Turku-Southwest Finland European Office (Turku EU Office) represents City of Turku and Regional Council of Southwest Finland bringing together all 27 municipalities in the region. Our focus areas are: Blue Growth (maritime industry, Baltic Sea), Green transition (climate, energy, circular economy, mobility), Smart transformation (digitalisation and smart urban solutions).
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rue du Luxembourg 3
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Smart specialisation focus areas in Southwest Finland are:
1) Blue growth and industrial modernisation,
2) Innovative Food Chains,
3) Life sciences and Health technology
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- By Gaia Ialisa Marotta
Why ecosystem building matters for Climate Adaptation? Lessons from RESIST
The RESIST Community of Interest brought together regions and Mission projects to discuss how local ecosystems can drive climate resilience. Southwest Finland and Central Portugal shared concrete experiences on co-designing adaptation solutions with communities, while Pathways2Resilience and REGILIENCE presented tools and opportunities that all regions can use, even if not directly funded. The session highlighted that effective climate adaptation relies on long-term collaboration, stakeholder engagement, and accessible methodologies that help regions turn strategies into action.
- By Essi Virtanen
Turku University of Applied Sciences searching for Horizon Europe 2026-2027 partners on wide range of topics
Turku University of Applied Sciences is searching for Horizon Europe 2026-2027 partners on wide range of topics and welcome the opportunity to discuss potential project ideas and consortium building.
- By Astrid Hannes
Blue Action Banos: a new project empowering Communities to Restore our Ocean and Waters
The BlueActionBANOS project, putting local communities at the heart of ocean restoration, has been kicked off. By providing cascade funding, expert guidance and hands-on support, the project will empower communities across the Baltic and North Sea region in implementing innovative solutions that address pollution, restore ecosystems, and accelerate the transition to a carbon-neutral and circular blue economy.
- By Gianpiero Petruzziello
ERRIN response to the Circular Economy Act Consultation
On 5 November, ERRIN submitted its response to the European Commission’s consultation on the upcoming EU Circular Economy Act. Building on ERRIN’s extensive network of regional and local innovation ecosystems, this input paper captures the insights and expertise of leading European regional and local authorities at the forefront of advancing circular economy solutions.
- By Ana Nava
Water Resilience Strategy and related opportunities for ERRIN members
This article summarises ERRIN's Blue Economy meeting on 7 October, where the European Commission’s Water Resilience Strategy (WRS) was presented. The article also highlights open calls for proposals and upcoming events related to the WRS, the ongoing CO-WATERS Co-Create your Support survey and BlueActionBanos future funding opportunities.
- By Gaia Ialisa Marotta
RESIST Transfer Plan: Southwest Finland to Normandy, Eastern Macedonia & Thrace and Zemgale
This deliverable outlines how Southwest Finland, a leader in implementing NbS, is transferring its expertise to Normandy and Eastern Macedonia & Thrace. The plan covers knowledge-sharing strategies, potential barriers and resources needed for implementation. From cost-benefit analyses to stakeholder engagement and practical tools like raingarden catalogues, this document is a roadmap for regions aiming to integrate NbS effectively into their urban planning and climate resilience efforts.