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INTERREG IVC brought inspiration to Czech regions
The third in a row 'Inspiration for future' workshop organised by INTERREG IVC for representatives of public authorities and bodies governed by public law took place on 11 April 2013 in Prague, Czech Republic. The participants discussed the benefits for their regions and interregional cooperation in the new funding period 2014-2020.
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INTERREG IVC good practices discussed and displayed in Bulgaria
On 28 March 2013, INTERREG IVC brought an exhibition of good practices and a national dissemination workshop on 'Inspiration for future' to Sofia, Bulgaria, for Bulgarian representatives of public bodies to share their experience with INTERREG IVC projects and give the programme some feedback on their future expectations on interregional cooperation. It was the second in a row of national workshops on presence and future of interregional cooperation.
Priority 2 : Environment and risk prevention
The purpose of this programme priority is to enable regional and local authorities and other stakeholders at the regional level to improve their policies, methods and capacities in the area of environment and risk prevention.
The 84 projects approved under this priority all have the general aim to maintain and improve the quality of environment and to increase the attractiveness of European regions. They often aim at strengthening environmental protection and synergies between the environmental context and the economy.
The following overview provides some examples of topics addressed by interregional cooperation (Part of the C strand of the ETC (as well as of the former Interreg III Community Initiative), its aim is to promote exchange and transfer of knowledge and best ...) projects under the priority ‘Environment and risk prevention’. Under each sub-theme description you will also find some examples of interesting project publications.
Sub-themes
Natural and technological risks, climate change
- improving the monitoring of environmental risks
- supporting awareness-raising and emergency planning for populations located in very sensitive areas, such as heavily built-up basins, seismic areas, flooding prone areas, etc.
- facing air pollution, managing and communicating on associated risks
- development of strategies for minimising relevant natural and technological risks
- developing the formulation of tools, action plans and awareness-raising and capacity-building for responding at the different levels on all relevant natural and technological risks
- developing appropriate coordinated spatial planning measures in geographically sensitive areas
- developing measures to face and raise awareness on climate change and promotion of adaptation and mitigation policies
- developing strategies for preventing and reducing floods
For more information on approved projects, please visit the Approved projects database.
- Click to download examples of interesting project publications
- > CLIMACTREGIONS Observation of Greenhouse Gas Emissions provides resources for regions necessary to define their own methodology and mode of action
- > CLIMACTREGIONS manual on strategies and actions to mitigate climate change
- > CLIMACTREGIONS guideline manual on dedicated modes of governance helps regions to take steps against climate change
- > CLIMACTREGIONS online good practice database on greenhouses gas observation, climate protection policies, and governance
- > FUTUREforest final report covers the most essential issues related to forestry and the sector’s development
- > GRaBS Adaptation Action Planning Toolkit and the related User Guide help regions plan for a changing climate across Europe
- > MiSRAR brochure on risk assessment deals with the initial step of the mitigation process
- > MiSRAR brochure on mitigation planning provides an overview of the local and regional government planning experiences
- > MiSRAR brochure on implementing mitigation strategies deals with the actual implementation of mitigation measures
- > PRoMPt benchmarking analysis on facing wildfire outbreaks
- > RSC handbook on building a low-carbon economy: easy-to-use tools, methods and guidance
- > RSC Low-Carbon Indicators Toolkit provides assistance with identifying, selecting, measuring and reporting on low-carbon indicators
Water management
- improving quality of water supply and treatment, including cooperation in the field of water management
- supporting integrated, sustainable and participatory approaches to management of inland and marine waters, including waterway infrastructure
- developing of ecosystems based approach to the sustainable management of the seas, the management of coastal zones and the reaping of the benefits of the sea.
- adapting to climate change effects related to water management
For more information on approved projects, please visit the Approved projects database.
- Click to download examples of interesting project publications
- > SuPorts maritime course methodological materials cover a number of sessions on coasts and habitats, pollution and integrated maritime policy
- > SUSTAIN brochure DeCyDe for Sustainability introduces the decision support tool for sustainable development and integrated coastal zone management
- > Water CoRe Best Practice Handbook on water and droughts management, climate change and communication
Waste prevention and management
- moving to a recycling society
- enhancing waste management methods and policies – Developing practical guides for integrated local waste management
- developing innovative solutions for waste disposal as part of sustainable regional waste management systems
- re-using landfill and waste-disposal sites
For more information on approved projects, please visit the Approved projects database.
- Click to download examples of interesting project publications
- > C2CN network initiatives guide: A Journey from Cradle to Cradle
- > C2CN network policy recommendations on the Cradle to Cradle concept
- > C2CN network guide beyond waste management
- > Pre-Waste low environmental impact event guide
- > SufalNet4EU model strategy on landfill examination, aftercare and redevelopment
Biodiversity and preservation of natural heritage; air quality
- ensuring the overall ecological coherence and robustness of the actions (especially within the Natura 2000 network)
- developing management mechanisms and plans related to sites designated as special areas of conservation
- promoting species or habitat action plans that set management priorities for Natura 2000 species across their entire natural range in the EU
- improving air quality
For more information on approved projects, please visit the Approved projects database.
- Click to download examples of interesting project publications
- > CITEAIR II guidebook on Integrated Urban Emission Inventories: guidelines on how to formulate and monitor climate change and air quality programmes
- > CITEAIR II good practice guide on urban air quality forecast
- > CITEAIR II good practice guide on transport and mobility indicators based on traffic measures
- > COMMONS policy recommendation paper on common lands for sustainable management
- > REVERSE case study book: 47 successful regional case studies in Europe in the fields of agriculture, land planning and tourism
- > REVERSE Agriculture Charter: policy recommendations to improve biodiversity conservation in the field of agriculture
- > REVERSE Land Planning Charter: policy recommendations to improve biodiversity conservation in the field of land planning
- > REVERSE Tourism Charter: policy recommendations to improve biodiversity conservation in the field of tourism
- > SURF Nature booklet on sustainable tourism and nature conservation
- > SURF Nature booklet on green infrastructure
- > SURF Nature booklet on environmental education
- > SURF Nature booklet on forest biodiversity
- > SURF Nature online good practice database on nature conservation measures financed through the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) (The ERDF is intended to help reduce imbalances between regions of the Community. The Fund was set up in 1975 and grants financial assistance for development projects ...)
- > SURF Nature: European Regional Development Funding for biodiversity - an analysis of funding possibilities offered in 46 Operational Programmes in Europe
- > SURF Nature handbook on financing biodiversity in the context of the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF)
Energy and sustainable transport
- moving to a low carbon economy, including information to industrial customers, service providers and citizens on issues such as ‘how to reduce energy consumption’
- transferring knowledge concerning long-term targeted energy efficiency campaigns, including efficiency in buildings, notably public buildings
- exchanging and transferring of knowledge on mechanisms to stimulate investment in production of renewable energy as well as in energy efficiency projects
- adapting environmentally sustainable strategies in the transport sector
- promoting lower-consumption vehicles and new propulsion technologies to reduce emissions
- promoting the use of improved collective and non-motorised modes in conjunction with mobility management schemes
- improving information systems for better traffic management and in improving the monitoring of travel data
For more information on approved projects, please visit the Approved projects database.
- Click to download examples of interesting project publications
- > CAPRICE decision maker’s guide with proposals and recommendations to improve the efficiency of public transport systems and take up the urban mobility challenge
- > EnercitEE good practice guide on energy efficiency excellence from EnercitEE regions
- > FLIPPER good practice guidance report providing suggestions for EU operators and authorities wishing to plan or implement flexible transport service concepts
- > GEO.POWER online good practice collection on geothermal energy
- > MMOVE online policy toolbox on sustainable mobility policies: a collection of recommended mobility management practices and feasibility studies
- > MORE4NRG good practice catalogue on renewable energy sources and energy efficiency
- > Port Integration study on the environment for the application of ICT technologies in European ports
- > POWER mini-programme: WICO sub-project policy guidelines to promote and accelerate the update of small wind renewable energy systems in the European Union
- > POWER mini-programme: E-Mob sub-project policy and strategy recommendations for e-mobility
- > POWER mini-programme: Generation sub-project policy recommendations on energy efficiency in public buildings
- > POWER mini-programme: ITACA sub-project handbook on realising sustainable mobility
Cultural heritage and landscape
- protecting and enhancing of cultural heritage and landscapes
- developing innovative approaches to soil protection and to land rehabilitation of contaminated land and brownfields
- supporting risk management in the field of cultural heritage and cultural landscape (both rural and urban contexts)
- supporting tourism development with a particular focus on integrating sustainability aspects
For more information on approved projects, please visit the Approved projects database.
- Click to download examples of interesting project publications
- > PRESERVE good practice guide on innovation and sustainability in European tourism
- > Vitour Landscape online good practice database for good policy practices in cultural landscape management and valorisation
