Introduction to the project
The Pathways2Resilence project will empower at least 100 regions and communities across Europe to co-design pathways and innovation agendas to become climate resilient by 2030. The five year EU funded project, coordinated by EIT Climate KIC and with 14 partners, will contribute to the implementation of the Mission on Adaptation to Climate Change, proposing a systemic innovation and capability-driven approach to strengthening climate resilience more efficiently across regions, communities, and their ecosystems.
Project in Action
The Pathways2Resilience project will allocate €21M across 100 regions and communities via two open call cycles to support the development of their resilience pathways and innovation agendas. The project will develop a Regional Resilience Journey framework and increase knowledge on adaptation options across different innovation areas, with the aim to equip regions and communities to develop climate resilience pathways and connected innovation agendas that are tailor-made to local challenges and needs. To achieve this, the initiative will foster cross-regional learning, collaboration, mentoring and capacity building. Locally-led Innovation Practice Groups engaging regions, local practitioners and citizens groups and a climate finance lab will contribute to increase knowledge on existing innovative adaptation solutions and promote access to adaptation finance.
ERRIN's Role
ERRIN is leading the work on mobilising regions and communities for the activities of the Pathways2Resilience project, notably the two calls for proposals that will be launched and managed by the project. Additionally, ERRIN will foster multi-level governance by creating links with national level adaptation initiatives and support structures linked to the Adaptation Mission, while also supporting stakeholder engagement on the local level. ERRIN will support the project's outreach and communication activities, especially towards EU level networks, institutions and initiatives.
Latest Updates
- By Silvia Ghiretti
The European Commission publishes the EU Missions mid-term assessment
On 14 September, the European Commission published its mid-term assessment of the EU Missions, highlighting progress across all five Missions and recognising the mission-oriented approach as an effective model for addressing complex societal challenges. For ERRIN, the assessment reinforces the case for maintaining and strengthening the Missions in the next EU long-term budget, while ensuring that the next phase is better equipped to translate research and innovation into deployment, scale-up and territorial impact.
- By Ana Nava
ERRIN submits input to the Water Resilience R&I Strategy consultation
ERRIN has submitted a response to the EC's Call for Evidence on the Water Resilience Research and Innovation Strategy. The response focuses on the central role of local and regional authorities in achieving water resilience. This input will be presented at a members' meeting on Thursday 24 September at 14:00 CEST, at ERRIN's Brussels office. The session will include an exchange with a representative of the Mission Ocean and Waters Secretariat.
- By Zoé Thomazeau
Discover ERRIN's autumn 2026 activities
ERRIN’s revised Annual Plans for 2026 are now available, outlining the upcoming activities, priorities and opportunities for engagement across ERRIN’s Working Groups for the remainder of the year. Each year, ERRIN’s member-led Working Groups develop Annual Plans that set out their strategic priorities, planned activities and key objectives. Shaped by members’ feedback and expertise, these plans ensure that ERRIN’s work remains closely connected to the needs and priorities of its regional and local innovation ecosystems.
- By Gaia Ialisa Marotta
EU Mission on Adaptation publishes 2025/26 Activity Report, highlighting growing regional engagement and 65 funded projects
The EU Mission on Adaptation has published its latest Activity Report and updated Projects Catalogue, highlighting the increasing involvement of regional and local authorities in climate adaptation efforts across Europe. The catalogue features 65 Mission-funded projects, including ERRIN partner projects P2R, RESIST and AdaptationHubs.
- By Dubravka Jurišić
Join ERRIN, our members and the wider NEB community at the New European Bauhaus Festival 2026!
Between 9–13 June, the third edition of the NEB Festival will take place in Brussels, with satellite events bringing the initiative to local communities across Europe. ERRIN and its members will actively contribute to the Festival through participation in the Fair and several satellite events, including the 14th edition of the EU Design Day. Discover all opportunities and join us on the occassion!
- By Silvia Ghiretti
ERRIN paper highlights the strategic role of EU Missions and mission-oriented approach in the next EU long-term budget
ERRIN has published a new paper on the future of EU Missions and mission-oriented approach in the next Multiannual Financial Framework, complementing its proposed amendments to FP10 and the European Competitiveness Fund. Drawing on regional and local examples, the paper highlights the tangible impacts of Missions in addressing societal challenges and strengthening Europe’s competitiveness.