Thessaloniki gets ready for its metro launch in November
The underground rapid transit lines have been under construction for almost two decades due to various project delays
If your region or city is a good example of entrepreneurship, apply for the EER rewards
The European Entrepreneurial Region (EER) reflects a partnership between the European Commission and the UEAPME, Eurochambres, Social Economy Europe and concerned stakeholders at EU level, which aims to reward the most distinguished regions in terms of entrepreneurial policy strategy. Each year the winners are granted the label of EER, despite their size, wealth and competences.
A call has been open for the 2020 rewards, which is accepts applications until 27 March 2019. The winners for 2019 are three regions: Principality of Asturias (Spain), Province Gelderland (the Netherlands) and Region of Thessaly (Greece).
However restrictive the call looks, the eligibility criteria are more open: invited to apply are territories, including communities and cities within the Union, especially cross-border regions, as long as they have legal personality and political competences. Other criteria are the ability to implement an overall entrepreneurial vision and experience in demonstrating good results and commitment to the implementation of changes, if required.
As part of the application process, applicants are to prepare a fact sheet on their territory, an outline of the political vision, as well as to draft a summary of a governance mechanism, which will ensure the implementation of EER actions, among other requirements. The award for 2020 is decided by a competent jury.
For full application package and guidelines, visit the Committee of the Regions webpage
The underground rapid transit lines have been under construction for almost two decades due to various project delays
Now you can get your wine in Talence by paying directly in Bitcoin
That’s because the state has to spend money on updating the railway infrastructure rather than subsidizing the cost of the popular pass
Rethinking renewable energy sources for the urban landscape
The examples, compiled by Beyond Fossil Fuels, can inform and inspire communities and entrepreneurs that still feel trepidation at the prospect of energy transition
Now you can get your wine in Talence by paying directly in Bitcoin
The 10th European Conference on Sustainable Cities and Towns (ESCT) sets the stage for stronger cooperation between the EU, national and local level to fast track Europe's transition to climate neutrality.
At least, that’s the promise made by the mayor of Paris, Anne Hidalgo
The underground rapid transit lines have been under construction for almost two decades due to various project delays
At least, that’s the promise made by the mayor of Paris, Anne Hidalgo
Hostal de Pinós is located in the geographical centre of the autonomous region
Despite its church-y name, the district has long been known as the hangout spot for the artsy crowds
Urban dwellers across the EU are having a say in making their surroundings friendlier to people and the environment.
Forests in the EU can help green the European construction industry and bolster a continent-wide push for architectural improvements.
Apply by 10 November and do your part for the transformation of European public spaces
An interview with the Mayor of a Polish city that seeks to reinvent itself
An interview with the newly elected ICLEI President and Mayor of Malmö
A conversation with the Mayor of Lisbon about the spirit and dimensions of innovation present in the Portuguese capital