Inspiration, ideas and policy solutions

Wed 24 November, 11:00 - 12:00, Online

Take part in one of the parallel sessions and get inspired by interregional cooperation projects and good practices. You will also get insights into how to build on existing results and achievements in future projects.

 

Research and innovation paving the way for the future

In this session, we will explore key concepts for research and innovation in the next programming period 2021-2027. Our guest speakers, Margaret Quinn, ERNACT, and Luc Hulsman, SNN, Netherlands will share their insights on the roles of regional policies for smart specialisation strategies for sustainable and inclusive growth (S4+), Industry 5.0, European Digital Innovation Hubs (EDIHs), and mission-oriented innovation policies.

Speakers:

  • Marc Pattinson, Thematic Expert, Research and innovation, Interreg Europe Policy Learning Platform
  • Arnault Morisson, Thematic Expert, Research and innovation, Interreg Europe Policy Learning Platform 
  • Ana Mihaljevic, Policy Officer, Interreg Europe
  • Kristaps Rocans, Policy Officer, Interreg Europe
  • Luc Hulsman, SNN
  • Margaret Quinn, ERNACT

 

Designing the low-carbon transition

Enabling the low-carbon transition is a major challenge for all regions but is essential if we are to limit the impacts of climate change. In this session you will learn about successes achieved by Interreg Europe projects in sustainable mobility, uptake of renewables and improvement of energy efficiency, as well as discovering the actions of the Interreg Europe Policy Learning Platform. The session will also include discussions on the future programme and priority topics to inspire prospective applicants.

Speakers:

  • Katharina Krell, Thematic Expert, Low-carbon economy, Interreg Europe Policy Learning Platform
  • Simon Hunkin, Thematic Expert, Low-carbon economy, Interreg Europe Policy Learning Platform 
  • Charo Camacho, Senior Policy Officer, Interreg Europe
  • Verena Priem, Policy Officer, Interreg Europe
  • Rachel Tully, Extremadura Energy Agency AGENEX, Spain
  • Suada Mustajbegović, Environmental Protection and Energy Efficiency Fund, Croatia
  • Luminita Mihailov, South-East Regional Development Agency of Romania
Research and innovation SME competitiveness Low-carbon economy Environment and resource efficiency