Working Group Leaders
Representatives of Brussels-based offices leading the work of Blue Growth Working Group.
Blue Economy
The Working Group focuses on the blue economy, covering research, innovation and policy initiatives in marine, maritime and water systems with the intention to support members´ activities within these fields. Sustainability, economic development, climate adaptation and digital challenges related to the ocean, seas and water sectors are key issues for the Working Group. The group aims to foster participation in European funding programmes and initiatives and to build partnerships between members.
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Future Related ERRIN Working Group Meetings
The Nature Restoration Law: restoration of marine and freshwater ecosystems
With the Nature Restoration Law adopted this year by all EU Member States, the coming year will mark the start of early stages of implementation. Many of the law's objectives pertain to marine
Previous Related ERRIN Working Group Meetings
Sustainable Food Systems: Funding instruments and upcoming opportunities for regional and local authorities
The Bioeconomy Working Group is organising an in-person information session on the funding instruments and collaboration opportunities offered at the European level on Sustainable Food Systems. The
SEFS Working Group meeting: Unlocking potential, regional perspectives on knowledge valorisation
In the 2022 Council Recommendation, knowledge valorisation is referred to as the process of creating social and economic value from knowledge by linking different areas and sectors and by
Visit to the BIGH Aquaponic Farm in Brussels
ERRIN’s Natural Resources and Food Cluster, through its Blue Economy and Bioeconomy WGs, is organising a joint site visit to the BIGH Aquaponic Farm in Brussels on Friday 20 September from 14:00 to
WG Related Events
European Mission Soil Week 2024
The Horizon Europe Mission ‘A Soil Deal for Europe’ (Mission Soil) will hold the second edition of the European Mission Soil Week on 12-13 November 2024 in Brussels, Belgium. The European Mission Soil Week is an annual event designed as a major European gathering that brings together the European soil community.
UAS4EUROPE and ERRIN Horizon Europe Capacity Building Workshop
UAS4Europe and ERRIN are co-organising a ‘Horizon Europe Capacity-Building Workshop’ on 6-7 November 2024 in Brussels. The workshop is specifically designed to support newcomers to the Horizon Europe Programme coming from regional ecosystems, including universities of applied sciences, policy-makers, and public administrations.
ERRIN@lunchtime: Demand-driven innovation approaches for regional competitiveness
The ERRIN Secretariat is pleased to invite you to the upcoming ERRIN@lunchtime session, which will take place in person on 21 October from 12:30-14:00. The first event in this new format will focus on how demand-driven approaches can increase the impact of innovation on regional competitiveness. The aim is to informally exchange knowledge and practices among peers from across Europe over some food. Bring your own lunch and ideas!
The Nature Restoration Law: restoration of marine and freshwater ecosystems
The next meeting of ERRIN's Blue Economy Working Group, taking place on 17 October, will be dedicated to the restoration of marine and freshwater ecosystems. Since the successful implementation of the Nature Restoration Law relies on the efforts of regional and local actors, two experts actively working in the fields of marine ecosystems and rivers, will provide guidance on the practical steps necessary for local-level implementation.
Launch event for the report of the Expert Group on the interim evaluation of Horizon Europe
The launch event for the report of the Expert Group on the interim evaluation of Horizon Europe, which will also include recommendations for the next EU Framework Programme for R&I (FP10), will take place on 16 October 2024 from 14:30 (CEST). In-person attendance is upon invitation only, however, it is possible to follow the event online.
The role of circular economy and bioeconomy in supporting sustainable agri-food systems to promote sustainable rural/ urban development in the EU
On Tuesday 15 October 2024 from 10:00 to 13:00, in line with its commitments to the Rural Pact, the EESC will organise a thematic debate on the role that circular economy and bioeconomy can have in promoting sustainable agri-food systems and sustainable rural/urban development in the EU.
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.
ERRIN input to the Ocean and Waters Mission Implementation Charter
The Blue Economy Working Group has prepared an input to the Ocean and Waters Mission Implementation Charter, which has been submitted to the Mission Secretariat.
ERRIN input paper on a future EU Algae Strategy
ERRIN's input paper on a potential EU Algae Strategy, highlighting the challenges and opportunities of such a strategy at a regional and local level.
ERRIN input to the future EU Algae Strategy - Draft
A drafting group has prepared a first version of the ERRIN input to the future EU Algae Strategy.
Blue Bioeconomy Forum - Roadmap for the blue bioeconomy
The Blue Bioeconomy Forum was set up in 2018 as a platform for entrepreneurs, researchers, government officials and other stakeholder to further develop the blue bioeconomy.
WG Related Content
Management Board elections 2024 – call for nominations launched!
Every year ERRIN holds elections for the Management Board. Becoming a member of the Board offers a unique opportunity to develop ERRIN further and strategically lead the network’s activities. You can put forward your candidature for this year’s elections until 17 October.
Shape ERRIN's 2025 agenda
ERRIN's Annual Survey for the 2025 agenda has been launched! The responses from this survey will be used by the Working Group and Task Force leaders during the annual strategy workshops in November to shape the activities in 2025. We invite all of ERRIN's members to share their current R&I priorities, topics and preferences for working with ERRIN in 2025. The survey is open until 20 October 2024.
ERRIN is looking for a Communications and Policy Manager
ERRIN is looking for a Communications and Policy Manager to join its Secretariat! The successful candidate will take a leading role in the further development and implementation of ERRIN's communication strategy, lead efforts to increase ERRIN's visibility and oversee the ERRIN website's functioning and high-quality content creation. The deadline to apply is 16 September.
Funding opportunities for regions to tackle water management and plastic pollution
Two Mission Ocean and Waters projects are calling for proposals from regions to scale up and replicate successful project lessons. These calls present an excellent opportunity for ERRIN members to showcase innovation, secure funding and contribute to environmental restoration.
ERRIN Paper Series: Towards the 10th Framework Programme - Widening
ERRIN is pleased to continue the series of input papers on the 10th Framework Programme with the paper on Widening. ERRIN has been closely focusing on widening and deepening engagement in R&I, making it one of the network priorities. This input paper on Widening in FP10 has been created with contributions from ERRIN members and their ecosystems.
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 25 September.
Latest Updates
- By Ewa Chomicz
ERRIN Paper Series: Towards the 10th Framework Programme - Widening
ERRIN is pleased to continue the series of input papers on the 10th Framework Programme with the paper on Widening. ERRIN has been closely focusing on widening and deepening engagement in R&I, making it one of the network priorities. This input paper on Widening in FP10 has been created with contributions from ERRIN members and their ecosystems.
- By Teresa Vio
ERRIN is looking for two Project and Policy Managers (Mitigation and Adaptation to Climate Change)
ERRIN is looking for two Project and Policy Managers to join its Secretariat! The successful candidates will work on a range of projects and policy activities related to mitigation and adaptation to climate change and support ERRIN's work on influencing the EU Missions' implementation and further design. The deadline to apply is 25 September.
- By Teresa Vio
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 25 September.
- By Astrid Hannes
SEFS Working Group is calling for regional practices of knowledge valorisation
For its next meeting taking place on 2 October, ERRIN's Science and Education for Society (SEFS) Working Group is looking for regional best practices in the field of knowledge valorisation. We aim for practices including industry-academia co-creation and citizen-engagement. All R&I fields covered by ERRIN thematical Working Groups are of interest. We invite members to submit their contributions by 20 September.
- By Ewa Chomicz
ERRIN website updates for membership, networking & engagement
Following the summer break, the ERRIN Secretariat is pleased to announce a few updates on the network website that should further facilitate membership, networking within the community, understanding network services and engaging your colleagues and stakeholders in ERRIN, including re-opening of the ERRIN member directory, revised membership pages, and new leaflets.
- By Gianpiero Petruzziello
Join the SOILL Community: unlock collaborations and opportunities within the Soil Mission
The SOILL project, in which ERRIN is a partner, invites local and regional stakeholders, organisations, researchers, initiatives, individuals, to join its community and benefit from the project. By joining the SOILL Community, stakeholders will access to a centralised hub of information on Soil Mission Living Labs (SHLL) and Lighthouses (LHs), benefit from regular updates on progress and achievements, and engage in knowledge exchange and collaboration opportunities.