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Boosting entrepreneurship in rural areas

Boosting entrepreneurship in rural areas opens new opportunities and markets. In this policy brief, you'll discover how rural SMEs show great potential as a source of economic growth and innovation.

Sustainable waste management in a circular economy

The shift from a linear to a circular economy is a major challenge that requires sustainable management of waste and resources.

Supporting local bioenergy development

Bioenergy is one of the most flexible renewables that does not release new carbon into the atmosphere. Discover European Frameworks, funding schemes, and good practices in this policy brief.

Improving the convenience of public transport

The shift to a low-carbon economy will rely heavily on the use of zero-emission vehicles and increased use of public transport. Take a look at how you can improve its convenience in your region.

University-industry collaboration

Find out in this policy brief why university-industry collaboration is a key component of the regional innovation policy-mix. Successful exploitation of research and development results is fundamental for regional competitiveness.

Urban ecosystems

Discover the importance of green infrastructure and nature-based solutions for the development of sustainable cities

One-Stop-Shops

One-Stop-Shops (OSS) bring together the full gamut of policy interventions, working with stakeholders to provide skills and knowledge for home renovation.

Industry 4.0

Explore six policy recommendations using experience from Interreg Europe projects dealing with Industry 4.0 to offer regions relevant lessons to enrich their transformative efforts.

Demand responsive transport

Demand responsive transport is a flexible mode of transportation that adapts to the demands of its user groups. It can have significant environmental benefits. This policy brief highlights the benefits of demand responsive transport for European regions.

Circular economy business models in the EU

Discover the challenges and solutions that policymakers face in implementing circular economy business models. This policy brief includes recommendations on how to speed up the development of these models.

Policy challenges in research and innovation infrastructure

The European research and innovation infrastructure ecosystem comprised numerous facilities and stakeholders operating at the leading edge of scientific discoveries. The experience of Interreg Europe projects tackling research and innovation infrastructure can serve as inspiration to regions across Europe.

Cultural routes in Europe

Discover the transnational routes that help tourists discover how Europeans have lived since ancient times. This policy brief presents the Council of Europe’s Cultural Routes Programme, the EU’s policies on Cultural Routes, and good practices.