The transformative potential of co-governance in the green transition of neighbourhoods

Di cosa tratta questo bando?

The topic funds innovation projects that demonstrate co-governance approaches for the green transition in at least ten neighbourhoods across Europe. Consortia may pass on up to €150,000 per third party to local administrations, SMEs and other actors.

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Scope

The topic funds projects that examine how co-governance, meaning public participation in governing change, can support a fair green transition of neighbourhoods and bring positive changes in society, culture, the arts and the natural environment. Cultural institutions and digital tools, such as AI-supported participatory platforms, open data and interactive modelling, are seen as key enablers.

Expected activities

• Refine and demonstrate co-governance approaches in at least ten neighbourhoods across at least three Member States and/or Associated Countries, covering urban, peri-urban and rural areas and neighbourhoods with and without experience of participation.
• Make sure the approaches give nature a voice through more-than-human approaches, balance interests, power and knowledge among actors such as residents, developers, cultural institutions and businesses, and empower vulnerable and marginalised residents.
• Use digital tools such as civic tech and open data platforms, and engage cultural actors and local knowledge, including cultural heritage.
• Evaluate and compare how well the approaches deliver on these aspects.
• Produce guidance and recommendations on best practice, benefits for climate resilience and nature-positive change, and administrative, legislative and regulatory changes.

Financial support to third parties

Consortia may give financial support to public administrations, SMEs, education or research institutions and not-for-profit entities, up to €150,000 per third party, to demonstrate co-governance in neighbourhoods.

Expected outcomes

Evidence-based guidance for policymakers, local administrations and neighbourhood actors on public participation in the green transition, informing national and EU frameworks.

Quando scade il bando?

1º dicembre 2027 (390 giorni)

1 December 2027