The Oslo Region European Office is a member organisation serving 17 members; counties, municipalities and universities in the capital region of Norway. Our mission is to create and develop new opportunities for our members by increasing knowledge, participation and visibility in European processes. We focus our work on areas related to the green transition (Energy, Climate, Circular Economy, Mobility and Bioeconomy) and inclusive societies (Health, Culture, Education, Youth, Social Inclusion). On behalf of our members, we are interested in EU funding for projects related to several specific challenges in the above-mentioned areas. The Oslo Region European Office does not take part directly in projects with EU funding, but plays a supportive role for our members by providing a platform for contact and bringing ideas to our members from the European policy-making cycle.
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Strategic R&I Projects
BOOST - Building social and emotional skills to BOOST mental health resilience in children and young people in Europe
BOOST is the result of a cooperative effort between different stakeholders in the field of health research, dissemination, education, and policy making. Through the development of an innovative approach, it aims to promote mental health and well-being.
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MOVE21: European cities lead transition to zero-emission transport in urban areas
MOVE21, will help participating cities achieve a 30% reduction of transport-related emissions by 2030 via the implementation of 15 transport-related innovations. The project is coordinated by the City of Oslo.
The art of learning
The main objective of The Art of Learning for STEAM project (AoL4STEAM), is to further develop, implement and assess the innovative and creative approach in schools and classrooms, to develop children’s executive functions.
DIRTT PROJECT – THE PATH TO SUSTAINABLE MOUNTAIN BIKE TRAILS IN EUROPE
The aim is to develop trail building guidelines with an educational framework addressing the needs of professionals and volunteers in the sectors of trail planning, design, construction, maintenance and management.
Working Group Leaders
Latest Updates
- By Astrid Hannes
New report: Circular Cities and Regions Pilot Solutions: Insights, impacts, and replication paths
From 2023 until 2025, the Circular Cities and Regions Initiative has supported 12 European cities and regions to test what it really takes to turn circular economy ambition into practical, local and systemic solutions. Their examples in developing Circular Systemic Solutions (CSS) across various sectors and focus priorities, form the foundation of this booklet. This compilation brings together the insights and solutions developed through the CCRI Pilot programme between January 2023 and October 2025. It highlights not only what the Pilots achieved, but how they did it: the partnerships they built, the barriers they faced, the tools they used and developed, and the lessons that can help others accelerate their own transitions.
- By Astrid Hannes
Get inspired by success stories of the Circular Cities and Regions Initiative
During an online webinar on 11 December, 12 success stories of regions and cities that piloted circular systemic solutions in their territories with support of the Circular Cities and Regions initiatives were presented. We encourage ERRIN members to check the recordings of this webinar, as the lessons learned and experiences shared can inspire other local and regional authorities to launch new local and regional circular initiatives across Europe.
- By Kyle Galea
ERRIN contributes to Committee of the Regions' consultation on AI Continent Action Plan
ERRIN has published its response to the Committee of the Regions’ consultation on the AI Continent Action Plan, consolidating input from members on the role of local authorities in driving AI uptake. The document highlights regional best practices, calls for federated data models, harmonised legal frameworks and reinforced investment to build a citizen-centred and sustainable AI ecosystem across Europe.
- By Astrid Hannes
Call for regional practices of cooperation models strengthening the place-based dimension of the regional innovation ecosystems
For its next meeting on the 4th generation universities taking place on 2 October, the SEFS Working Group leaders are calling ERRIN members to express their interest for presenting their regional practices of cooperation models strengthening the place-based dimension of the regional innovation ecosystems. Models adopted by both regional authorities and universities are of interest. Deadline for sending expressions of interest in is 11 September EOB.
- 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 Astrid Hannes
Towards a Union of Skills: regions weigh in
On June 25, ERRIN's Science and Education for Society Working Group brought the regional perspective to Brussels during an insightful exchange with the Cabinet of Executive Vice-President Roxana Mînzatu, focused on the Union of Skills initiative. ERRIN is committed to skills development and calls for reinforcing the place-based dimension in the roll-out of the Union of Skills, recognising territorial diversity of skills challenges across all regional ecosystems in Europe.