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SUMMARY:Rural Energy Communities: Bridging Local Action and Clean Energy Transition
DESCRIPTION:EC4RURAL Mid-Term Conference (hybrid)\nBe part of the clean energy transition!\nThis mid-term conference will highlight the progress and insights of the EC4RURAL project and offer a platform to explore the pivotal role of rural energy communities in achieving Europe’s climate goals. \nKey Features:\n\nPresentations of mid-term project achievements\nIntroduction to research projects on the topic: presentations from academics from around Europe\nNetworking with policymakers\, researchers\, and practitioners across Europe\n\nWho Should Attend:\n\nRepresentatives of rural energy communities and local action groups\nResearchers and academics\nAssociations and organizations in the energy community sector\nLocal and regional authorities\nPolicymakers and anyone passionate about energy transitions\n\n  \nPROGRAMME \n REGISTER – deadline extended (form at the bottom of the page)
URL:https://elard.eu/event/rural-energy-communities-bridging-local-action-and-clean-energy-transition/
LOCATION:Universidad de Vigo\, Municipality of Vigo\, Pontevedra\, Spain
CATEGORIES:ELARD Knowledge Hub
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SUMMARY:LEADER LAGs and EU Youth Programs: Erasmus+ and European Solidarity Corps vol.2
DESCRIPTION:Erasmus+ and European Solidarity Corps programmes can be used to enpower rural youth by LEADER organizations. The webinar aims to inspire and connect LAGs by showcasing successful projects\, sharing experiences\, and providing networking opportunities. \nThe webinar aims to inspire and connect LEADER LAGs by showcasing successful projects\, sharing real-life experiences\, and providing networking opportunities. \nThrough presentations and interviews with organizations that have successfully implemented Erasmus+ and European Solidarity Corps projects\, participants will gain insights into the impact of these programs on rural youth\, community engagement\, and cross-border cooperation (aim no.1). Additionally\, the webinar will serve as a networking platform\, allowing participants to exchange experiences\, discuss challenges\, and explore potential collaborations (aim no.2). With the support of the CAP Network\, this initiative also highlights the importance of youth participation in LEADER and CLLD (Community-Led Local Development) strategies. \nThe seminar will not introduce the LEADER programme\, as participants are expected to be aware of it. \nThe participants will be invited to join the online platform Howspace\, where space will be provided for continued discussions and knowledge-sharing beyond the event itself\, ensuring that the connections and ideas sparked during the webinars lead to long-term cooperation. Neither Erasmus+ nor the European Solidarity Corps programmes will be presented in detail at the seminar\, but participants will be offered access to programme related materials on the Howspace environment. \nThe webinar is designed for the following target groups of participants: \n– LEADER LAG Representatives – Project managers\, coordinators\, and board members looking for inspiration and practical guidance on using E+ and ESC for youth engagement. \n– Rural Development Practitioners – Individuals working in local or regional development who want to integrate youth-focused European projects into their activities. \n– Youth Workers & Community Leaders – Those who collaborate with young people in rural areas and seek new funding possibilities for youth participation and volunteering projects. \n– Municipality & Regional Government Representatives – Policymakers and public sector professionals responsible for youth policies\, community-led local development (CLLD)\, and cross-sector cooperation. \nProgram of the Webinar: \n13:00 Welcome & Opening Remarks \n13:15 Inspiration Session: Best Practices from LEADER LAGs and Q&A. \n14:15 Where to find information about Erasmus+ & ESC Funding\, short introduction Howspace platform \n14:30 BREAK (and opportunity to explore Howspace) \n15:00 Networking in small groups: Finding partners for future projects\, brainstorming potential E+ or ESC project ideas for LAGs\, Exchange of resources and collaboration opportunities. \n16:00 Wrap-up & Next Steps\, future opportunities \n16:30 End of the webinar. \nREGISTER NOW IN THE LINK BELOW
URL:https://elard.eu/event/leader-lags-and-eu-youth-programs-erasmus-and-european-solidarity-corps-vol-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:External,Youth
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251014
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251017
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SUMMARY:Exclusive Networking & Capacity Building for LAG Managers
DESCRIPTION:As proud partners in the Communities for Local Green Deals (COM4LGD) project\, ELARD Knowledge Hub invites LAG managers to a unique training and networking opportunity focusing on climate action\, innovation\, and the future of the LEADER approach. \n\n\nWhat to expect:\n\n\n\n\nExplore how LEADER can be used as a transformation tool\nGain hands-on tools for participatory methods and climate adaptation\nJoin practical workshops and inspiring study visits\nDeep dive into topics such as AI in LAG operations\, smart villages\, and sustainable tourism\n\n\n\nIf the weather allows\, we’ll explore some of the projects by electric bike.\n\n\nTake this opportunity to strengthen your skills\, connect with peers\, and contribute to greener\, more resilient rural communities. \nFee: €290 per person (includes training\, all meals\, study visits & certificate ceremony) \n\n\n\nAccommodation and travel not included – Hotel Post is available at €400 for 3 nights \n\nREAD THE PRELIMINARY PROGRAMME HERE \n\nREGISTER YOUR INTEREST HERE \nDeadline for registration: 5th of September \n\n 
URL:https://elard.eu/event/exclusive-networking-capacity-building-for-lag-managers/
LOCATION:Hotel Post\, St Johann in Tirol\, Austria
CATEGORIES:ELARD Knowledge Hub
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SUMMARY:Please look up!  Efficient\, resilient fair and smart – what does our energy and climate future look like? (hybrid)
DESCRIPTION:Join IEECP’s conference\, combining different LIFE funded projects: Ineexs\, Regio1st\, CoolLife\, RENOVERTY\, Reverter\, EP-0\, GigaRegioFactory and ENSMOV Plus. \nThis two-day conference is a unique opportunity to meet\, hear from research developed and experience shared in the past four years and interact with experts and practitioners from various countries and fields\, and working on shaping the future of energy in Europe. \nThe sessions will showcase how a cleaner and more inclusive energy transition can be effectively achieved\, from planning to implementation and monitoring. Among other topics\, we will discuss: \n\nbusiness cases for smart energy services\,\nhow to get energy efficiency and demand-response considered as energy resources\,\nimplementing renovation roadmaps to tackle energy poverty\,\ngaps and challenges towards 2030 targets and how policy measures can overcome them.\n\nJoin our conference and poster session on the 15th and 16th October to get insights and celebrate the closing of fascinating LIFE projects! \n  \nAgenda and registration on the link below
URL:https://elard.eu/event/please-look-up-efficient-resilient-fair-and-smart-what-does-our-energy-and-climate-future-look-like-hybrid/
LOCATION:Brussels\, Belgium
CATEGORIES:ELARD Knowledge Hub
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251018
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SUMMARY:Women Leading Rural Innovation - FLIARA final conference
DESCRIPTION:The Final Conference of the FLIARA Project will bring together researchers\, policymakers\, innovation support actors\, and civil society stakeholders to spotlight the critical role of women in shaping the future of rural areas and sustainable farming. Taking place on October 17\, 2025\, in Brussels at the European Committee of Regions from 09:00h to 17:00h\, this high-level event marks the culmination of the Horizon Europe-funded FLIARA project (Grant Agreement No. 101084234)\, which has worked over three years to identify\, analyse\, and support women-led innovations across ten European countries. \nThe event will present key findings from over 200 case studies\, future trends\, highlight tested policy frameworks\, and showcase practical tools—including a Gender-Specific Innovation Guide and a toolkit for policy and practice—developed to empower women innovators in rural contexts. Through expert panels\, storytelling\, and interactive workshops\, the conference will explore how women’s leadership intersects with sustainability\, gender equality\, and innovation ecosystems in farming and rural development. \nPolicymakers at local\, national\, and EU levels are invited to engage with the results and contribute to advancing inclusive and gender-responsive rural policy. A dedicated policy session will introduce the project’s policy briefs and booklet\, followed by an interactive workshop aimed at anchoring these recommendations within broader EU strategies such as the Common Agricultural Policy\, the EU Gender Equality Strategy\, and the Green Deal. \n\n\nWHAT IS THE PROJECT ABOUT? \n  \n\n\nFLIARA is a Horizon Europe project that aims to enhance our understanding of the needs and challenges faced by women leading innovations in EU farming and rural sectors. It highlights their vital role in achieving sustainable rural futures aligned with EU policies. The project showcases women’s innovative abilities\, emphasising sustainability across environmental\, economic\, societal\, and cultural dimensions. Read more about the project at www.fliara.eu. \n\nData collected in the project includes the answers to the questions in this form\, including your email address. Your email address will only be used within the context and for the duration of the FLIARA project\, in accordance with the consent you explicitly expressed and abiding by the internal FLIARA Data Management Plan and Ethics Requirements and the project’s Privacy Policy. The collection and processing of your data follow the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
URL:https://elard.eu/event/women-leading-rural-innovation-fliara-final-conference/
LOCATION:European Committee of the Regions\, Rue Belliard 101\, Brussels\, 1040
CATEGORIES:ELARD Knowledge Hub
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251021
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251024
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SUMMARY:6th European rural Parliament
DESCRIPTION:Scotland was selected to host the next European Rural Parliament. It will bring together in October a 40-country delegation to Aberdeenshire\, Moray and the Cairngorms National Park area. The ERP is a large-scale participative democratic process\, set up to amplify the diverse voices of rural and island people in Europe. \nThe 6th edition’s theme is ‘Rural Community Solutions to Global Challenges’. \nMore information in the link below!
URL:https://elard.eu/event/6th-european-rural-parliament/
LOCATION:Inverurie Academy\, Community Campus\, Victoria St\, Inverurie\, AB51 3QS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:ELARD
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