Task Force Leaders
Representatives of Brussels-based offices leading the work of the Climate Adaptation Taskforce.
EU Mission on Adaptation to Climate Change
The Climate Adaptation Task Force 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
Adaptation Task Force
The Climate Adaptation Task Force 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 Task Force 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
Cultural Heritage and Tourism WG: Combatting climate change for protecting cultural heritage
Climate change is one of the most urgent and significant threats facing cultural heritage globally today, with the negative impacts of climate change impacting on the structural integrity of cultural
Blue economy WG: The Water Resilience Strategy
According to the European Environmental Agency’s recent reports, water is one of the biggest threats for Europe. Countries are already experiencing drought, water scarcity and increasingly severe
Blue economy WG: Revitalising our seas and waters: how to address nutrient run-offs?
Nutrient runoff from terrestrial and agricultural grounds poses a severe threat to aquatic ecosystems all over Europe. Excessive amounts of phosphorus and nitrogen flowing into water bodies lead to
Previous Related ERRIN Working Group Meetings
Update of the EU Bioeconomy Strategy - Bioeconomy WG meeting
ERRIN’s Bioeconomy Working Group is organising an in-person meeting on 14 March 2025 from 9:30 to 12:00 to discuss the upcoming update of the EU Bioeconomy Strategy and its implications for European
ERRIN’S Blue Economy Get Together
Set sail for new connections at our Blue Economy networking event! ERRIN’s Blue Economy Working Group is delighted to invite you for an evening of networking to mark the opening of the European
ERRIN Natural Resources and Adaptation Cluster kick-off meeting
ERRIN Natural Resources and Adaptation Cluster is organising its kick-off meeting on 3 February from 14:30 to 17:00 (with networking drinks afterwards). This informal and interactive meeting will
WG Related Events
Blue economy WG: The Competitiveness in Europe’s Maritime Industry
This event shall look into the potential of a sustainable blue economy to contribute to growth and jobs in the EU. It will discuss which sectors will be particularly crucial to ensure the EU’s competitiveness (from maritime transport to offshore energy and blue biotechnology), how innovation (such as advanced materials or AI) will be changing the sector and how this development can be supported at EU level.
Blue economy WG: Revitalising our seas and waters: how to address nutrient run-offs?
Nutrient runoff from terrestrial and agricultural grounds poses a severe threat to aquatic ecosystems all over Europe. This meeting will provide a brief overview of the challenges, dive into how to approach the issues through policies like the Nature Restoration Law and present number of regional examples which will explore innovative approaches and practical measures to tackle this issue.
Cities Forum 2025 in Krakow: collecting ideas for the development of the EU policy agenda for cities
The Cities Forum, the European Commission’s flagship event on the urban dimension of the EU Cohesion Policy, is back from 17 to 19 June 2025 in Kraków, Poland.
European Sustainable Energy Week (EUSEW) 2025
European Sustainable Energy Week 2025 - EU’s largest annual event on renewables and energy efficiency - will take place on 10-12 June 2025 in Brussels and online.
Blue economy WG: The Water Resilience Strategy
The European Commission will propose a new European Water Resilience Strategy to ensure sources are effectively managed, scarcity is addressed, that the competitiveness of water industry and a circular economy approach are fostered. The Blue Economy Working Group offers to organise an event that will cover this initiative of the EC Work Programme.
'Cluster meets Regions' Conference: 3-4 June 2025 in Rzeszów (PL)
The Clusters Meet Regions event in Rzeszów, Poland will take place on 3-4 June 2025, hosted by the Local Government of the Podkarpackie Region in collaboration with the European Cluster Collaboration Platform (ECCP) on behalf of the European Commission. This event is part of the broader Clusters Meet Regions series, which aims to strengthen the role of clusters in regional economic development by fostering collaboration between clusters, policymakers, businesses and research institutions.
WG Related Content
Clim’int(f)ox: Fighting disinformation regarding climate change
KuriOz is looking for a similar organisation in another European country to join forces on an Erasmus+ KA2 Youth Small-scale Partnership focussinf on fighting misinformation about climate change. The project will aim to equip European educators to carry out educational activities on the causes and systemic consequences of climate change by identifying, deciphering and deconstructing climate sceptic discourse.
Seeking coordinator/consortium HORIZON-CL6-2025-01-ZEROPOLLUTION-07: Reducing pollution from the food and drink industries (IA)
NIVA, together with the representative of a food industry and a local municipality, is looking for potential consortium to join/build. The industry partner is an eager representative of the chicken production/processing sector, who is forward-thinking and at the same time has issues with wastewater management which could be utilized as a test site to determine BAT that the call requires.
Digital transition for climate change adaptation: RESIST project sharing solutions
The RESIST project organised a webinar on digital transition in climate change adaptation. The webinar presented a novel combination of digital technologies for climate change adaptation objectives and marked the launch of the RESIST Community of Interest.
Enhance New European Bauhaus Call for Partners 2025
The Enhance NEB 2025 call supports Connect NEB and Co-create NEB projects in scaling up their impact or expanding to new locations while promoting sustainability, aesthetics and inclusion. Applications are open to EIT Community NEB partners and are due by 22 April 2025.
Clean Industrial Deal: A new European roadmap for competitiveness and decarbonisation
On 26 February, the European Commission launched the Clean Industrial Deal, a major initiative aimed at strengthening European industry by combining climate action with competitiveness. This ambitious roadmap addresses critical challenges such as high energy costs, global competition and the need for industrial decarbonisation, setting out a clear trajectory for sustainable and resilient production across Europe.
Horizon Europe Info Days 2025
The European Commission announced the dates of the upcoming Horizon Europe Info Days about the 2025 call for proposals. The Horizon Europe info days give prospective applicants and other stakeholders of EU research and innovation the opportunity to get information and ask questions about the main funding instruments ans processes of Horizon Europe.
WG Documents
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.
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.
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.
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.
ERRIN Year in review 2022
The ERRIN Year in review 2022 is out! Read the report to see the numerous activities ERRIN and its members have been involved in throughout the year.
Latest Updates
- By Inès Moualil
Call for local/regional examples to present at the European Committee of the Regions Plenary on 3 April
The European Committee of the Regions is looking for 2-3 examples of local-level initiatives that contribute to marine spatial planning and/or build resilience in EU coastal communities against climate and environmental risks.
- By Sarah Clugnac-Pavlovic
Clim’int(f)ox: Fighting disinformation regarding climate change
KuriOz is looking for a similar organisation in another European country to join forces on an Erasmus+ KA2 Youth Small-scale Partnership focussinf on fighting misinformation about climate change. The project will aim to equip European educators to carry out educational activities on the causes and systemic consequences of climate change by identifying, deciphering and deconstructing climate sceptic discourse.
- By Sindre Langaas
Seeking coordinator/consortium HORIZON-CL6-2025-01-ZEROPOLLUTION-07: Reducing pollution from the food and drink industries (IA)
NIVA, together with the representative of a food industry and a local municipality, is looking for potential consortium to join/build. The industry partner is an eager representative of the chicken production/processing sector, who is forward-thinking and at the same time has issues with wastewater management which could be utilized as a test site to determine BAT that the call requires.
- By Agnieszka Wieczorek Jetha
Digital transition for climate change adaptation: RESIST project sharing solutions
The RESIST project organised a webinar on digital transition in climate change adaptation. The webinar presented a novel combination of digital technologies for climate change adaptation objectives and marked the launch of the RESIST Community of Interest.
- By Zoé Thomazeau
Enhance New European Bauhaus Call for Partners 2025
The Enhance NEB 2025 call supports Connect NEB and Co-create NEB projects in scaling up their impact or expanding to new locations while promoting sustainability, aesthetics and inclusion. Applications are open to EIT Community NEB partners and are due by 22 April 2025.
- By Zoé Thomazeau
Call for regional examples combatting climate change for protecting cultural heritage
For its first meeting of the 2025, the Cultural Heritage and Tourism Working Group is calling ERRIN members for good local and regional examples of fighting climate change in the field of cultural heritage. The examples will be presented at the WG meeting taking place in person on 30 April 2025, 10:00-12:00 at the ERRIN Office.