ADRAL (Agência de Desenvolvimento Regional do Alentejo) is a Portuguese regional development agency established in 1998 to promote the economic and social growth of the Alentejo region. It acts as a bridge between public and private sectors, fostering collaboration and attracting investment. The agency's current priorities include repositioning itself as a key player in regional development, focusing on strategic areas like business creation, innovation, and attracting national and international investment. The ADRAL also emphasizes establishing partnerships and networks, knowledge building, and ensuring financial sustainability. The agency represents a wide range of stakeholders, including public entities, associations, private businesses, and the scientific and technological community, making it a crucial driving force for progress in the Alentejo region.
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S3 Strategy
Alentejo's Smart Specialisation Strategy (S3) for 2030, or EREI2030, is built on the foundation of the region's unique assets and the lessons learned from the previous strategy. It aims to foster innovation-led growth and address the region's specific challenges. The strategy focuses on three key objectives: enhancing territorial sustainability and cohesion, strengthening regional value chains, and improving the skills of the regional workforce. It prioritizes domains such as sustainable bioeconomy, sustainable energy, mobility and logistics, tourism and hospitality services, cultural and creative ecosystems, and social innovation and citizenship. The strategy emphasizes a collaborative governance model and a robust monitoring and evaluation system to ensure its effective implementation and measurable impact on the region's development.
Strategic R&I Projects
Mosaic
MOSAIC project analyzes the factors influencing land use decisions across various levels and the awareness of environmental issues among decision-makers. It will model future land use scenarios, including displacement effects, to inform policymaking.
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Allon I3: Alliance on Interregional Innovation Investments
The project aims to increase the capacity of regional innovation ecosystems in less developed regions to collaborate in EU value chains, by fostering collaboration between different regions, facilitating interregional cooperation.
H2tALENT
H2tALENT is a green hydrogen pilot project in Alentejo, Portugal. It targets 2.1 GW electrolysis capacity, producing 180 thousand tons/year of green hydrogen, creating 5000 jobs and utilizing the Port of Sines for distribution.
Latest Updates
- By Astrid Hannes
The Union of Skills: why the regional dimension matters?
On 25 June, ERRIN's Science and Education for Society (SEFS WG) Working Group held a fruitful exchange with the cabinet of Vice-President Mînzatu, highlighting the importance of the regional dimension in the implementation of the Union of Skills. ERRIN has now expressed its interest in bringing the regional perspective into the High-Level Governance Board of the Union of Skills.
- By Gaia Ialisa Marotta
RESIST - Regions' Needs Assessment
This document is an essential resource for understanding the specific climate adaptation challenges and needs of the twelve RESIST regions. It provides a comprehensive analysis of each region’s starting point, helping tailor innovative solutions to their unique vulnerabilities. With a strong focus on Nature-based Solutions (NbS), digital tools and inclusive, participatory decision-making, this assessment lays the groundwork for impactful and scalable climate adaptation efforts. A must-read for regional stakeholders seeking to refine their strategies with data-driven insights.
- By Astrid Hannes
Towards a European observatory for cultural heritage skills, training and education
The CHARTER European Skills Alliance for Cultural Heritage has now published a feasibility study for establishing a European wide Observatory containing data on cultural heritage skills, training and education. This study reconfirms the need expressed by key stakeholders of the heritage sector for a coordinated initiative for improving the skills intelligence for the sector allowing forecasting for skills needs. Among the experts interviewed, feature ERRIN members of the Basque Country, Tuscany Region, Emilia Romagna and Scotland, which have been pioneering with skills policies and skills intelligence for cultural heritage.
- By Gaia Ialisa Marotta
RESIST Transfer Plan: Central Portugal, Extremadura and Baixo Alentejo
This document details how Central Portugal is sharing its innovative Integrated Areas for Landscape Management (AIGP) solution with Extremadura and Baixo Alentejo. Designed to improve forest and land management, the plan emphasises wildfire prevention, sustainable land use, and economic resilience. It outlines stakeholder engagement strategies, business model innovations, and adaptation techniques that can be scaled across regions facing similar climate threats. A must-read for those tackling wildfire risks and sustainable landscape management.
- By Gaia Ialisa Marotta
RESIST Transfer Plan: Catalonia, Baixo Alentejo and Puglia
This deliverable presents the knowledge transfer from Catalonia to Baixo Alentejo and Puglia, focusing on cutting-edge climate adaptation solutions. Key highlights include the Argos Early-Warning System for extreme weather events, citizen engagement tools for climate risks, and site-specific warning systems. The plan provides an actionable framework for integrating these solutions and addressing challenges, resource needs, and implementation timelines. A valuable guide for regions aiming to enhance climate preparedness and community engagement.
- By Gaia Ialisa Marotta
RESIST Project Paves the Way for Climate Adaptation with Finalised Transfer Plans
The RESIST project has taken a significant step forward in supporting twelve regions across the European Union in their mission to build resilience against the impacts of climate change. After extensive collaboration and development, the 12 regions have finalised their Transfer Plans, marking a crucial milestone in ensuring the successful transfer and implementation of innovative climate adaptation solutions.