Industrial sites of Tomorrow
About this good practice
The ANCT envisions a forward-looking approach to industrial sites focused on transforming traditional industrial areas into innovative, sustainable, and resilient spaces. Key aspects include:
• Technological Integration: Embracing cutting-edge technologies such as automation, robotics, and IoT to optimize industrial processes and enhance productivity.
• Sustainability: Implementing eco-friendly practices to minimize environmental impact, including renewable energy adoption, waste reduction, and green infrastructure development.
• Diversification of Activities: Encouraging the diversification of industrial activities within the site to foster innovation and adaptability to changing market demands.
• Collaborative Spaces: Creating collaborative environments that promote knowledge sharing, partnerships, and networking among businesses, research institutions, and local communities.
• Workforce Development: Prioritizing skills development and training programs to ensure the workforce is equipped with the necessary competencies for the jobs of the future.
• Urban Integration: Integrating industrial sites into the surrounding urban fabric through mixed-use developments, public amenities, and transportation infrastructure improvements.
• Resilience: Enhancing resilience against potential disruptions, such as natural disasters or economic fluctuations, through robust infrastructure and contingency planning.
Resources needed
- Funding for the policy
- A team dedicated for the support of the 8 territories that were selected
- A team for each territory dedicated to develop the individual projects
Evidence of success
Quantitative results of the "Industrial Site of Tomorrow" initiative included the creation of 8 roadmaps to overtake the challenges posed by the policy initiative.
Qualitative success improved community satisfaction, enhanced innovation culture, and strengthened partnerships.
Potential for learning or transfer
EU regions can learn from the initiative by adapting their strategies for their industrial revitalization. Key takeaways include integrating innovation, sustainability, and community engagement into industrial policies, fostering collaboration between businesses and research institutions, and prioritizing skills development for the workforce. Additionally, leveraging EU funding mechanisms and knowledge-sharing platforms can facilitate the transfer of best practices and support the replication of successful approaches across different regions.