Working Group Leaders
Representatives of Brussels-based offices leading the work of Policy Working Group.
Policy
The Policy Working Group works closely with the Management Board and the leaders of the other WGs to position ERRIN on cross-cutting policy issues. The WG follows closely overall research and innovation policy, in particular the Horizon Europe framework programme, from an overarching perspective and ensuring coordination of horizontal programme aspects. The WG also focuses on the preparations to the next framework programme (FP10), implementation of the European Research Area (ERA) as the renewed policy framework and agenda for research and innovation, as well as on the New European Innovation Agenda, especially strengthening ecosystems and the “Regional Innovation Valleys” initiative.
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Future Related ERRIN Working Group Meetings
ERRIN Strategic Cluster Kick-Off Meeting: Towards A European Competitiveness Fund?
This ERRIN Strategic Cluster kick-off meeting will serve to launch the activities of the Policy, Smart Specialisation and Science & Education Working Groups in 2025. It will provide an
Previous Related ERRIN Working Group Meetings
European University Alliances and their commitment to support the connection of regional innovation ecosystems
In September 2022 the SEFS Working Group discussed with the European Commission and regional examples the relationship between the then 44 European Universities and the S3-strategies of the regions
Policy WG meeting: ERA Policy Agenda 2025-2027 – a look ahead
The European Research Area (ERA) aims to increase collaboration between the national research systems and ensure better policy coordination between the Member States at the EU level. With the
Smart Specialisation WG meeting: Future of cohesion policy in support to R&I
With discussions around the new cohesion policy framework post-2027 in full swing, this ERRIN Smart Specialisation WG meeting will focus on how cohesion policy can support R&I. The event will
WG Related Events
Autumn General Meeting 2024
ERRIN’s 2024 Autumn General Meeting will take place on 5 December from 16:30 at the ERRIN premises in Brussels. The meeting will be followed by a networking reception with keynote speeches from a representative of the Cabinet of Ekaterina Zaharieva, the new Commissioner for Startups, Research and Innovation, as well as from Magdalena Kula, Research Attaché at the Polish Permanent Representation in view of the upcoming Polish Presidency of the Council of the EU.
European Partnership Stakeholder Forum 2024: 20 years of European Partnerships: Reflecting on the past – Shaping the Future
ERA-LEARN and the European Commission will co-organise the third European Partnership Stakeholder Forum on 4-5 December 2024 in Brussels. The Forum is expected to gather over 250 participants from European Partnerships, addressing achievements, challenges and the way forward for the initiative. Registration for physical or virtual attendance is possible until 15 November.
European University Alliances and their commitment to support the connection of regional innovation ecosystems
This meeting of the Science and Education for Society (SEFS) Working Group, taking place on 2 December from 14:00-16:00, aims to foster a mutual learning exchange between European University Alliances and their regions. Attendees will learn about how alliances are committed to support the connections between regional innovation ecosystems. This includes how alliances contribute to the S3 strategies of their regions, alliances seeking synergies with local authorities in the context of the EU Cities Mission and alliances that are connecting with Regional Innovation Valleys. Attendees will also…
The Road to Net Zero: How to Pave the Way for Carbon Farming, Removal, and Capture
To reach the world’s climate goals, governments should consider ways of removing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere in addition to stepping up efforts to reduce emissions. This means we should be thinking about a variety of mitigation approaches. This event focusses on three of these: Carbon Farming (CF), Carbon Capture and Storage/Utilisation (CCS/CCU) and Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR) technologies. Within this policy event we will discuss and explore what governments can do (and what they are already doing) to help scale these solutions up in time to meet our collective climate ambitions.…
Cancelled: ERRIN meeting: MFF post-2027 proposals
With draft proposals of the European Commission's DG Budget on the next Multiannual Financial Framework post-2027 coming to light, this ERRIN meeting will serve to discuss the ideas on the table and the network's positioning on the topic. The event will take place on 28 November from 10:00-12:00 at the ERRIN premises.
AGORADA+ in Charleroi (BE) - innovation in life sciences, cleantech and advanced manufacturing ecosystems for regional development
Invitation to AGORADA+ 2024, taking place on 27 and 28 November 2024. The event is promoted by the European Network of European Regional Agencies EURADA, in partnership with IGRETEC Charleroi, the European Cluster Collaboration Platform and the European Commission.
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 paper on the Implementation Report of the European Innovation Council
ERRIN's input paper on the Implementation Report on the European Innovation Council brings together the first comments and recommendations received from the various stakeholders from ERRIN members.
Draft ERRIN recommendations on the future of the European Research Area
In view of the upcoming European Commission communication on the future of the European Research Area, ERRIN has prepared a set of recommendations to strengthen the regional and local dimension of the ERA.
WG Related Content
ERRIN's Autumn General Meeting 2024
On 5 December, ERRIN hosted its Autumn General Meeting, where members reflected on 2024’s accomplishments, endorsed the 2025 budget and welcomed four new Management Board members. The meeting provided a platform to celebrate achievements, discuss priorities for the year ahead, and prepare for a new EU political cycle.
Getting closer to the ERA Policy Agenda 2025-2027
The European Research Area (ERA) has been working to create a single market for research and innovation across the EU since 2000. The next ERA Policy Agenda for 2025-2027 - outlining new actions to contribute to the Pact for R&I priority areas - is coming into shape, and the recent Council conclusions emphasise the need to reinforce the ERA. ERRIN is taking a closer look at what's coming.
Management Board elections 2024 – results
Following the call for nominations for ERRIN Management Board held between 3 and 17 October, we are happy to announce the nominated Management Board members. The four nominees will be approved as new Management Board members at the ERRIN Autumn General Meeting on 5 December.
Call for expression of interest: Clusters Meet Regions
The European Cluster Collaboration Platform, on behalf of the European Commission, invites national and regional authorities, cluster organisations, and economic development agencies to apply to host one of the 10 ‘Clusters Meet Regions’ workshops planned for 2025. The next deadline for making your application is 20 December 2024.
A look back at the Week of Innovative Regions in Europe 2024
The XIII edition of the Week of Innovative Regions in Europe (WIRE) conference took place on 13-14 November 2024 in Budapest. The event focused on regions as catalysts of European RDI competitiveness and brought together over a hundred regional stakeholders from across Europe, including ERRIN, for two days of intense discussions and networking. Find out our key takeaways from the multiple topics covered.
Have Your Say on the Future of Regional Innovation Valleys
The European Commission invites all regions – whether selected as RIVs or not – to share feedback on the RIV initiative to help shape future calls and align them with regional needs. Deadline to answer the questionnaire is 15 November.
Latest Updates
- By Maria Bostrom
Have Your Say on the Future of Regional Innovation Valleys
The European Commission invites all regions – whether selected as RIVs or not – to share feedback on the RIV initiative to help shape future calls and align them with regional needs. Deadline to answer the questionnaire is 15 November.
- By Ewa Chomicz
Report of the Expert Group on the interim evaluation of Horizon Europe released
On 16 October 2024, the awaited report of the Expert Group on the interim evaluation of Horizon Europe was launched. Looking towards the future of EU research and innovation, the report outlines 12 recommendations in the spirit of its title: "Act, Align, Accelerate – Research, Technology and Innovation to boost European competitiveness".
- By Rodolphe Doité
Reflecting on the 2024 Living-in.EU Digital Assembly
After the 2024 Living-in.EU Digital Assembly and the networking reception 'Connect people for the Twin transition', a look back from ERRIN on this key milestone in our digital work.
- By Ewa Chomicz
2030CATALYSTS: Open call for EU regions to implement the SDGs
A new call for EU regions to turn the SDGs into local missions is now open. The 2030CATALYSTS project will support a maximum of 20 EU regions to enhance their approaches to SDG monitoring and implementation, and pave the way for effective, data-driven, co-created strategies. The call for expression of interest is open until 31 October 2024.
- By Ewa Chomicz
EU Preparatory Action on Innovation for Place-Based Transformation - apply by 16 December
The European Commission’s JRC has launched the EU Preparatory Action on Innovation for Place-Based Transformation, a new initiative supported by the European Parliament and designed to help territories maximise their innovation potential. The deadline to apply to participate was extended - public authorities from across the EU and Horizon Europe Associated Countries now have until 16 December to answer the call.
- By Joanna Komperda
Another 20 cities receive EU Mission Label for advancing climate neutrality goals
On 8 October, the European Commission revealed the next 20 European cities to be awarded the EU Mission Climate-Neutral and Smart Cities label for their plans to reach climate neutrality by 2030. 8 of these cities are located in ERRIN member regions. The first 10 cities received their Mission Label in October 2023, followed by 23 more cities that were awarded in March 2024. This brings the total number of cities with the label to 53.