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
EU Design Day 2024
The 12th edition of EU Design Day will happen in Brussels on 17 September 2024, gathering key stakeholders from the design and creativity sectors for a networking opportunity with familiar and new
Previous Related ERRIN Working Group Meetings
Mission Soil: lessons learned and upcoming opportunities
ERRIN Bioeconomy WG is organising an in-person meeting on 10 June 2024 from 15:00 to 17:00 to take stock of the latest developments on the Soil Mission. This meeting aims to facilitate an in-
Policy & Smart Specialisation WGs meeting: Widening in FP10 and impact on cohesion policy post-2027
The topic of widening gathers high attention in the discussions around the next European Framework Programme for R&I, raising questions with the potential to influence not only the Widening sub-
Policy WG meeting: Role of EU Missions in FP10
ERRIN has been closely involved in the design and implementation of the EU Missions since their inception. Missions remain one of the network's priorities and were one of the four main areas of focus
WG Related Events
Innovative & Resilient Water Basin Management for Cities & Regions
This EU Green Week event will allow participants to learn directly from the rapporteur’s expert on the Committee of the Regions' water resilience opinion. This will be followed by water resilience case studies featuring technology and nature-based solutions from across Europe. The event will take place in Brussels on 31 May, 09:30-12:00.
Water4All boosting EU Water Resilience
Green Water Week Partner Event hosted by WaterCampus Leeuwarden and European Partnership Water4All. The event will take place in Brussels on 30 May, from 13:00-18:30.
Water4All Partnership - Green Week Partner Event 2024
In the frame of the Green Week, the Horizon Europe Partnership Water4All, together with the WaterCampus in Leeuwarden, organises an event to highlight the results of the first calls and highlight solutions for water resilience in cities and industries. The event will take place in Brussels on 30 May, 13:00 - 17:30.
Urban and sustainable water solutions: tackling key challenges in the Nordic capital regions
The Nordic capital regions of Copenhagen, Helsinki, Oslo and Stockholm are hosting a EU Green Week partner event on urban sustainable water solutions on 30 May from 10:00-12:00 at Rue Guimard 7, 1040 Brussels. The impact of climate change, pollution and challenges of management has put pressure on water resources all around Europe and is affecting the way of life for citizens. Join on 30 May to discuss how to tackle key challenges in sustainable water management.
Living Labs in EU Missions and Partnerships
ENoLL, the European Network of Living Labs, will hold an event on 'Living Labs in EU Missions and Partnerships', featuring expert speakers from the European Commission and successful Living Lab projects, to explore collaboration and synergies between Living Labs, innovation ecosystems connecting different stakeholders, and other EU initiatives, namely the EU Missions. The event will take place on 30 May.
Project Development Session on Mission Soil and Climate Adaptation calls
Following the Expression of Interest received on ERRIN's Project Development Tool, the Bioeconomy Working Group and the Climate Adaptation Task Force are hosting a project development session on the Mission Soil and Mission Adaptation calls. The session will take place online on Wednesday 29 May from 10:00 to 12:00 CEST.
WG Related Content
MIP4Adapt launched a new Funding and Financing Guide for adaptation measures
Serving as an informational gateway, the guide outlines various funding and financing options, including grants, public-private partnerships (PPPs), crowdfunding, and philanthropic funds. Each option is presented, highlighting the associated benefits to facilitate well-informed decision-making.
The first call of the Agroecology Partnership is now open
The Agroecology Partnership has officially launched its first call for proposals to fund transdisciplinary research and innovation (R&I) projects that address agroecological transition of conventional and organic agricultural systems. The deadline for pre-proposal is 26 April 2024, 14:00 CET.
Have your say on the scope of the Future KIC on Water, Marine and Maritime Sectors and Ecosystems
As presented in ERRIN's Blue Economy Working Group Meeting, the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) has launched a short survey on the future KIC on water, marine and maritime sectors and ecosystems. The survey closes on 26 February (23:59 CET time).
The CrAFt Cookbook: A Recipe for Climate-Positive Cities and Communities
This publication is CrAFt's contribution towards climate-positive cities and communities —less greenhouse gas emissions, better quality, for more people— with local collaboration at the core. The CrAFt Cookbook outlines seven stages for urban transformation inspired by the New European Bauhaus, covering everything from conceptualisation to execution, documentation, and replication. Each stage highlights key principles and joint strategies, with real-life examples from CrAFt Cities, to inspire any city’s initiatives.
ERRIN is looking for a Communications Assistant (traineeship)
ERRIN is looking for a Communications Assistant! This role is a perfect opportunity to gain first-hand experience in Research and Innovation and participate in the daily work of the organisation. The deadline to apply is 27 February.
Introducing ERRIN’s Project Development Tool: a gateway to your next project
ERRIN is excited to announce the launch of its new Project Development Tool, a significant game-changer in how ERRIN members and their stakeholders engage in project development activities. We encourage all members to log in, explore this tool and leverage it for their project development needs.
WG Documents
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 Silvia Ghiretti
Call for regions to join a project proposal on health risks caused by climate change (HORIZON-MISS-2023-CLIMA-01-03)
ERRIN is seeking expressions of interest from regions to join an existing consortium under the call "Testing and demonstrating transformative solutions to build resilience to health risks caused by the effects of climate change" (HORIZON-MISS-2023-CLIMA-01-03). Express your interest by Monday 31 July.
- By Silvia Ghiretti
Calls for Twinning Regions for a Project Proposal under HORIZON-MISS-2023-CLIMA-01-02
ERRIN is calling for expressions of interest from regions interested in joining a consortium under the call HORIZON-MISS-2023-CLIMA-01-02. Express your interest by Thursday 20 July.
- By Silvia Ghiretti
Call for Participation: European Citizens' Hackathon Championship
ERRIN is looking to support a project proposal for a tender on the European Citizens' Hackathon Championship, which aims to contribute to the objectives of the EU Missions, in particular the Climate-Neutral and Smart Cities Mission and the Adaptation to Climate Change Mission.
- By Agnieszka Wieczorek Jetha
ERRIN Spring AGM 2023 – taking stock of the EU Missions
ERRIN’s Spring Annual General Meeting (AGM) 2023 took place on 22 June this year. As always, it brought together the large and dynamic community of member regions and cities. Following the format part with the update from the network, the main focus was the EU Missions, approached in two policy debates, on the support and implementation frameworks in Adaptation, Ocean and Waters and Soil Missions, and the governance innovation and the perspective on Cities and the Cancer Missions.
- By Cecilie Lindstrom
North Denmark EU Office is looking to form a consortium for Mission Soil Call
North Denmark EU Office looking to form a consortium for Mission Soil Call: Back to Earth. The project aims to increase soil literacy by bringing together multiple actors in a network through innovative, creative, and artistic means of communication. Deadline for EoI: 15 July.
- By Gianpiero Petruzziello
Horizon Europe Cluster 6 - Info Day
The Horizon Europe Cluster 6 (Food, Bioeconomy, Natural resources, Agriculture and Environment) Info days about the Work Programme 2024 will be taking place on 27 - 28 September 2023. The aim of this hybrid event is to promote funding opportunities and explain the call topics under the 2024 Work programme. A physical brokerage event will be organised on 26 September 2023 in the Charlemagne building of the European Commission.