communal company Ormož showcased a pioneering system for separate EE waste collection. Gratitude extended to participants for their collaborative efforts, driving changes and innovations in EE waste management. Ormož's commitment sets a new standard for sustainable practices, heralding a cleaner, ...

Project meeting at Masaryk University in Brno

The members of the Clim4Cast project discuss their activities in the first year of the project.

Clim4Cast presented at Researchers’ Night

The Clim4Cast project was presented at the Researchers' Night, which took place at the Department of Geography of Masaryk University in Brno.

Innovation and Intellectual Property for Green” course by IPR4SC project

This free online course offered by the IPR4SC project promises a comprehensive exploration of how innovation and intellectual property rights (IPR) can drive eco-friendly business practices and foster sustainable models.

Historic cities with almost zero energy consumption? Scientists have a solution

The vision of the historic centers of Zamość, Karlovac and Palmanova, functioning almost without energy consumption, is becoming a reality thanks to an international project. Scientists from four countries are working on modern methods to improve the energy efficiency of historic districts in Zamość, Karlovac and Palmanov. Why there? ...

Tender: Help us to analyse capitalisation potentials

We are looking for expert support in preparing a call for capitalisation in coordination with Interreg cross-border programmes. The task is to define the most relevant challenges for central European border regions, regions along inner borders and our entire programme area. Deadline for submitting offers is 20 March.

What is so interesting about the EuroVelo 13 – Iron Curtain Trail

The cycling trail EuroVelo 13, also known as the Iron Curtain Trail, follows the path of the former Iron Curtain. Along the cycling trail, you can find many interesting museums and monuments commemorating the history of the Cold War.

Lausitz – ATES pilot region in the North German Basin

Geothermal technologies can become an important cornerstone of the upcoming heat transition.

Citizens have a say in Interreg

In regional development, being close to citizens and actively engaging with them is a fundamental aspect. It increases the effectiveness and impact of cooperation solutions. A new study by Interact on “Civic and civil society engagement in Interreg” finds that both programmes and projects recognise this imperative by fostering ...

Croatian State Aid in Research & Development

Introducing best practices and policies of more innovative partner regions to be transferred to less innovative region- Croatia

Cross-border monitoring of large carnivores in the Beskydy-Kysuce pilot area

On 17-18 February 2024, LECA experts together with volunteers will monitor large carnivores in the Beskydy-Kysuce pilot area

First Open Innovation Camp in the Czech Republic

The open camp aimed to provide a unique opportunity for people with spinal cord injuries who striving to find common solutions to their problems.

Joint Strategy Workshop

On 8th of February almost 70 stakeholders and actors participated in the workshop held online for dissemination and consultation of the Report of the Joint Strategy for community-led sustainable development of mountain areas in Central Europe. The meeting focused on topics related to the cross-border and participatory governance, which are ...

News from Rijeka/Croatia!

Our Croatian Partners are giving a lecture on GREENPACT and are planning the Collaboration Lab

External experts increase the quality of solutions

Three external transport experts were brought on board to ensure the quality of 6 project pilot actions. Their expertise is crucial for peer-review process and will bring a fresh perspective, with concrete suggestions tested and proven in practice.

New ESF+ call to support integration and social inclusion of Ukrainian refugees

A new call addresses challenges faced by societies and public services in central Europe and supports the integration and social inclusion of people who have fled Ukraine. With an estimated budget of 22m EUR, this call will support transnational projects that transfer or scale up social innovations.

The second round of Split event was held by Dyvolve a couple of weeks ago!

The workshop took place on February 8th, 2024, at the Municipality of Dugopolje in Croatia.

Poland´s Roadmap towards the Transition to the Circular Economy

Introducing best practices and policies of more innovative partner regions to be transferred to less innovative region- Poland

HOW TO SUPPORT BIOECONOMY BY NATIONAL CAP STRATEGY

Bioeconomy-related policies and measures in the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) were our topic at the online workshop held on 1 February 2024 where 57 participants and policy experts from 8 countries (AT, CZ, IT, HR, HU, PL, SI, SK) and the EU-level met to exchange experiences.

Explore the stunning natural beauty around Podyjí National Park – CZEPA tip

Experience the stunning natural beauty around Podyjí National Park, luxurious accommodations with all the comforts you need.

Milestones Unveiled: Project Development Soars Through Three Dynamic Co-creation Camps

We're thrilled to share the exciting progress of our project, marked by three impactful co-creation camps hosted in Ljubljana, Tirol, and Usti. These events served as vibrant forums for robust discussions and crucial developmental strides for the User Acceptance Model.

Transnational summary report

Report which outlines the key findings, lessons learned and stakeholders’ involvement in the discussion of previous Alpine and Carpathians projects.

Successful Repair Café Workshop Promotes Circular Economy in Ljubljana

On February 3, 2024, the Centre for Reuse (CPU) in Ljubljana hosted a successful Repair Café workshop. The event, aligned with the Circular WEEEP project, attracted a diverse crowd eager to repair items like sewing machines and lamps. With ZEOS's "Still Useful" program, the workshop aimed to promote the ...

DYK? The Spanish Organization of the Blind

The Spanish Organization of the Blind (Organización Nacional de Ciegos Españoles - #ONCE) is a Spanish foundation founded on December 1938, to raise funds to provide services for the blind and people with serious visual impairment...

Learning from Berlin

In January, Dr. Yvonne Franz from the University of Vienna visited the GEtCoheSive team in Berlin. She was surprised to learn about the “Comprehensive Program for Participation and Integration of Refugees“:

Second call: 47 new projects will kick off in spring 2024

On 31 January 2024, our programme monitoring committee agreed to co-finance 47 new transnational cooperation projects with a budget of 76 million EUR from the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF). The total number of transnational projects funded by our programme will therefore increase to 100 after the first two ...

Introducing the First GRETA Project Newsletter

The first newsletter of the GRETA project is out now! This newsletter is packed with valuable information about our initiative to decarbonize last-mile deliveries in Functional Urban Areas (FUAs) and create sustainable cities.

First Open Innovation Camp in Hungary

On January 24th project partners TritonLife Group Group and Central Transdanubian Regional Innovation Agency co-hosted an Open Camp as part of the Health Labs4Value project, that took place in Triton Life Headquarters, Budapest, Hungary.

Burning Issue: Temperature-Based Climate Risks and Resilience Strategies in Central Europe

In an impactful training session as part of the ongoing MISSION CE Climate Project series, we explored the critical topic of temperature-based climate risks and the imperative of adaptation and resilience in Central Europe. Facing these profound challenges, innovative strategies are needed to mitigate the escalating threat of extreme ...

Assessing report – Database of previous projects

Let's check the report presenting results and tools on governance, participation, and sustainable development in mountain areas from previous Alpine and Carpathian projects

Communication: the key to successful urban farming initiatives

Urban farms are collectively farmed areas that are gaining popularity in Central European countries these days. Research shows the many benefits of engaging in such initiatives. However, in order to publicise the activities of such sites and encourage residents to get involved, it is important to focus on communication ...

Groß Schönebeck – EGS pilot site in the North German Basin

Groß Schönebeck is the first EGS (Enhanced Geothermal System) pilot site in the North German Basin

Open Innovation Strategy for Austria

Introducing best practices and policies of more innovative partner regions to be transferred to less innovative region- Austria

Quantifying resilience to climate change – results of a workshop on the Slovenian pilot action

In the face of climate change, it is becoming necessary to safeguard the ability of our rivers to cope with increased water during storms. Heavy rains can put tremendous pressure on our sewer systems, threatening to overload them. With strategic planning and innovative approaches, we can prevent that.

Citizens in action for the circular bioeconomy

In the coming months, we will be offering national workshops and trainings to help city dwellers take a step towards sustainability.

Research Bonus

Introducing best practices and policies of more innovative partner regions to be transferred to less innovative region- Austria

Continuation of stakeholder consultations

Over the past few months we embarked on a series of stakeholder consultations in Italy, Croatia, and Slovenia. These consultations played a pivotal role in fostering collaboration, exchanging ideas, and laying the foundation for a smarter and more sustainable future for our villages.

@dream_pace restless project partners are already engaged in the second round of the Living Lab, also in #Bologna

On 30 January 2024, @SRM organized a second event with the Metropolitan city of Bologna (CMBO for short, also a DREAM_PACE Associated Partner), Municipality of Bologna, ASCOM (the association representing over 16.000 companies, entrepreneurs and professionals from Bologna and its Metropolitan city), the CCU (user advisory committee representing ...

First Open Innovation Camp in Slovenia

On January 25th Slovenian project partners held their first workshop as part of the project's Open Innovation Camps. The workshop took place at Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Slovenia premises and was attended by various stakeholders.

First Open Innovation Camp in Germany

On January 16, 2024, the University Hospital Carl Gustav Carus at TU Dresden AöR (UKD) and Carus Consilium Sachsen GmbH (CCS) as project partners invited guests to the first Open Camp of the Health Labs4Value project. The event organizers held various workshops with the support of representatives from different institutions.

Roundtable on the Heat Transition & Geothermal Energy

Implementing geothermal projects is a significant step towards achieving energy independence and reducing reliance on traditional sources.

First Open Innovation Camp in Poland

On January 23th we held the first Open Camp meeting in Poland as part of the Health Labs4Value project.

Unlocking Sustainable Excellence: Explore the Circular Innovation Academy

Get ready to be part of the Circular Innovation Academy! Stay tuned for more information about availability, coming soon!

DIGITAL CONSTRUCTION

Digital construction is a transformative approach within the building sector that harnesses advanced technologies to optimize efficiency and collaboration.

Introducing Monte San Pietro

ENEA interviewed Barbara Fabbri, Italian Councilor of Monte San Pietro Municipality for the Environment, Sustainable Development, Agriculture, Peace and International Solidarity, Mining Activities to bring the overview of their local experience of promotion of sustainability policies on waste prevention and water saving projects.

Food4CE pilot activities will showcase transnational cooperation through innovation hubs

Food4CE is a European project aimed at supporting Alternative Food Networks (AFNs) in their efforts to create sustainable and resilient food supply system. To address these challenges Food4CE will establish 5 local and 1 transnational innovation hub, bringing together actors from different sectors including researchers, business experts, food producers, ...

The Faces Behind – Weinviertel (AT)

The Faces Behind will introduce you one by one to all those behind the work for more accessible places.

Circular Economy, E-waste

Emilia-Romagna and Veneto regions unites to propel Circular Economy principles for sustainable waste management. Both regions acknowledged challenges faced by enterprises in waste management and emphasised preventive measures in product design and efficient waste disposal to encourage re-use and discourage illegal activities.

Driving Circular Transformation: Inspiring Success Stories Across Europe

Discover the 122 circular success stories, encapsulating the transformative journey undertaken by 9 countries.

Breathing Secondary Life into Waste, case study by ELVEZ

Focusing on wire harness production for the automotive industry, ELVEZ analyzes material flow, identifying opportunities for waste reuse and circularity. Despite challenges, such as uneven wire lengths and damaged connectors, ELVEZ is committed to transforming waste into valuable resources.

Innovation voucher

Introducing best practices and policies of more innovative partner regions to be transferred to less innovative region- Austria

Innovations and Sustainability: Leipzig Public Transport Company’s Vision for Modern Public Transport

Leipzig Public Transport Company stands out as a pro-active force dedicated to innovative and impactful advancements in public transport. Their commitment to progress is evident across various domains, ranging from digitalization and eTicketing Strategy to infrastructure development. LVB also places a strong emphasis on circularity within their company.

CIRCULAR CONSTRUCTION

The construction industry is very important to the EU economy. The sector provides 18 million direct jobs and contributes to about 9% of the EU's GDP. It also creates new jobs, drives economic growth, and provides solutions for social, climate, and energy challenges.

DIGIVITALITY Open Call: Ignite Innovation in Digital Health Across Central Europe

The Open Call aims to enhance digital healthcare in Central Europe, focusing on startups established within the last 7 years. This program, targeting telemedicine, EHR integration, data analytics, and more, invites companies to collaboratively develop transformative solutions with a minimum Technology Readiness Level (TRL) of 4.

Advancing Sustainable Practices: Reuse Center and Rogaška Slatina Municipality Spearhead E-waste Innovation

The Reuse Center in Slovenia, in collaboration with the Municipality of Rogaška Slatina, actively participated in a seminar hosted by ZEOS d.o.o., a company specializing in the handling of electrical and electronic equipment, which was held at Technopark Celje, on January 17, 2024.

Accessible Tourism conference in Unternalb, Austria

Already this thursday our project will be presented at the "Accessible Tourism" conference in Unternalb. We would like to invite you to attend!

News from DREAM_PACE Scenario Development Webinar!

Key discussions revolved around raising critical questions for this phase, including the co-creation of a shared vision, exploring #drt service goals, and considerations for alternative scenarios in operation and governance.

The Role of Multilevel Stakeholder Engagement in Financial Ecosystems

In today's dynamic financial landscape, the FI4INN project pioneers innovation in Central European regions, uniting diverse stakeholders. Multilevel stakeholder engagement is essential, driving innovation, creating opportunities, and adapting solutions for SMEs. FI4INN employs strategic mapping and engagement tools, fostering an interactive ecosystem for effective cooperation, trust-building, and economic growth.

What´s to come in the first half of 2024?

As we step into the vibrant year of 2024, we're thrilled to invite our valued stakeholders, to join us in a journey brimming with extraordinary activities and opportunities. This year promises to be one of innovation, engagement, and memorable experiences.