The University of Vigo (ES) is developing a new project (SolAqua) in the framework of Horizon 2020 - call LC-SC3-RES-28-2019 of the Work Programme “Secure, clean and efficient energy” - aimed to promote the use of solar energy in irrigated farming, both in Europe and beyond. Before reaching that goal, a number of problems need to be addressed: there is a large deficit … [Read more...]
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Global Challenges, Local Actions
Approaching the end of this decade, it is clear that climate change is becoming an increasingly pressing issue worldwide. Local and regional involvement is required to stimulate an effective bottom-up transformation, bearing in mind that the focus must always be on people and the planet. As a member of the Global Taskforce of Local and Regional Governments (LRGs), … [Read more...]
#EPhearings – Our Candidate for Cohesion?
This afternoon, the European Parliament hearing for Portugal's Commissioner candidate Elisa Ferreira will take place in Brussels. The proposed portfolio for Ms. Ferreira is "Cohesion and Reforms". Read the 'Mission Letter' from Commission President Von der Leyen here. As the largest independent network of regions in wider Europe, AER will follow with great interest the … [Read more...]
European Solidarity Corps 4 Youth – Let’s Invest in Europe’s Youth
Youth unemployment is one of the main concerns of younger generations and it is indeed one of the main priorities for AER. As such, the European Solidarity Corps 4 Youth, which is part of the European Solidarity Corps, was created as a project co-funded by the European Union to match potential employers and interested candidates looking for first work … [Read more...]
Takeaways of AER-YRN’s activities at the 20th University on Youth and Development
From 15 to 19 September, the Youth Regional Network of the Assembly of European Regions (AER-YRN) celebrated its Autumn Plenaries for the first time in the framework of the 20th University of Youth and Development (UYD) of the North-South Centre of the Council of Europe. 23 young participants from 13 different countries representing the AER-YRN at the 20th UYD actively engaged … [Read more...]
Elections at the Autumn Committee Plenaries
During the AER Autumn Committee Plenaries in Podčetrtek, Slovenia, elections took place to fill a number of vacancies. The following individuals were successfully elected by the respective committees: Committee 1 Vice President for Rural Development, Energy & Environment Mr. Nicola Campitelli, Abruzzo, (IT) Female Representative for Equal … [Read more...]
Make this Week Last All Your Life – AER-YRN at the 20th UYD
From 15 until 19 September, 23 participants from 13 different countries represented the AER – Youth Regional Network (YRN) at the 20th University on Youth and Development (UYD) of the North-South Centre of the Council of Europe in Mollina, Málaga (Spain). The UYD network provides a unique space for youth empowerment, offers non-formal education capacity building activities and … [Read more...]
Good Governance at the AER Autumn Plenaries
At the initiative of Ms Nina Björby, AER Vice President for Democracy and Ms Iren Lejegren, AER chair of the Task Force on Democracy, AER and the Centre of Expertise for Good Governance (Council of Europe/CoE) organised an exchange of views at the AER Autumn Committee plenaries on 25 September 2019. Ms Alina Tatarenko, Head of the Centre of Expertise exposed the 12 … [Read more...]
Plenaries in Podčetrtek
The Autumn Committee Plenaries of the Assembly of European Regions took place on 24-26 September 2019, in Podčetrtek, Slovenia. The three thematic committees (Economy & Regional Development, Social Policy & Public Health, and Culture, Education and Youth) are at the heart of AER’s work on territorial innovation, policy learning and interregional cooperation. The … [Read more...]
European Biodiversity: Protecting Primary Forests
In the context of the AER Autumn Committee Plenaries on 26 September, the AER Working Group on Rural Development hosted a Breakfast Debate on European Biodiversity: Protecting Primary Forests. Bringing together elected representatives and civil servants from across the regions of Europe, the breakfast briefing was an opportunity to decide on joint action in Europe for the … [Read more...]
Contrasted Regional Realities: The Need for Cohesion
On Tuesday 24 September at the AER Autumn Committee Plenaries in Podčetrtek, Slovenia, approximately one hundred elected representatives and civil servants came together to discuss regional realities of cohesion across the European continent. Not only can disparities within regions hamper sustainable regional development, but they also generate tensions and tough decisions … [Read more...]
Is Education Today Fit for the Future?
The AER Subcommittee on Education is organising a workshop during the AER Autumn Committee Plenaries. It will take place on Thursday the 26th of September, from 11.30 to 12.30 am and it will be about the future of education in an ever-changing professional life. A changing environment Economic, environmental, social, and technological developments are reshaping the … [Read more...]
European Youth Foundation Open Calls!
Youth engagement at European level is very high in the AER agenda. In this respect, AER takes action and regularly gets involved in different projects and initiatives dedicated to young people especially through its Youth Regional Network. The Summer Academy 2019 and the 20th University on Youth and Development which took place this year, are one of the latest successful … [Read more...]
World Sustainable Energy Days – Get Onboard!
Every year, our member region Upper Austria, hosts the World Sustainable Energy Days (WSED) in Wels, Austria. The next edition takes place from 4-6 March 2020. Over 660 participants, including representatives from public bodies, business actors engaged in energy transition, the sustainable energy research community and experts from over 60 countries, gather to receive … [Read more...]
AER Political Priorities 2020-2025 – Have your say!
AER is seeking views on its proposed Political Priorities for 2020-2025. This consultation is open to all AER members. Responses to the consultation can be sent using the online form here. The closing date for responses is 10 October. More details about the consultation and on how to respond below. About this consultation This consultation aims … [Read more...]
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