Working Group Leaders
Representatives of Brussels-based offices leading the work of the Climate Adaptation and Resilience Working Group
EU Mission on Adaptation to Climate Change
The Climate Adaptation and Resilience WG builds on previous ERRIN's work around the EU Mission on Adaptation. ERRIN has followed the Mission closely and contributed to its shaping and implementation through the development of input papers, organisation of events and discussions with the Mission Secretariat. ERRIN became a Friend of the Mission in 2022, alongside 130 of its member cities and regions, and provided input on the Mission Charter
Climate Adaptation and Resilience Working Group
The Climate Adaptation and Resilience Working Group drives and structures ERRIN's work on Mission Adaptation - building on ERRIN’s previous activities whilst engaging members in current opportunities and activities under the Mission. Further, the Working Group supports in steering the work of ERRIN's Mission Adaptation projects, while also addressing topics relevant to the local and regional implementation of the Mission.
ERRIN Contact
Future Related ERRIN Working Group Meetings
Save the date: Satellite event of the NEB Festival: the Local Pathway towards NEB Chapter
During the NEB Festival week of June 9–13 in Brussels, the Satellite event will showcase practical applications and insightful perspectives on the New European Bauhaus in promoting the sustainable
Previous Related ERRIN Working Group Meetings
The EU Missions and the mission-oriented approach in the next MFF
With the Horizon Europe (FP10) and European Competitiveness Fund (ECF) proposals currently under discussion at the European Parliament and the Council, ERRIN will hold a meeting focusing on the
From Policy to Practice: Regions at the Heart of Europe’s Bioeconomy and Biotech Innovation
ERRIN’s Bioeconomy Working Group is organising an in-person meeting on 16 April 2026 at 10:00 to discuss the updated EU Bioeconomy Strategy and its implications for regional and local authorities.
Skills for Competitiveness: how to address skills shortages in Europe’s regions?
Skills for competitivenessOne of the objectives of the European Competitiveness Fund is to address critical skills shortages to all kinds of quality jobs in strategic sectors, through both horizontal
WG Related Events
Annual I3 Instrument Forum 2026 - save the date
Save the date for the Annual I3 Instrument Forum 2026, which will take place this year on 1 October in Brussels, bringing together the I3 community to showcase project results, strengthen interregional value chains and discuss the future of the Instrument within Cohesion Policy. Registrations will open in spring 2026.
Save the date: Satellite event of the NEB Festival: the Local Pathway towards NEB Chapter
During the Neb Festival week of June 9–13 in Brussels, the Satellite event will showcase practical applications and insightful perspectives on the New European Bauhaus in promoting the sustainable revitalisation of urban communities and villages.
Towards a Blue MFF: ERRIN in the SBEP High-Level Workshop at European Maritime Day 2026
SBEP will host a high-level workshop at European Maritime Day 2026 on how the next MFF can better support Europe's ocean ambitions, with a focus on embedding ocean priorities in National and Regional Partnership Plans and aligning FP10 and ECF with the European Ocean Pact. ERRIN will be represented by Søren Heinecke (co-leader of the Blue Economy Working Group), bringing the regional perspective to discussions on NRPPs and Ocean Pact implementation.
2026 Cleantech Conference: Advancing Europe’s leadership through transformative decarbonisation
On 19 May 2026, CINEA and the European Commission (DG CLIMA) are organising the 2026 Cleantech Conference: 'Advancing Europe’s leadership through transformative decarbonisation'. The event will take place in Brussels and online.
Bridging circular value chains for permanent magnets
The 'Bridging Circular Value Chains for Permanent Magnets' event will unite European policymakers, industry experts, researchers and EU-funded projects to advance sustainable and circular value chains for rare earth and permanent magnets. Organised under the SICAPERMA (I3) project and in collaboration with PERMANENT (Horizon Europe) and REMHub, it seeks to enhance interregional cooperation and promote resilient, strategically autonomous European magnet value chains.
Webinar on EU energy policy and Horizon Europe: Outlook for the future
The GREENET network is hosting a webinar for stakeholders interested in Horizon Europe Cluster 5 (Climate, Energy and Mobility). The session will cover upcoming EU energy policies, the future Horizon Europe programme and the European Competitiveness Fund, as well as the future of European Partnerships, followed by a Q&A.
WG Related Content
Skills for Societal Resilience — A European CoVE Initiative for Civil Preparedness
Gothenburg is looking for partners to join a proposal for the ERASMUS-EDU-2026-PEX-COVE call. Partner organisations may include regional development agencies, business support organisations, VET providers, industry associations and public authorities active in the field of skills and education.
Join the SOILL Working Groups
SOILL Stepup, project in which ERRIN is a partner, has launched three Working Groups to provide a dedicated space for knowledge exchange among Mission Soil Living Labs and local ecosystems, with the aim of advancing soil health at the territorial level. Interested individuals can join the Working Groups and participate to the peer-learning activities.
M067 – Vision of an Eco-Cooperative, Inclusive, Accessible Smart City
In the framework of the 4th Call of the European Urban Initiative, Aquarius Sas is looking for a city to replicate the framework that the project will develop as part of their Eco-Cooperative, Inclusive, Accessible Smart City concept. The approach is based on the principles of slow mobility, universal accessibility, social inclusion, and energy efficiency, enhancing the role of public space as an enabling infrastructure for advanced and sustainable services.
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.
European Week of Regions and Cities 2026: Applications open
The call for session proposals for the European Week of Regions and Cities (EURegionsWeek) 2026 is officially open. This annual flagship event, organised by the European Committee of the Regions and the European Commission, offers regional and local authorities a unique platform to engage with European policymakers, share good practices and contribute to the broader debate on Cohesion Policy and regional development.
European Ocean Days 2026: Preparing for Research & Innovation Strategies
The European Ocean Days hosted two key stakeholder consultations on the Ocean and the Water Resilience R&I Strategies. Key themes included the source-to-sea approach, place-based innovation and multi-level governance. ERRIN's Blue Economy Working Group is closely following both processes and is considering a joint regional response. Interested members are encouraged to start preparing to actively engage in this process.
WG Documents
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…
ERRIN contributes to EU consultation on climate resilience and risk management
ERRIN has submitted a response to the European Commission’s consultation on the forthcoming European Climate Resilience and Risk Management initiative.
Shaping the future EU Agenda for Cities – ERRIN’s key messages
As Europe advances its Green Deal and sets its sights on competitiveness and the next Multiannual Financial Framework, cities, urban areas and metropolitan regions must be at the heart of the transformation. Building on the network’s long-standing expertise and recent input papers, ERRIN contributed to the call for evidence launched by the European Commission on the future EU Agenda for Cities.
ERRIN’s 10 key messages towards the next Multiannual Financial Framework
At this pivotal time for Europe, with the Commission's proposals for the next Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) and the Framework Programme for Research and Innovation (FP10) getting closer, European Regions Research and Innovation Network (ERRIN) is pleased to provide inputs on how the EU can create the right conditions for R&I to thrive for a competitive Europe post-2027. Drawing our comprehensive paper series 'Towards the 10th Framework Programme', with insights gathered from the 120 regional ecosystems that ERRIN brings together, ERRIN has put together 10 key messages on the…
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.
RESIST Transfer Plan: Central Denmark, Blekinge, Zemgale and Vesterålen
A strategic guide for climate solution transfers from Central Denmark to its twinning regions. This plan details how advanced tools like IoT groundwater loggers, decision-support tools for climate adaptation and XR simulations for stakeholder involvement will be adopted in Blekinge, Zemgale and Vesterålen. The document highlights practical steps, challenges and expected impacts, offering a blueprint for regions interested in digital and data-driven approaches to climate resilience.
Latest Updates
- By Paul Brunet
MFF: Supporting ERRIN in mapping regional and local investment needs under the future European Competitiveness Fund (ECF)
ERRIN invites its members to contribute to identifying investment needs within the scope of the future European Competitiveness Fund (ECF). This input will support the network’s advocacy efforts in the context of ongoing discussions on the ECF. The attached Excel spreadsheet aims to collect input from regions and local authorities on your investment needs for the development and deployment of technologies to strengthen the EU’s competitiveness. The objective is to build a consolidated overview of overall investment requirements, including, where possible, a breakdown by technology area.
- By Anonymous
Skills for Societal Resilience — A European CoVE Initiative for Civil Preparedness
Gothenburg is looking for partners to join a proposal for the ERASMUS-EDU-2026-PEX-COVE call. Partner organisations may include regional development agencies, business support organisations, VET providers, industry associations and public authorities active in the field of skills and education.
- By Gianpiero Petruzziello
Join the SOILL Working Groups
SOILL Stepup, project in which ERRIN is a partner, has launched three Working Groups to provide a dedicated space for knowledge exchange among Mission Soil Living Labs and local ecosystems, with the aim of advancing soil health at the territorial level. Interested individuals can join the Working Groups and participate to the peer-learning activities.
- By Anonymous
M067 – Vision of an Eco-Cooperative, Inclusive, Accessible Smart City
In the framework of the 4th Call of the European Urban Initiative, Aquarius Sas is looking for a city to replicate the framework that the project will develop as part of their Eco-Cooperative, Inclusive, Accessible Smart City concept. The approach is based on the principles of slow mobility, universal accessibility, social inclusion, and energy efficiency, enhancing the role of public space as an enabling infrastructure for advanced and sustainable services.
- 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.
- By Ana Nava
European Week of Regions and Cities 2026: Applications open
The call for session proposals for the European Week of Regions and Cities (EURegionsWeek) 2026 is officially open. This annual flagship event, organised by the European Committee of the Regions and the European Commission, offers regional and local authorities a unique platform to engage with European policymakers, share good practices and contribute to the broader debate on Cohesion Policy and regional development.