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🎊 The 11th edition of #EuropeCooperates has come to an end! 💡 Over the last two days, we marked the 10th anniversary of the Policy Learning Platform, which is the second pillar of our programme that supports European policymakers in gaining access to expert knowledge. 🤝 Those who came to our annual event got to learn from Thematic sessions, network, attend study visits in Krakow and exchange with our experts. We thank all the participants and speakers for making our event so special for the 11th edition of our annual event. Keep an eye out for the event recap, to be published soon on our website. Now Europe, let's cooperate 🇪🇺! #Interreg #InterregEurope #CohesionPolicy

🤝 Thank you to all who joined us for the first day of #EuropeCooperates in Krakow, Poland! 🇵🇱 This morning, we kicked off our annual interregional cooperation forum with two plenary sessions. The Polish Undersecretary of State from the Ministerstwo Funduszy i Polityki Regionalnej, dr n. pr. Konrad Wojnarowski, spoke to our audience of European policymakers. 💡 In Krakow, we are celebrating 10 years of the Policy Learning Platform. During the plenary sessions, we delved into the various services that can support regions with their policy challenges. If you'd like to watch the recording, you can click here 👉 https://bit.ly/3EoR3gK In the afternoon, participants got to network, meet with experts and learn about our projects. They also participated in sessions about policy building. We look forward to joining the in-person participants tomorrow morning for the second day of cooperation. #InterregEurope #Interreg #CohesionPolicy

💻 Join us for the online edition of #EuropeCooperates from 9:55 to 12:40 CET! 🎥 We will be streaming the plenary sessions from Krakow, Poland. Learn about our Policy Learning Platform. Join here ➡️ https://bit.ly/3EoR3gK

🤝 Our third call project lead partners were in Krakow for our Lead partner seminar! 💡 Partners from these third call projects gathered in the Polish city for a day full of exchanges, learning and networking. In total, 113 projects were approved in our third call. Those who participated in our event had a chance to learn how to handle their project reporting, finances and communication. #Interreg #CohesionPolicy #InterregEurope

🇵🇱 The Interreg Europe team is looking forward to meeting up with you in two days for #EuropeCooperates in Krakow! 💬 We asked our colleagues who speak Polish for some tips on useful expressions to know. And remember, if you missed the in-person registration for our annual event, you can still sign up for the online edition 👉 https://bit.ly/3EoR3gK #InterregEurope #Interreg #CohesionPolicy

♻️ Tourism: a booming industry with a carbon challenge 🌍 Europe’s tourism sector is booming, with visitor numbers up 6% from 2019. But with the industry responsible for 8% of global emissions, regions are stepping up to make it more sustainable. 🚄 Greener travel: encouraging rail, cycling tourism & low-emission transport solutions 🏨 Sustainable stays: energy-efficient hotels, renewables & green certification schemes 💡 Smart policies: public authorities investing in eco-friendly mobility & accommodation See how regions are tackling the challenge with Interreg Europe projects! 🌱👉https://bit.ly/41SFurg

At Interreg Europe, we believe it’s important to be sustainable when organising events.   This year, we asked our colleagues how they are getting ready to be greener for our annual interregional cooperation forum, #EuropeCooperates.   Here’s what they said they are doing...   🌱 Going digital instead of printing out tons of paper 🌱 Drinking from a reusable water bottle 🌱 Taking the train instead of flying 🌱 Offering an online event for those who did not want to travel very far   In our programme manual, we have even updated the new version to offer some advice on how to best lead sustainable activities 👉 https://bit.ly/4iDrRly We look forward to seeing you soon in Krakow, or online! #Interreg #InterregEurope #CohesionPolicy

🚀 Bridging the funding gap for tech startups 💡 Tech-based startups, especially in deep tech, face high capital needs and risks that often deter private investors. Public sector support can play a crucial role in bridging this gap and fueling innovation in key fields like health, space tech, and green tech. Our latest policy brief by our Thematic Expert Schmerber Luc, explores how public investment funds and support for investment communities can drive equity funding for startups. It includes key insights, good practices, and the latest trends in venture capital and equity investment. 📥 Download now and share with your network! ⬇️ https://bit.ly/41EgGBQ #Innovation #Startups #EquityFunding

💡 Would you like to learn how #Interreg projects make a difference across Europe? 💪 You can now read stories highlighting the impact of Interreg projects. Each story is about a specific topic, ranging from climate change to digital technologies. #InterregEurope's project, CD-ETA, was recently featured! Here's what the project worked on: 🇸🇮 Slovenia's Gorenjska region is rich in cultural and natural heritage, but not everyone can easily access it. To change this, the BSC Kranj, Regional Development Agency of Gorenjska joined CD-ETA, exploring digital solutions for conserving and promoting heritage. 📖 The article, “Cultural and natural heritage in digital Slovenia”, was developed in collaboration with the Interreg IPA ADRION Programme. This story showcases how digital technology is helping to preserve and promote Slovenia’s cultural heritage 👉 https://bit.ly/41AlUPa

📢 Join us on 8 April for a webinar on festivals and pitching events as key drivers of startup investment! 🚀💡 Attracting private capital to early-stage tech startups is about more than just funding—it’s about building a thriving investment culture. Events like startup festivals, pitching competitions, and awards play a crucial role in connecting entrepreneurs with investors and fostering innovation. 🔎 What’s in store? ✅ Insights into how startup fairs boost regional startup ecosystems ✅ Good practices from Interreg Europe projects: Grab your seat now! 👉 https://bit.ly/3Dlk2ll #StartupInvestment #InnovationEcosystem #InterregEurope #PolicyLearning Business Riga