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Assembly of European Regions ❘ 6 rue Oberlin, F-67000 Strasbourg ❘ 210 Avenue Louise - B-1050 Brussels ❘ www.aer.eu
Training Academy on the Black Sea Programme
Funding opportunities for the Black Sea Region
Bucharest, 2 October 2014
Assembly of European Regions ❘ 6 rue Oberlin, F-67000 Strasbourg ❘ 210 Avenue Louise - B-1050 Brussels ❘ www.aer.eu
1. Horizon 2020
- Horizon 2020 is the EU Research and Innovation Programme- 80 billion euros available for 2014-2020
- To remove the barriers to innovation- Produce world class science- Make it easier for public and private sectors to work together
- EU member states, Azerbaijan Armenia, Georgia, Moldova, Turkey and Ukraine
What is it?
What is the aim?
Eligible countries?
Assembly of European Regions ❘ 6 rue Oberlin, F-67000 Strasbourg ❘ 210 Avenue Louise - B-1050 Brussels ❘ www.aer.eu
1. Horizon 2020 - Programme topics
Excellent Science
Industrial Leadership
Societal Challenges
Helping researchers pursue innovative areas of scienceSupporting future and emerging technologiesPromoting cross-border and cross sector mobilityDeveloping research infrastructure
Promoting leadership in enabling and industrial technologiesIncreasing access to risk financeDeveloping innovation in SMEs
Health, demographic change and wellbeingSustainable agricultureEurope in a changing worldEnergy efficiency and green transport Environment and resource efficiencyMaritime research
Assembly of European Regions ❘ 6 rue Oberlin, F-67000 Strasbourg ❘ 210 Avenue Louise - B-1050 Brussels ❘ www.aer.eu
1. Horizon 2020 - Call for proposals
The European Union, Turkey & its wider neighbourhood: challenges and opportunities
Topic To identify the challenges and opportunities for further integration of Turkey in the EU, research should also consider the impact on relations with other regions including the Caucasus
Results expected A better understanding of the challenges facing
the EU neighbourhood and enlargement policies
Opening Date
10 December 2014
Deadline 28 May 2015
Assembly of European Regions ❘ 6 rue Oberlin, F-67000 Strasbourg ❘ 210 Avenue Louise - B-1050 Brussels ❘ www.aer.eu
1. Horizon 2020 - Call for proposals
The European Union and the Eastern PartnershipTopic Research to consider the bilateral relations
between the EU and the Eastern Partnership countries as well as relations between these countries themselves.This call focuses in particular on Moldova and Ukraine.
Results expected Identification of the progress and remaining
problems with relations between the EU and partner countries. Develop a better understanding of EU partners and determine challenges to EU’s neighbourhood policies
Opening date
10 December 2014
Deadline 28 May 2015
Assembly of European Regions ❘ 6 rue Oberlin, F-67000 Strasbourg ❘ 210 Avenue Louise - B-1050 Brussels ❘ www.aer.eu
1. Horizon 2020 - Call for proposals
Encouraging the research and innovation cooperation between the Union and selected regional partners
Topic Promote cooperation between researchers from the EU and the following targeted regions; Southern Mediterranean, Neighbourhood and Eastern Partnership
Results expected Set up web-based information systems
Awareness raising and information dissemination activities or the organisation of events, conferences and workshopsEstablish frameworks to facilitate international cooperation
Opening date
10 December 2015
Deadline 12 May 2015
Assembly of European Regions ❘ 6 rue Oberlin, F-67000 Strasbourg ❘ 210 Avenue Louise - B-1050 Brussels ❘ www.aer.eu
2. European Territorial Cooperation (ETC)
What is it?- One of the goals of Cohesion Policy, ETC provides resources for joint actions and policy exchanges.- 8,9 billion euros available for 2014-2020
- To further territorial integration by developing cooperation in specific policy areas
- INTERREG Europe
- Danube Transnational Programme
What is the aim?
Relevant ETC programmes
Assembly of European Regions ❘ 6 rue Oberlin, F-67000 Strasbourg ❘ 210 Avenue Louise - B-1050 Brussels ❘ www.aer.eu
2. INTERREG Europe
What is it?- One of ETC’s interregional programmes, INTERREG Europe is the successor of INTERREG IVC- 359 million euros is available for 2014-2020
- To reinforce the effectiveness of cohesion policy
- Promotes the exchange of experience through
sharing of knowledge and transfer of best practices
between regional and local authorities
- Bulgaria and Romania
What is the aim?
Eligible countries
Assembly of European Regions ❘ 6 rue Oberlin, F-67000 Strasbourg ❘ 210 Avenue Louise - B-1050 Brussels ❘ www.aer.eu
3. INTERREG Europe - Thematic priorities
- Selected number of priorities to create maximum impact
- Priorities will contribute to the implementation of the programmes under the Investment for Growth and Jobs goal.
- Thematic objectives are also in line with the smart and sustainable growth pillars of the Europe 2020 strategy
Assembly of European Regions ❘ 6 rue Oberlin, F-67000 Strasbourg ❘ 210 Avenue Louise - B-1050 Brussels ❘ www.aer.eu
3. INTERREG Europe - 4 thematic priorities
Strengthening research, technological development and innovation
Enhancing R&I infrastructures and centres of excellencePromoting business investments in R&I and synergies between stakeholdersPromoting technology transfer, eco-innovation, social innovation, clusters and networking
Promoting low-carbon strategies in all areas in particular urban areasPromoting green growth, eco-innovation and environmental performance management in the public and private sectors
Protecting the environment and promoting resource efficiency
Enhancing the competitiveness of SMEs
Conserving, promoting, protecting and developing natural cultural heritage
Supporting the capacity of SMEs to compete in regional, national and international markets
Supporting the shift towards a low-carbon economy in all sectors
Assembly of European Regions ❘ 6 rue Oberlin, F-67000 Strasbourg ❘ 210 Avenue Louise - B-1050 Brussels ❘ www.aer.eu
Interregional Cooperation Projects
3. INTERREG Europe - Types of actions
- Projects should improve the implementation of policies by supporting an exchange of practice - A co-financing rate of 85%
Examples of actions- Elaboration of Action Plans- Studies and analyses of policies- Study visits- Capacity building events- Pilot actions
Assembly of European Regions ❘ 6 rue Oberlin, F-67000 Strasbourg ❘ 210 Avenue Louise - B-1050 Brussels ❘ www.aer.eu
Policy Learning Platforms
3. INTERREG Europe - Types of actions
- Exploiting the results of the Interregional cooperation projects by making them available to a wider public- 100% financing rate
Examples of actions- Publications of recommendations or an overview of successful examples- Peer reviews - Seminars
Assembly of European Regions ❘ 6 rue Oberlin, F-67000 Strasbourg ❘ 210 Avenue Louise - B-1050 Brussels ❘ www.aer.eu
3. INTERREG Europe - Next steps
2 - 3 December 2014: Launch of INTERREG Europe
Mid-February 2015: First call for proposals open
Assembly of European Regions ❘ 6 rue Oberlin, F-67000 Strasbourg ❘ 210 Avenue Louise - B-1050 Brussels ❘ www.aer.eu
What is it?
What is the aim?
4. Danube Transnational Programme
Eligible countries- Bulgaria, Moldova, Romania and Ukraine
- To support the development of the macro regional strategy for the Danube region- To reinforce territorial integration in the Danube region and to tackle common obstacles
- A new transnational programme following on from the South-East Europe programme- 263 million euros is available for 2014-2020
Assembly of European Regions ❘ 6 rue Oberlin, F-67000 Strasbourg ❘ 210 Avenue Louise - B-1050 Brussels ❘ www.aer.eu
4. Danube Transnational Programme - 4 thematic priorities
Innovative and socially responsible Danube region
- Key themes include eco-innovation, knowledge transfer, cluster policy and social innovation
Specific objectives- Develop innovation strategies that go beyond national borders- Improving research infrastructure including pan-European infrastructures- Increase skills and knowledge and promote entrepreneurship- Improve cooperation between all stakeholders- Better access to finance- Support innovative public procurement
Assembly of European Regions ❘ 6 rue Oberlin, F-67000 Strasbourg ❘ 210 Avenue Louise - B-1050 Brussels ❘ www.aer.eu
4. Danube Transnational Programme - 4 thematic priorities
Types of actions
- Implementing joint strategies and action plans to strengthen human resources and knowledge development
- Create new on build on existing transnational educational and training networks in higher education
- Develop joint strategies to tackle common challenges such as demographic change and brain-drain
- Jointly develop innovative related services and qualification offers
Assembly of European Regions ❘ 6 rue Oberlin, F-67000 Strasbourg ❘ 210 Avenue Louise - B-1050 Brussels ❘ www.aer.eu
4. Danube Transnational Programme - 4 thematic priorities
Environment and culture responsible Danube region
Specific objectives
Two key themes: Natural and cultural heritage valorisation and restoring and managing ecological corridors
- Joint and integrated approached to preserve natural and cultural assets- Promoting cultural heritage and diversity- Creating and maintaining ecological corridors- Disaster prevention and disaster management
Assembly of European Regions ❘ 6 rue Oberlin, F-67000 Strasbourg ❘ 210 Avenue Louise - B-1050 Brussels ❘ www.aer.eu
4. Danube Transnational Programme - 4 thematic priorities
- Developing clusters and networks to ensure the preservation of cultural heritage
- Organise events to increase the visibility of joint actions- Support capacity building for public and private institutions - Develop the risk management plans for cultural and natural heritage at risk of climate change- Support activities that promote cultural exchanges and environment education- Develop joint strategies for risk prevention and management at transnational level
Types of actions
Assembly of European Regions ❘ 6 rue Oberlin, F-67000 Strasbourg ❘ 210 Avenue Louise - B-1050 Brussels ❘ www.aer.eu
4. Danube Transnational Programme - 4 thematic priorities
Better connected and energy responsible Danube region
Specific objectives
Three main themes: Enhancing regional mobility, developing environmentally-friendly and low carbon transport systems and improving energy efficiency - Improving regional energy planning and coordination and developing smart distribution systems- Removing obstacles to regional mobility and developing capacity building and training. - Improving connectivity to Ten-T network- Promoting sustainable transport systems through coordinated strategies
Assembly of European Regions ❘ 6 rue Oberlin, F-67000 Strasbourg ❘ 210 Avenue Louise - B-1050 Brussels ❘ www.aer.eu
4. Danube Transnational Programme - 4 thematic priorities
- Developing intermodel strategies for the Danube region to improve regional connectivity
- Increasing the regional mobility of citizens and businesses
- Exchange of good practices to improve public transport links and water infrastructure
- Platforms to help finance, plan and manage environmentally friendly transport corridors
- Improve the efficiency of cross-border movements by removing obstacles and harmonizing rules
Types of actions
Assembly of European Regions ❘ 6 rue Oberlin, F-67000 Strasbourg ❘ 210 Avenue Louise - B-1050 Brussels ❘ www.aer.eu
4. Danube Transnational Programme - 4 thematic priorities
Well governed Danube region
Specific objectives- Develop the capacities of public authorities to better tackle the challenges facing the region- Improve legal and policy frameworks- Improve regions’ ability to develop complex transnational projects- Improve the effectiveness of coordination and implementation of the EUSDR
Main themes: Multilevel and transnational governance and the governance of the EUSDR
Assembly of European Regions ❘ 6 rue Oberlin, F-67000 Strasbourg ❘ 210 Avenue Louise - B-1050 Brussels ❘ www.aer.eu
4. Danube Transnational Programme - 4 thematic priorities
- Exchange of best practices on labour market and social inclusion policies
- Increase the institutional capacity to implement education and training programmes- Develop networks to increase cooperation between urban and rural areas- Establish a facility for direct support to EUSDR governance as well as a project development fund facility- Create a EUSDR focal point to provide general information on EUSDR
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Types of actions
Assembly of European Regions ❘ 6 rue Oberlin, F-67000 Strasbourg ❘ 210 Avenue Louise - B-1050 Brussels ❘ www.aer.eu
4. Danube Transnational Programme - Next steps
End 2014: Final programme to be submitted
End 2015: First call for proposals to open
Assembly of European Regions ❘ 6 rue Oberlin, F-67000 Strasbourg ❘ 210 Avenue Louise - B-1050 Brussels ❘ www.aer.eu
5. Eastern Partnership Territorial Cooperation Programme (EaPTC)
What is it?
What is the aim?
Eligible countries
- To develop cross border contacts between local authorities, communities and civil society organisations- Further territorial cooperation to improve social and economic development
- Moldova and Ukraine (Odessa, Vinnytsya, Chernivtsi oblasts)
- A cross-border cooperation programme financed by the European Neighbourhood and Partnership Instrument- 3,3 million available for the Moldova-Ukraine programme- Maximum co-financing rate 90%
Assembly of European Regions ❘ 6 rue Oberlin, F-67000 Strasbourg ❘ 210 Avenue Louise - B-1050 Brussels ❘ www.aer.eu
5. EaPTC - Moldova-Ukraine operational objectives
Improving the living conditions of local communities
- Promotion of closer business links across the border- Diversification of rural income sources and development of alternative employment opportunities in rural areas
Types of actions
- Exchange of good practices to enhance the competitiveness of regional economies- Promoting entrepreneurship among young people in rural areas- Education and training for employees
Assembly of European Regions ❘ 6 rue Oberlin, F-67000 Strasbourg ❘ 210 Avenue Louise - B-1050 Brussels ❘ www.aer.eu
5. EaPTC - Moldova-Ukraine operational objectives
Culture, Education and Sports- Promotion of multi-cultural diversity and social integrity of ethnical minorities across the border- Facilitation of people-to-people links between youth organisation in social issues, culture, education and sports
Types of actions- Joint efforts to integrate ethnic minorities- Organising joint cultural and youth events- Cooperation between youth organisations in education, culture and sports- Developing cross-border exchange programmes between schools and other education an cultural
institutions
Assembly of European Regions ❘ 6 rue Oberlin, F-67000 Strasbourg ❘ 210 Avenue Louise - B-1050 Brussels ❘ www.aer.eu
5. EaPTC - Moldova-Ukraine operational objectives
Addressing common challenges
- Solving cross-border environmental problems
Types of actions- Joint monitoring and management of water resources between Moldova and Ukraine- Working together to restore water supply systems and addressing relevant pollution issues- Developing joint approaches to waste collection, management and recycling- Raising awareness of cross-border environmental issues and their consequences
Assembly of European Regions ❘ 6 rue Oberlin, F-67000 Strasbourg ❘ 210 Avenue Louise - B-1050 Brussels ❘ www.aer.eu
5. Eastern Partnership Territorial Support Programme
What is it?- This programme focuses on empowering local and regional authorities to better manage and participate in the EaPTC- Based on public call for proposals, projects require participants from both Ukraine and Moldova
- Institutional building - addressing obstacles and identifying key actors to improve the implementation of the EaPTC programme - Capacity building - addressing capacity gaps and raising awareness of territorial cooperation
What is the aim?
Assembly of European Regions ❘ 6 rue Oberlin, F-67000 Strasbourg ❘ 210 Avenue Louise - B-1050 Brussels ❘ www.aer.eu
5. EaPTC - Next steps
6 October 2014: Final meeting to finalise operational programme
End 2014: Call for proposals expected to open
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