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This time, the Stories from the Regions series takes us to the Poloniny National Park in north-eastern Slovakia at the Polish and Ukrainian borders. The area is a part of the Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians, which are classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Poloniny Trail is a backbone project for a long-term vision of developing the region both socio-economically and sustainably, relying on its rich nature and cultural heritage to revitalize the area by bringing in both the former locals as well as curious tourists in search of relaxation, culture, and adventure. For more information on EU regional policy, please visit our website: https://europa.eu/!Yy67HF Follow us on: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EUinmyregion - Twitter: https://twitter.com/euinmyregion - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/euinmyregion/

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This event aimed to understand the increasingly pivotal role of the private sector’s ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) initiatives in shaping the long-term development of resource-rich regions. The workshop brought together a wide range of participants – from the mining and forestry sector to municipal representatives and Indigenous leaders - to hear how the alignment of ESG practices with regional development policies and community-led initiatives can support sustainable growth and resilience at the subnational level. For more information, please visit https://www.oecd.org/regional/rural-development/

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A klímaváltozás elleni küzdelem egyre nagyobb lendületet vesz Magyarországon. Szeged városában működik Magyarország legnagyobb geotermikus energiarendszere az EU kohéziós politikájának támogatásának köszönhetően. A cél a gáz mintegy 50 százalékos csökkentése, ami növeli Magyarország energiafüggetlenségét. A szegedi modell más EU-tagállamokban is megismételhető, hogy segítse az EU klímacéljainak elérését. Translated with DeepL.com (free version) For more information on EU regional policy, please visit our website: https://europa.eu/!Yy67HF Follow us on: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EUinmyregion - Twitter: https://twitter.com/euinmyregion - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/euinmyregion/

The fight against climate change is gaining momentum in Hungary. The city of Szeged hosts the largest geothermal energy system in Hungary thanks to the support of the EU’s cohesion policy. The aim is to reduce gas by around 50 percent which increases Hungary’s energy independency. The “Szeged model” is replicable in other EU Member States to help reach EU climate goals. For more information on EU regional policy, please visit our website: https://europa.eu/!Yy67HF Follow us on: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EUinmyregion - Twitter: https://twitter.com/euinmyregion - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/euinmyregion/

The EU City Labs are knowledge-sharing events co-organised by URBACT and the European Urban Initiative (EUI). Each lab is a unique opportunity to learn more about URBACT and EUI cities’ good practices in the field of local food policies and energy transition, as well as the ways they were adapted and transferred by other cities. Register here: https://urbact.eu/eu-city-labs.

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The URBACT call for Good Practices, running from 15 April to 30 June 2024, is looking for existing local practices that are impactful, participatory, integrated, relevant for the European Union and transferable to other European cities. Find out more information and submit your Good Practice here: https://urbact.eu/get-involved.

This testimonial video highlights the GeoRefAct project, which stands for “The Harmonization of Estonian and Latvian Geodetic Systems in Border Areas”. In the video, Ms. Karin Kollo, the Head of the Department of Geodesy and Aerial Surveying, explains the project's two main objectives: to create a high-precision, harmonized geodetic reference system in the border area, and to improve data sharing between Estonia and Latvia. Watch now to learn more about the significance of this project and its impact. For more information on EU regional policy, please visit our website: https://europa.eu/!Yy67HF Follow us on: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EUinmyregion - Twitter: https://twitter.com/euinmyregion - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/euinmyregion/

More than €66 million in Cohesion Policy funds have facilitated the development of the world's inaugural bioclimatic airport terminal at Roland Garros Airport in La Réunion, France, inaugurated today. This landmark project, supported by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) for the 2014-2020 period, bolsters local economic growth, enhances connectivity to this EU outermost region, and advances infrastructure decarbonization. Commissioner Elisa Ferreira commends the innovation and energy efficiency of the project, underscoring Cohesion Policy's role in fostering economic growth while meeting climate objectives. The terminal utilizes wind cooling, innovative engineering, and photovoltaic panels for electricity, complying with EU security regulations and supporting 18,600 jobs, contributing significantly to the island's GDP. Cohesion Policy financing for airports in outermost regions like La Réunion remains pivotal for enhancing connectivity and infrastructure development in the forthcoming 2021-2027 programs. For more information on EU regional policy, please visit our website: https://europa.eu/!Yy67HF Follow us on: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EUinmyregion - Twitter: https://twitter.com/euinmyregion - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/euinmyregion/

Workshop Scegliere il Servizio Civile Universale: un dialogo sulle opportunità di impiego dei giovani in Italia tenutosi a Trento, Italia, il 6 febbraio 2024. L'evento era organizzato nell'ambito del progetto sostenuto dalla Commissione Europea e il suo Technical Support Instrument (TSI) rivolto al Supporto alla progettazione e all'attuazione del progetto di servizio civile universale PNRR, per sbloccare le opportunità di impiego dei giovani. Per maggiori informazioni: https://www.oecd.org/cfe/leed/oecd-ucs-6-feb.htm Visit our website: www.oecd.org/cfeFollow us on Twitter: @OECD_local

On Thursday, 21 March 2024, the Border Focal Point Network organised the 17th episode of the 'Beyond Borders' Breakfast Debates series, titled “Facilitating access to healthcare in cross-border regions”. The session explored good practices from local, regional, national, and EU perspectives to enhance access to cross-border healthcare services. Issues addressed included regulatory and administrative differences, language obstacles and information access issues. Speakers included: 🎙️Ms. Valeria Cenacchi, Programme Manager, DG REGIO, European Commission 🎙️Ms. Natalia Zampieri, Policy Officer, DG SANTE, European Commission. 🎙️Ms. Caitríona Mullan, Cross-Border Specialist & Senior External Expert, DG REGIO, European Commission 🎙️Ms. Anna Dussap, Project Officer, TRISAN/Euro-Institut 🎙️Jessica Nouguier, Project coordinator for thematic health, EGTC Eurodistrict SaarMoselle 🎙️Mr. Marco Di Donato, Policy & Project Officer, EUREGHA (European Regional and Local Health Authorities) Join the Border Focal Point Network and read more about upcoming webinars: Border Focal Point Network | Futurium (europa.eu) For more information on EU regional policy, please visit our website: https://europa.eu/!Yy67HF Follow us on: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EUinmyregion - Twitter: https://twitter.com/euinmyregion - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/euinmyregion/

This testimonial video shines a light on the potential for Valga Hospital to provide cross-border healthcare to inhabitants on the other side of the border. Valga-Valka twin city is a city on the border between Estonia and Latvia. In this video, Maarja Brause, Head Doctor of Valga Hospital - which lies on the Estonian side of the border - outlines the services her hospital has provided to Latvian citizens on the other side of the border, and the many more that could be unlocked through cross-border collaboration. For more information on EU regional policy, please visit our website: https://europa.eu/!Yy67HF Follow us on: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EUinmyregion - Twitter: https://twitter.com/euinmyregion - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/euinmyregion/

O Centro de Inovação do Técnico, em Lisboa, é uma infraestrutura de desenvolvimento e transferência de tecnologia, que reabilita e requalifica os antigos edifícios remanescentes da estação de autocarros do Arco do Cego. A equipa de arquitetos do Centro de Inovação do Técnico que liderou este projeto optou por materiais e desenhos bioclimáticos que potenciassem a eficiência energética do edifício. O centro de inovação terá uma área de estudo aberta 24 horas por dia, um espaço de exposições, um espaço de cafetaria e restauração, auditórios e um posto avançado de primeiros socorros. For more information on EU regional policy, please visit our website: https://europa.eu/!Yy67HF Follow us on: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EUinmyregion - Twitter: https://twitter.com/euinmyregion - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/euinmyregion/

The second Knowledge Sharing Event of the EU- Belong project took place in March 2024 in Donegal. You can find more information on Twitter (@EU_Belong) and the EU- Belong website: https://eu-belong.aer.eu/

The second Knowledge Sharing Event of the EU- Belong project took place in March 2024 in Donegal. You can find more information on Twitter (@EU_Belong) and the EU- Belong website: https://eu-belong.aer.eu/ EU-Belong is a 3-year project run by the Assembly of European Regions (AER) and 12 partners, and co-funded by the AMIF Programme (AMIF-2020-AG-CALL) of the European Union. The general objective of the project is to improve the socio-economic inclusion and the sense of belonging for migrants through the development and implementation of integration strategies in European Regions with a strong intercultural approach, focusing on the principles of equality, diversity and positive interaction.

Discover the latest updates for the Interreg programmes for the 2021-2027 period. These programmes and Macro Regional Strategies exemplify EU solidarity in action, extending benefits to partner countries. For more details, follow @EURegioInterreg and visit https://ec.europa.eu/regional_policy/en/policy/cooperation/european-territorial/. For more information on EU regional policy, please visit our website: https://europa.eu/!Yy67HF Follow us on: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EUinmyregion - Twitter: https://twitter.com/euinmyregion - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/euinmyregion/

We organised a Knowledge Sharing Event in June 2023 in Gdansk to talk about intercultural societies, inclusion and the housing crisis in Europe. The event was part of the EU- Belong project, and co- funded by the EU.

The training provides participants both the theory and the understanding of the rationale behind and method for using State or regional aids in ESIF programmes and projects. Part 6/6. 00:02:41 What, where and when? 00:15:00 Consolidated text and definitions For more information on EU regional policy, please visit our website: https://europa.eu/!Yy67HF Follow us on: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EUinmyregion - Twitter: https://twitter.com/euinmyregion - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/euinmyregion/

The training provides participants both the theory and the understanding of the rationale behind and method for using State or regional aids in ESIF programmes and projects. Part 5/6. 00:01:03 GBER in context 00:13:55 Scope 00:18:06 Conditions for exemptions 00:22:02 SME definition 00:25:51 SME data 00:27:27 Relations between companies. For more information on EU regional policy, please visit our website: https://europa.eu/!Yy67HF Follow us on: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EUinmyregion - Twitter: https://twitter.com/euinmyregion - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/euinmyregion/

The training provides participants both the theory and the understanding of the rationale behind and method for using State or regional aids in ESIF programmes and projects. Part 4/6. 00:01:48 Overview of the old (expired) de minimis Regulation 00:07:02 Other de minimis regulations 00:16:35 New de minimis Regulation (EU) 2023/283. For more information on EU regional policy, please visit our website: https://europa.eu/!Yy67HF Follow us on: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EUinmyregion - Twitter: https://twitter.com/euinmyregion - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/euinmyregion/

The training provides participants both the theory and the understanding of the rationale behind and method for using State or regional aids in ESIF programmes and projects. Part 3/6. 00:02:05 State aid provisions in ESI Funds regulations 00:21:10 State aid & management verification of ESIF expenditure 00:23:54 Cumulating State aid with ESIF 00:25:49 Examples For more information on EU regional policy, please visit our website: https://europa.eu/!Yy67HF Follow us on: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EUinmyregion - Twitter: https://twitter.com/euinmyregion - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/euinmyregion/

The training provides participants both the theory and the understanding of the rationale behind and method for using State or regional aids in ESIF programmes and projects. Part 2/6. 00:00:27 Legal Bases 00:03:56 The notion of an undertaking in difficulty 00:07:00 Aid to undertakings in difficulty before Covid crisis 00:11:03 Temporary framework for state aid in the Covid context 00:13:43 The Ukraine & Crisis temporary Framework 00:14:35 The Crisis and transition temporary Framework. For more information on EU regional policy, please visit our website: https://europa.eu/!Yy67HF Follow us on: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EUinmyregion - Twitter: https://twitter.com/euinmyregion - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/euinmyregion/

The training provides participants both the theory and the understanding of the rationale behind and method for using State or regional aids in ESIF programmes and projects. Part 1/6. 00:00:13 Legal Bases 00:02:32 EU System of State Aid and Control 00:05:34 What is state aid? 00:07:10 When state aid rules apply? 5 criteria analysis 00:15:13 Compatibility. For more information on EU regional policy, please visit our website: https://europa.eu/!Yy67HF Follow us on: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EUinmyregion - Twitter: https://twitter.com/euinmyregion - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/euinmyregion/

The “Técnico Innovation Centre” in Lisbon is an infrastructure for the development and transfer of technology, which rehabilitates and requalifies the old buildings left over from the Arco do Cego bus station. The team of architects from the Técnico Innovation Centre who headed this project opted for materials and bioclimatic designs that would boost the building’s energy efficiency. The innovation centre will have a study area open 24 hours a day, an exhibition space, a cafeteria and restaurant space, auditoriums and an advanced first aid station. For more information on EU regional policy, please visit our website: https://europa.eu/!Yy67HF Follow us on: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EUinmyregion - Twitter: https://twitter.com/euinmyregion - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/euinmyregion/

The 3rd Plenary Meeting of the European Community of Practice on Partnership occurred on February 8, 2024. Partnership is a fundamental principle of EU’s shared management funds at all levels of their implementation. It helps to bring the EU closer to citizens by involving local and regional authorities, civil society, environmental and social partners, as well as non-governmental organizations in the design and implementation of investment projects. We need strong partnerships to ensure our investments are more inclusive, more transparent, and that truly meet people’s needs and interests. The European Community of Practice on Partnership (ECoPP) was established to facilitate the exchange of good practices on applying the partnership principle and to further improve the quality of partnership in the implementation of the EU funds. It brings together more than 150 organizations and authorities from across all the EU. The ECoPP has played a key role in proposing practical solutions to effectively engage stakeholders in the design, implementation, and evaluation of programs and projects. For more information on EU regional policy, please visit our website: https://europa.eu/!Yy67HF Follow us on: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EUinmyregion - Twitter: https://twitter.com/euinmyregion - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/euinmyregion/

In this episode of Stories from the Regions, we explore a unique animal sanctuary in the Northern of Germany, where old and endangered breeds of farm animals are bred and protected. To demonstrate the relevancy importance of old farm animal breeds as cultural heritage and for ecological pasture cultivation, the sanctuary built a new visitors’ centre. In the “Domesticaneum”, as the centre was named, illustrates the history of our farm animals and their meaning for the presence and the future are graphically demonstrated. For more information on EU regional policy, please visit our website: https://europa.eu/!Yy67HF Follow us on: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EUinmyregion - Twitter: https://twitter.com/euinmyregion - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/euinmyregion/

The EU-funded project “Redact” helps countries bordering the Black Sea respond more efficiently to earthquakes. REDACt's objective is for partner countries to go beyond existing practices, coordinate their responses and improve early warning systems. The project has been supported by the Interreg Black Sea Basin cooperation programme with more than €896.000. More information on the project and the programme: https://www.redact-project.eu/ https://blacksea-cbc.net/ For more information on EU regional policy, please visit our website: https://europa.eu/!Yy67HF Follow us on: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EUinmyregion - X: https://twitter.com/euinmyregion - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/euinmyregion/

How can regions and cities drive progress on the SDGs in an environment of increasing cost-of-living, high energy prices and precarious food security? We are delighted to launch the OECD-SDSN policy paper on localising the SDGs in a changing landscape, drawing on the results of a global survey jointly conducted by the OECD, the SDSN and the CoR. Join us to find out more! The Covid-19 pandemic, persistent inflation, soaring energy prices and a projected slowdown in GDP growth have placed roadblocks on the path to achieving the SDGs. Progress is falling short on almost 50% of the SDG targets, and 37% of SDG targets are either stagnating or regressing, including on key targets such as those related to poverty alleviation, hunger eradication and climate action. As part of the OECD Programme A Territorial Approach to the SDGs, this webinar will take stock of major strides that cities and regions have achieved to localise the SDGs. Delving into key policy areas affected by recent crises, the discussion will explore how the SDGs can serve as a powerful tool to counteract the adverse impacts on the cost-of-living, energy affordability and food security. Visit our website: www.oecd.org/cfeFollow us on X: @OECD_local

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The fourth online info session on the URBACT IV call for Innovation Transfer Networks took place on 7 March 2024. Discover all the information about this call on: urbact.eu/get-involved

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The European Union Solidarity Fund (EUSF) supports EU Member States and accession countries by offering financial support after severe natural disasters and, since 2020, major health emergencies. The EUSF was set up to respond to major natural disasters and express European solidarity to disaster-stricken regions within Europe. The Fund was created as a reaction to the severe floods in Central Europe in the summer of 2002. Since then, it has become one of the main EU instruments for post-disaster recovery and an expression of EU solidarity. This video highlights the achievements of the Fund and provides information about the types of operations the assistance can support. For more information on European Union Solidarity Fund (EUSF), please visit our website: https://ec.europa.eu/regional_policy/funding/solidarity-fund_en For more information on EU regional policy, please visit our website: https://europa.eu/!Yy67HF Follow us on: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EUinmyregion - Twitter: https://twitter.com/euinmyregion - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/euinmyregion/

Na semináři o finančních nástrojích, který se konal dne 22. února 2024 v Praze, se sešli kolegové z řídících orgánů českých a slovenských programů, odborníci z finančních institucí a poradenských společností, ale také zástupci regionů. Seminář se stal platformou pro výměnu názorů ohledně hlavních témat souvisejících s aplikací finančních nástrojů ve fondech EU sdíleného řízení v Česku a na Slovensku, přičemž diskuse proběhla v rámci tří zasedání: 1. Zhodnocení současného stavu - finanční nástroje v programovém období 2014–2020 2. Jak postupovat dál cestou nejlepší praxe 3. Interaktivní debata • Panelová diskuse 1: Kde jsou problémy a jaké obtíže vznikají při implementaci finančních nástrojů v tomto období? • Panelová diskuse 2: Existují nějaké úspěšné příklady a prvky, které je možné replikovat? 00:00 - Intro 00:05:10 - Úvodní slovo – Pascal Boijmans (vedoucí oddělení Česká republika a Slovensko, DG REGIO, Evropská komise) 00:14:16 - Zhodnocení současného stavu – finanční nástroje v programovém období 2014–2020 00:15:30 – Implementace finančních nástrojů v Česku – Kateřina Neveselá (ředitelka, Národní orgán pro koordinaci, Ministerstvo pro místní rozvoj ČR) 00:32:55 – Implementace finančních nástrojů na Slovensku 00:33:20 - Martin Spiritza (ředitel, Ministerstvo financí Slovenské republiky) 00:45:33 - Peter Dittrich (místopředseda představenstva, Slovak Investment Holding) 01:01:40 – Národní rozvojová banka České republiky (NRB) – současnost a budoucnost – Tomáš Nidetzký (předseda představenstva, Národní rozvojová banka České republiky) 01:19:44 - Jak postupovat dál cestou nejlepší praxe 01:20:33 – Situace v jiných členských státech EU, plánované iniciativy na podporu finančních nástrojů v rámci sdíleného řízení – Jonathan Dennes (vedoucí oddělení Finanční nástroje, DG REGIO, Evropská komise) 01:42:38 – Finanční nástroje v oblasti podpory energetických úspor a energetických služeb se zárukou (EPC – Energy Performance Contracting) – Robert Pernetta (pracovník úseku fondů a struktur, Europská Investiční banka) 02:00:53 Finanční nástroje na Slovensku v programovém období 2021-2027 – Peter Fröhlich (předseda představenstva, Slovak Investment Holding) 02:30:12 Interaktivní debata 02:30:45 Panelová diskuse 1: Kde jsou problémy a jaké obtíže vznikají při implementaci finančních nástrojů v tomto období? 03:29:35 Panelová diskuse 2: Existují nějaké úspěšné příklady a prvky, které je možné replikovat? 04:18:07 - Závěry – Pascal Boijmans (vedoucí oddělení Česká republika a Slovensko, DG REGIO, Evropská komise) For more information on EU regional policy, please visit our website: https://europa.eu/!Yy67HF Follow us on: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EUinmyregion - Twitter: https://twitter.com/euinmyregion - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/euinmyregion/

The Financial Instruments workshop taking place on 22 February 2024 in Prague, brought together the colleagues from the managing authorities of CZ and SK programmes, the FI practitioners from consultancy companies, banks, but also the regional representatives. The workshop provided a platform for exchange on the main topics related to the implementation of FI in the EU funds under shared management in Czechia and Slovakia, all being done within 3 working session: 1. Stock-taking: implementation of financial instruments in the 2014-2020 programming period 2. The way forward: best practices 3. Interactive session • Panel discussion 1: What are the operational bottlenecks in implementing financial instruments in this programming period? • Panel discussion 2: Are there any success stories or elements to replicate? For more information on EU regional policy, please visit our website: https://europa.eu/!Yy67HF Follow us on: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EUinmyregion - Twitter: https://twitter.com/euinmyregion - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/euinmyregion/

The Financial Instruments workshop taking place on 22 February 2024 in Prague, brought together the colleagues from the managing authorities of CZ and SK programmes, the FI practitioners from consultancy companies, banks, but also the regional representatives. The workshop provided a platform for exchange on the main topics related to the implementation of FI in the EU funds under shared management in Czechia and Slovakia, all being done within 3 working session: 1. Stock-taking: implementation of financial instruments in the 2014-2020 programming period 2. The way forward: best practices 3. Interactive session • Panel discussion 1: What are the operational bottlenecks in implementing financial instruments in this programming period? • Panel discussion 2: Are there any success stories or elements to replicate? 00:00 - Intro 00:05:10 - Opening speech – Pascal Boijmans (Head of Unit, Czech Republic and Slovakia, DG REGIO, European Commission) 00:13:45 - Stock-taking: implementation of financial instruments in the 2014- 2020 programming period 00:15:30 - 1. Implementation of financial instruments in Czechia – Kateřina Neveselá (Director, National Coordination Authority, Ministry of Regional Development of the Czech Republic) 00:32:55 - 2. Implementation of financial instruments in Slovakia 00:33:20 - Martin Spiritza, Director, Ministry of Finance of the Slovak Republic 00:45:33 - Peter Dittrich, Vice-Chairman, Slovak Investment Holding 01:01:40 - 3. Presentation by National Development Bank of the Czech Republic – Tomáš Nidetzký (Chairman, National Development Bank of the Czech Republic): The way forward: best practices 01:20:33 - 4. Situation in other EU Member States, planned initiatives to bolster the implementation of FI under shared management – Jonathan Denness (Head of Unit, Financial Instruments, DG REGIO, European Commission) 01:42:38 - 5. Financial instruments for energy efficiency and Energy Performance Contracting – Robert Pernetta (Fund and structuring officer, European Investment Bank) 02:00:53 6. Financial instruments in Slovakia in the period 2021-2027 – Peter Fröhlich (Chairman, Slovak Investment Holding) Interactive session 02:30:45 • Panel discussion 1: What are the operational bottlenecks in implementing financial instruments in this programming period? 03:29:35 • Panel discussion 2: Are there any success stories or elements to replicate? 04:18:07 - Concluding remarks – Pascal Boijmans (Head of Unit, Czech Republic and Slovakia, DG REGIO, European Commission) For more information on EU regional policy, please visit our website: https://europa.eu/!Yy67HF Follow us on: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EUinmyregion - Twitter: https://twitter.com/euinmyregion - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/euinmyregion/

In an EU co-funded project, Copenhagen University Hospital and Skåne University Hospital are leading the initiative, projected to help 5,000 people in Denmark and Sweden who are struggling to conceive naturally over the next five to eight years. Some 2,000 people have already participated in the study. For more information on EU regional policy, please visit our website: https://europa.eu/!Yy67HF Follow us on: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EUinmyregion - Twitter: https://twitter.com/euinmyregion - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/euinmyregion/

This episode of the Stories from the Regions series brings us to the newly built Biotechnological Hub in Ljubljana, Slovenia, which became home for the National Institute of Biology (NIB). With the support of EU funds, the research institute in the field of biological sciences now benefits from a high-quality infrastructure, with modern equipment that allows for cutting edge research. This video depicts the benefits and the impact of the Hub, which goes beyond the scientific tangible results, in an effort to spread knowledge and engage the community. Find out more by visiting the NIB website: https://www.nib.si/eng/. For more information on EU regional policy, please visit our website: https://europa.eu/!Yy67HF Follow us on: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EUinmyregion - Twitter: https://twitter.com/euinmyregion - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/euinmyregion/

V tej epizodi Zgodb iz Regij si bomo ogledali novo Biotehnološko stičišče v Ljubljani, Sloveniji, ki je postalo dom Nacionalnega inštituta za biologijo (NIB). S pomočjo sredstev EU je raziskovalni inštitut zdaj opremljen s sodobno infrastrukturo in opremo, kar omogoča vrhunske raziskave na področju bioloških znanosti. Video prikazuje koristi in vpliv stičišča, ki presegajo zgolj znanstvene dosežke, saj prispeva k širjenju znanja in vključevanju skupnosti. Več informacij je na voljo na spletišču NIB website: https://www.nib.si/ For more information on EU regional policy, please visit our website: https://europa.eu/!Yy67HF Follow us on: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EUinmyregion - Twitter: https://twitter.com/euinmyregion - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/euinmyregion/

Registrazione dell'evento Scegliere il Servizio Civile Universale: un dialogo sulle opportunità di impiego dei giovani in Italia, tenutosi il 6 febbraio 2024, a Trento & online. Il Servizio Civile Universale (SCU) ha un potenziale immenso per l'economia e la società italiana. L'approccio volontario per i giovani trasforma l'idea convenzionale di un servizio obbligatorio, in Italia in vigore dagli anni '60 al 2005, in una piattaforma reciprocamente vantaggiosa per la crescita personale e il progresso della comunità. Si tratta di un approccio inclusivo che incoraggia tutti i cittadini idonei a contribuire attivamente allo sviluppo dell’Italia. Per quanto riguarda i giovani, è dimostrato che il loro coinvolgimento in vari settori come la sanità, l'istruzione, le infrastrutture e le iniziative ambientali, non solo rafforza le comunità di provenienza, ma fornisce anche competenze ed esperienze preziose. È stato anche dimostrato che questa esposizione, unita alle opportunità di formazione e sviluppo, aumenta la prospettiva di occupazione al termine del servizio. Inoltre, colmando le lacune critiche nei servizi pubblici, il servizio civile universale promuove la stabilità e la crescita economica. L'evento è organizzato nell'ambito del progetto sostenuto dalla Commissione Europea e il suo Technical Support Instrument (TSI) rivolto al Supporto alla progettazione e all'attuazione del progetto di servizio civile universale PNRR, per sbloccare le opportunità di impiego dei giovani. Il progetto mira ad ampliare la visione del SCU perseguendo obiettivi sia di volontariato che di occupabilità. I rapporti sviluppati dall'OCSE esaminano la legislazione esistente e identificano le procedure, i processi e gli ostacoli amministrativi per tutte le parti interessate, proponendo riforme e soluzioni per rendere il SCU più efficace ed efficiente. Il progetto è finanziato dall'Unione europea attraverso lo Strumento di NextGenerationEU e attuato dall'OCSE, in collaborazione con la Direzione generale per il sostegno alle riforme strutturali della Commissione europea. Maggiori informazioni: https://www.oecd.org/cfe/leed/UCS_Trento_6Feb2024_ITA.pdf Visit our website: www.oecd.org/cfeFollow us on Twitter: @OECD_local

The river Minho is a natural border between the north of Portugal and the region of Galicia in Spain. The river’s cross-border territory, which is comprised of natural spaces with a rich biodiversity and environment, is jointly managed by the two countries. However, it has been difficult to achieve smooth cross-border cooperation in this region in terms of management of these areas. National differences in the administration of these areas and a lack of coordination prevent the managing authorities from fully protecting and promoting these shared natural spaces. Source: https://www.b-solutionsproject.com/_files/ugd/8f68c1_d4b7ca6eb8c4448598e62e0b66f8c08e.pdf, pp. 136-138 For more information on EU regional policy, please visit our website: https://europa.eu/!Yy67HF Follow us on: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EUinmyregion - Twitter: https://twitter.com/euinmyregion - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/euinmyregion/

The Øresund agreement regulates taxation matters regarding work commutes between Denmark and Sweden since 2003. Yet, new crucial aspects of cross-border commuters are not included in the legislation. Rules regarding pension systems, taxation and reporting obligations are also not harmonised, which creates unnecessary administrative costs and increases the risk of double taxation for cross-border workers. As a result, companies are discouraged to seek for skilled workers from the cross-border region. Source: https://www.b-solutionsproject.com/labour-market-and-education For more information on EU regional policy, please visit our website: https://europa.eu/!Yy67HF Follow us on: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EUinmyregion - Twitter: https://twitter.com/euinmyregion - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/euinmyregion/

The German social security system provides wage replacement benefits which also apply to parents while they care for their sick children. In border regions, however, children’s sick pay is hardly ever made use of, particularly for those living in the Netherlands but working in Germany. In this case, different national requirements for proof of illness and a lack of knowledge of this benefit prevent cross-border workers from applying for such benefits. Source: https://www.b-solutionsproject.com/_files/ugd/8f68c1_d4b7ca6eb8c4448598e62e0b66f8c08e.pdf, pp. 87-89 For more information on EU regional policy, please visit our website: https://europa.eu/!Yy67HF Follow us on: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EUinmyregion - Twitter: https://twitter.com/euinmyregion - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/euinmyregion/

Home hospitalisation, including palliative care, is a common way for patients in France to continue their treatment at home. However, due to legal impediments, patients who live in France but whose treating doctor is based in Luxembourg cannot benefit from this form of home hospitalisation because the French nurses have no equipment and no contact with the treating Luxembourg doctor and the independent nursing service contracts are not designed for cross-border cases. Source: https://www.b-solutionsproject.com/public-services For more information on EU regional policy, please visit our website: https://europa.eu/!Yy67HF Follow us on: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EUinmyregion - Twitter: https://twitter.com/euinmyregion - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/euinmyregion/

Due to different legislative frameworks in Denmark and Germany, students and workers are limited in their opportunities to pursue internships on the other side of the border. It is problematic as cross-border internships can often lead to hiring and can thus strengthen the border region labour market. Source: https://www.b-solutionsproject.com/labour-market-and-education For more information on EU regional policy, please visit our website: https://europa.eu/!Yy67HF Follow us on: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EUinmyregion - Twitter: https://twitter.com/euinmyregion - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/euinmyregion/

As part of the 2025 European joint Capital of Culture, Nova Gorica (Slovenia) and Gorizia (Italy) will organize events and activities in the shared area of the piazza Transalpina – Trg Evrope square. Yet, the different and sometimes incompatible systems of national rules between the two cities on several matters (security, insurance coverage, music rights) make the management of events in a cross-border area more complex. Source: https://www.b-solutionsproject.com/institutional-cooperation For more information on EU regional policy, please visit our website: https://europa.eu/!Yy67HF Follow us on: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EUinmyregion - Twitter: https://twitter.com/euinmyregion - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/euinmyregion/

Cross-border cooperation is essential in the area of disaster management, especially in Alpine regions, and often requires a rapid and targeted response. However, emergency services operating in the cross-border region of Italy and Austria are confronted with different national regulations which lead to various legal and operational uncertainties. As a consequence, cross-border cooperation is carried out informally and is not always as efficient. Source: https://www.b-solutionsproject.com/_files/ugd/8f68c1_d4b7ca6eb8c4448598e62e0b66f8c08e.pdf, pp. 150-153 For more information on EU regional policy, please visit our website: https://europa.eu/!Yy67HF Follow us on: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EUinmyregion - Twitter: https://twitter.com/euinmyregion - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/euinmyregion/

The free movement of workers grants EU citizens the right to live and work in different member states. However, this right is not granted equally to third-country nationals, which is particularly reflected in the Øresundregion, where there is a high level of worker mobility. In Denmark, there is a high demand for skilled workers, but for third-country nationals residing in Sweden it is extremely complicated to obtain a Danish work permit, even if they have a long-term residence permit in Sweden. Source: https://www.b-solutionsproject.com/labour-market-and-education For more information on EU regional policy, please visit our website: https://europa.eu/!Yy67HF Follow us on: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EUinmyregion - Twitter: https://twitter.com/euinmyregion - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/euinmyregion/

The construction sector and wood materials have been an essential part of life in both Norway and Sweden, as wood construction is a long-standing tradition in these Nordic countries. However, there are several obstacles that are hampering coordination in the wood construction sector between these two neighbouring countries. Differences in regulations and requirements for construction products and a lack of access to information make trade and business opportunities more difficult across the border and hinder regional integration. Source: https://www.b-solutionsproject.com/_files/ugd/8f68c1_d4b7ca6eb8c4448598e62e0b66f8c08e.pdf, pp. 130-132 For more information on EU regional policy, please visit our website: https://europa.eu/!Yy67HF Follow us on: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EUinmyregion - Twitter: https://twitter.com/euinmyregion - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/euinmyregion/

COMMUNITIES FOR CLIMATE (C4C) An initiative of the European Commission, Communities for Climate (C4C) will support 50 community-led projects in eleven countries of the EU, accompanying them in the realisation of new and innovative ideas for citizens engagement to address climate and sustainability issues. These lighthouse projects will serve as a replicable model for other local communities willing to engage in climate projects across the EU. The scope of this action covers the four following areas: renewable energy, sustainable water management, circular and resource-efficient economy, and biodiversity. The call for projects will be open from 21 February 2024, with a deadline for submissions set for 3 April 2024 23:59 CET. Register for our informational webinar to know what kind of support is offered and how you can apply. 📅 Event Details: February 29, 2024 | 11:00-12:45 CET Link to registration For more information about the call for applications, and the informational webinar, visit the website of the C4C initiative. For more information on EU regional policy, please visit our website: https://europa.eu/!Yy67HF Follow us on: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EUinmyregion - Twitter: https://twitter.com/euinmyregion - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/euinmyregion/

The town of Ptuj, in northeastern Slovenia, has been transformed in recent years, partly thanks to funds dedicated by the European Union. During excavations, the architects found historic pebbles and a fountain. The pebbles have been reused by the architect. For more information on EU regional policy, please visit our website: https://europa.eu/!Yy67HF Follow us on: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EUinmyregion - Twitter: https://twitter.com/euinmyregion - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/euinmyregion/

En este episodio de la serie «Stories from the Regions», cogemos un tren eléctrico desde el municipio septentrional de Sa Pobla hasta la estación de S'Enllaç, situada en el centro de la isla de Mallorca. La electrificación de esta línea, realizada con el apoyo de la financiación de la UE, completa la electrificación de toda la red ferroviaria. Este proyecto ha reducido 600 toneladas de emisiones de CO2 anuales y ha aportado muchos beneficios a los usuarios locales, incluido un mayor grado de confort y fiabilidad. En este vídeo les presentamos Pedro y Álvaro, que son un ejemplo de los numerosos ciudadanos que se han beneficiado de la electrificación. También hablamos con Pau y Apolonia, técnicos que trabajaron en el proyecto y que nos dan más detalles sobre lo que implicó. Por último, Guillem comparte su experiencia en la conducción de los distintos tipos de trenes. Para más información: SERVEIS FERROVIARIS DE MALLORCA http://www.trensfm.com/seccions.php?register_vars%5bsec2%5d=30®ister_vars%5bsec3%5d= ELECTRIFICATION OF THE RAILWAY LINE ENLLAÇ-SA POBLA | Kohesio https://kohesio.ec.europa.eu/en/projects/Q3269526 For more information on EU regional policy, please visit our website: https://europa.eu/!Yy67HF Follow us on: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EUinmyregion - Twitter: https://twitter.com/euinmyregion - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/euinmyregion/

In this episode of the Stories from the Regions series, we take an electric train from the northern municipality of Sa Pobla to the station of s’Enllaç, located in the middle of the island of Mallorca. The electrification of this line, carried out with the support of EU funding, completes the electrification of the whole railway network. This project has reduced 600 tonnes of yearly CO2 emissions, and it has brought many benefits to the local passengers, including more comfort and reliability. In this video we introduce you Pedro and Álvaro, who are an example of the many citizens that benefited from the electrification. We also talk to Pau and Apolonia, technical engineers who worked on the project and who give us more details on what it entailed. Finally, Guillem, shares his own experience of driving the different types of trains. For more information: SERVEIS FERROVIARIS DE MALLORCA http://www.trensfm.com/seccions.php?register_vars%5bsec2%5d=30®ister_vars%5bsec3%5d= ELECTRIFICATION OF THE RAILWAY LINE ENLLAÇ-SA POBLA | Kohesio https://kohesio.ec.europa.eu/en/projects/Q3269526 For more information on EU regional policy, please visit our website: https://europa.eu/!Yy67HF Follow us on: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EUinmyregion - Twitter: https://twitter.com/euinmyregion - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/euinmyregion/

On Thursday 15 February 2024, the Border Focal Point Network organised the 16th episode of the 'Beyond Borders' Breakfast Debates series. “How can cross-border risk & crisis management enhance EU resilience?”. The session discussed how cross-border disaster, risk, and crisis management can build resilience within the EU, delving into the DG REGIO’s latest report, ‘Strengthening the Resilience of EU Border Regions: Mapping Risks and Crisis Management Tools and Identifying Gaps.’ This pivotal report, scheduled for publication in March 2024, provides a comprehensive inventory of potential risks along EU borders and identifies existing tools for their prevention and management. As such, this debate provided updated information on the main tools and good practices for cross-border cooperation in managing both natural and human disasters. Speakers included: 🎙️ Ms. Birgit Snoeren, Policy Officer, DG ECHO, European Commission. 🎙️ Ms. Simona Pohlova, Deputy Head of Unit for Interreg, Cross-border Cooperation, Internal Borders (Unit D.2. DG Regio). 🎙️ Mr. Ruslan Zhechkov, Principal Consultant, representative of the company authoring Strengthening the Resilience of EU Border Regions - Technopolis. 🎙️Ms. Marian Ramekers-van Kuijk, Programme Director at EMRIC 🎙️Mr. Maciej Molak, General Secretary at the Faculty of Regional Development and International Studies, Mendel University. For more information on EU regional policy, please visit our website: https://europa.eu/!Yy67HF Follow us on: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EUinmyregion - Twitter: https://twitter.com/euinmyregion - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/euinmyregion/

This testimonial video provide insights on the challenges and the importance of cooperation across borders in addressing natural disasters such as floods, by highlighting a project of great significance in the Greek - Bulgarian cross-border area. Border regions between Greece and Bulgaria are historically vulnerable to floods due to the two transboundary river basins of Struma/Strymon and Evros/Maritsa. The video discusses the importance of bilateral cooperation in increasing the resilience of border regions. It marks out Flood Protection, one of the largest Interreg V-A Greece Bulgaria 2014-2020 strategic projects aiming to improve resilience of the cross-border area in times of crisis. The project brought together authorities from both sides of the border to provide tangible outputs such as large-scale infrastructure upgrades and increased disaster handling capacity. The person featured in the video is the Project Manager Mr Konstantinos Michailidis. For more information on EU regional policy, please visit our website: https://europa.eu/!Yy67HF Follow us on: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EUinmyregion - Twitter: https://twitter.com/euinmyregion - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/euinmyregion/

L'IDMAR è il più grande telescopio sottomarino d'Europa, sostenuto dalla politica di coesione dell'UE con circa 19 milioni di euro. Il suo scopo è quello di potenziare le infrastrutture di ricerca marina in Sicilia. I suoi nodi sferici sottomarini sono in grado di guardare e ascoltare ciò che accade nel Mediterraneo, trasmettendo informazioni preziose in tempo reale. IDMAR non solo può illuminarci sulla vita marina sottomarina, ma può anche aiutare i ricercatori a fotografare e mappare le zone sismiche e a scoprire l'origine dei raggi cosmici. Guardate l'ultimo episodio di Smart Regions che mostra come il laboratorio sottomarino della Sicilia potrebbe aiutarci a capire meglio le origini del nostro universo! For more information on EU regional policy, please visit our website: https://europa.eu/!Yy67HF Follow us on: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EUinmyregion - Twitter: https://twitter.com/euinmyregion - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/euinmyregion/

European Tourism Trends and Prospects is a series of reports on economic and tourism trends in Europe and key overseas markets. ETC with the consultancy of Tourism Economics produces four releases per year that assess the state of the world economy and European tourism. This video summarises the key findings of Q4/2023. You can read and download the full report and accompanying material on our website.

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With more than USD 1.57 trillion of federal funding committed over ten years, the Inflation Reduction Act and the Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill provide an opportunity to close the infrastructure investment gap in the United States. Maximising the long-term benefits from this funding – from job creation to improving the quality of life to addressing geographic divides – will require scaling up the capacity for inclusive investment at all levels of government. Many OECD countries have faced similar challenges and have developed new approaches that the United States can learn from. This webinar will draw on a new OECD policy brief and international case studies to highlight lessons that can help US state and local actors make the most of this historic opportunity. Visit our website: www.oecd.org/cfeFollow us on Twitter: @OECD_local

The IDMAR is Europe's largest underwater telescope, supported by the EU’s Cohesion policy with about €19 million with the aim to upgrade the sea research infrastructures in Sicily. Its spherical underwater nodes are able to look and listen out for what's happening in the Mediterranean, transmitting valuable information in real time. IDMAR can not only shine a light on underwater marine life, but it can also help researchers to photograph and map seismic zones and discover the origin of cosmic rays. Watch the latest episode of Smart Regions showing how Sicily's underwater laboratory could help us better understand the origins of our universe! For more information on EU regional policy, please visit our website: https://europa.eu/!Yy67HF Follow us on: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EUinmyregion - Twitter: https://twitter.com/euinmyregion - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/euinmyregion/

The third online info session on the URBACT IV call for Innovation Transfer Networks took place on 6 February 2024. Discover all the information about this call on: urbact.eu/get-involved

Csatlakozzon hozzánk a ”Stories from the Regions” sorozat kovetkezo epizódjában, és fedezze fel a Budapesttől mintegy 70 km-re nyugatra fekvő Környét. Környe azon négy település között van, amelyeket uniós finanszírozású kerékpárút-infrastruktúra köt össze. Ez a több mint 13 km-en átívelő kerékpárút lélegzetelállító tájakon kanyarog, beleértve a gyönyörű kis tavakat, és kényelmes útvonalat kínál az ingázáshoz, a laza túrákhoz és a sportkalandokhoz. Merítsen ihletet a helyiek történeteiből, akik napi utazásaik és szabadidős tevékenységeik során kipróbálták az új kerékpárutat. For more information: https://www.facebook.com/oroszlanybicout https://archive.palyazat.gov.hu//tamogatott_projektkereso TOP-3.1.1-15-KO1-2016-00004 TAVAINK ÁLTAL For more information on EU regional policy, please visit our website: https://europa.eu/!Yy67HF Follow us on: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EUinmyregion - Twitter: https://twitter.com/euinmyregion - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/euinmyregion/

In this episode of the Stories from the Regions series, join us to explore the Hungarian village of Környe, located approximately 70 km west of Budapest. Környe is among the four settlements that have been connected by an EU-funded bike lane infrastructure. Spanning over 13 km, this bike lane winds its way through breath-taking scenery, including beautiful small lakes, offering a convenient route for commuting, leisurely rides, and sports adventures. Be inspired by stories from locals who have embraced this new cycling infrastructure for their daily travels and recreational pursuits. For more information: https://www.facebook.com/oroszlanybicout https://archive.palyazat.gov.hu//tamogatott_projektkereso TOP-3.1.1-15-KO1-2016-00004 TAVAINK ÁLTAL

In 2020, the Japanese legislature unanimously approved a groundbreaking law focusing on worker cooperatives, providing for the first time a centralised legal framework tailored to the needs of the country’s worker cooperative movement. To further explore the implications and help chart the course for the future, the OECD is partnering with the Japan Institute for Labour Policy and Training (JILPT) to organise an international knowledge-sharing webinar. Join us to hear from practitioners in Japan, the United Kingdom, France, Spain and South Korea, as well as other international experts such as from the International Cooperative Alliance (ICA). Disclaimer: Please note that the OECD will share the list of participants with the Japan Institute for Labour Policy and Training including name, organisation and title but no contact information will be shared. Visit our website: www.oecd.org/cfeFollow us on Twitter: @OECD_local

In this video, the BFPN engages in an enlightening conversation with Ms. Hanna Kroll, Project Manager at the Aachen Transport Association. Ms. Kroll is dedicated to enhancing cross-border mobility. The primary goal of the association is to facilitate smoother cross-border interactions by serving as a central point of contact for partners throughout the Euregio Meuse-Rhine region. Additionally, we hear from Mr. Michael Dejose, Managing Director of the EGTC Euregio Meuse-Rhine, who focuses on issues related to cross-border cooperation. The discussion centers on the measures they have implemented to improve cross-border mobility and their plans for future initiatives. Join the Border Focal Point Network and read more successful stories of effective cross-border collaborations: https://futurium.ec.europa.eu/en/border-focal-point-network For more information on EU regional policy, please visit our website: https://europa.eu/!Yy67HF Follow us on: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EUinmyregion - Twitter: https://twitter.com/euinmyregion - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/euinmyregion/

URBACT IV Call for Innovation Transfer Networks info session held on 23 January 2024. Discover all the information about this call on: urbact.eu/get-involved

Discover the opportunities for European cities provided by the URBACT call for Innovation Transfer Networks and join [u]s! You can find all the details of the call here: urbact.eu/get-involved This info session took place on 16 January 2024.