
Policy Learning Platform
The Policy Learning Platform is the second action of the Interreg Europe programme. It aims to boost EU-wide policy learning and builds on good practices related to regional development policies.
About the Platform
The Platform is a space where the European policy-making community can tap into the know-how of regional policy experts and peers. It offers information on a variety of topics via thematic publications, online and onsite events, and direct communication with a team of experts.
Our community members can use for free the services we propose to policymakers looking for tailored advice on their policy challenges.
What's in it for you
As a community member, you can access all the knowledge and expertise available through the Platform. You can:
- Meet policymakers sharing similar challenges;
- Learn from the experiences of your peers;
- Get useful advice for your daily policy-making work and build your professional capacity.
You can also actively contribute to our activities:
- Share your own policy-making experience
- Choose the topics you would like the Platform experts to cover in their publications and events
Explore the services that the Policy Learning Platform offers in this brochure.
Upcoming Platform events
Discover upcoming events held by the Platform and register today.

Promoting the commercialisation of research results
On 3 February 2023, from 10:30 to 12:00 CET, the Policy Learning Platform is organising an online discussion on promoting the commercialisation of research results.
Cultural and Creative Industries II: Towards a more social Europe
On 7 February, from 14:00 to 15:30 CET, the Policy Learning Platform is hosting the second episode of the Cultural and Creative Industries series. This episode will focus on the sustainability and the social impact of the industries.
Peer review: a blue economy roadmap for Estonia
On 09 and 10 February 2023, the Policy Learning Platform is organising a peer review for the benefit of the Environmental Investment Centre (Estonia), It will focus on how to create a blue economy roadmap.
Innovation vouchers
On 8 March 2023, the Policy Learning Platform is organising a webinar on the topic of innovation vouchers. It is taking place from 14:00 to 15:30, make sure to reserve your spot below! Innovation vouchers are small lines of credit (usually ranging from €2000 to €20,000) provided by regional or
Matchmaking: Better RIS3 governance
On 9 March 2023, the Policy Learning Platform is organising an online matchmaking session on the topic of better RIS3 governance at the request of The Western Greece Managing Authority. The Western Greece Managing Authority is designing and implementing its Smart Specialisation Strategy for the
Latest Platform news
Take a look at the latest news and publications from the Platform.

EU joins Global Biodiversity Framework
In this article learn about the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework and how it will help accelerate ambitious policies around the world and mobilise financing for biodiversity.
Policy Learning Platform and you in 2023
Start 2023 with a boost and get inspiration for policy solutions. See upcoming events and what other resources and services the Platform has in store for you.
Cultural and Creative Industries webinar series
The Policy Learning Platform is organising a new webinar series on cultural and creative industries! Register today to learn about supporting their transformation for a green, digital and social Europe.
A new pan-European partnership for cultural and creative industries
In this article, learn about a new pan-European partnership on Culture & Creativity created by the European Institute of Innovation and Technology.
Innovation for the Green Transition
The Joint Research Centre has recently published two reports that illustrate how five European regions are using S3 to promote the green transition. Explore them in this article.
European Commission announces low-carbon priorities for 2023
Discover the low-carbon priorities set by the European Commission in the recently published Work Programme.
Make a wish: shape the Platform activities to your needs
Every 6 months, the Policy Learning Platform is putting together its plan of activities and policy publications. Contribute to this survey to help us better respond to your needs.
New guidelines for water reuse
Severe drought will worsen in Europe. In this article, learn how reusing reclaimed water could help us manage water resources more efficiently.
Have you considered applying for a peer review?
The results of the first call for project funding are expected for December 2022. But there's more to Interreg Europe than project funding: have a look at the peer reviews. Applications submitted by 30 November will be organised in the first half of 2023.
Cultural routes and itineraries
The Policy Learning Platform is organising a webinar series on the topic of cultural routes. Register today to learn about digitalisation, reviving cultural routes and get inspired by policy changes!
Come meet us at the Interreg 2 Seas annual event
From 29 to 30 September, Interreg 2 Seas is organising its annual event in the Hague. The Interreg Europe Policy Learning Platform will be present, come and meet with us!
Join us at the European Cluster Conference
Come and meet us at the 8th edition of the European Cluster Conference on 26 and 27 September in Prague!Reducing energy demand with low-cost public transport
Politicians across Europe are looking to implement measures that can relieve cost pressures on their citizens. Take a look at how countries across Europe are doing this with public transport.
EU prepares for possible winter energy disruption
The European Commission is preparing for possible energy shortages by launching the REPowerEU initiative and the REPowerEU plan. Read how they plan to secure energy for the coming winter.
Synergies between Horizon Europe and the European Regional Development Fund programmes
Read the recently published guidance from the European Commission on new opportunities to maximise the synergies between Horizon Europe and the European Regional Development Fund.
What our community says
Europe is facing big transitions because of climate change. Transitions are limited in time and therefore depending on fast learning and connecting with society. The Policy learning platform gives policy advisors the necessary diving board to learn even faster, stay up to speed and connect with society.
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