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CONNECTED

Discover how interregional cooperation is helping to make a more connected Europe.

Creating a more connected Europe means having good accessibility across the continent by enhancing mobility.

Our programme helps local, regional and national governments across Europe to develop and deliver better regional development policies in this field.

We create opportunities for sharing solutions to regional development issues, for exchanging good practices and for policy learning via our two pillars: our interregional cooperation projects and our Policy Learning Platform.

Scroll below to capitalise on the knowledge they've gained, take part in upcoming capacity building opportunities or apply for your own project proposal.

CONNECTED sub-topics

Discover the CONNECTED sub-topics we address and click on the link to find all related resources on our website.

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TEN-T

To develop a climate resilient, intelligent, secure, sustainable and intermodal Trans-European Transport Networks (TEN-T).
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Sustainable mobility

To develop and enhance sustainable, climate resilient, intelligent and intermodal national, regional and local mobility.

Projects and project ideas

Get inspired by our approved projects or explore one of these CONNECTED project ideas. Then, discover how you can get involved in interregional cooperation by preparing your own project proposal.

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Policy solutions

Explore all the policy solutions our projects and policy experts have identified on the topic of CONNECTED. Read through our policy briefs and good practices. Watch our webinar recordings. Download the conclusions for past workshops and peer reviews.

Good practices

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ClimAgir

Spread the causes, the impacts and the risks associated to climate changes, raising public awareness and the need to change population behaviour.
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The implementation of DRT-Services in Saarland's public transport system

On 28-29 November 2023, the Policy Learning Platform held an on-site peer review for the Saarland’s Ministry for the Environment, Climate Protection, Mobility, Agriculture and Consumer Protection, which requested advice regarding their policy challenge on the implementation of on-demand public transport in the region.
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Implementing low emission zones in Romania

On 21-22 November 2023, the Policy Learning Platform held an online peer review for the Romanian Ministry of Development, Public Works and Administration, which requested advice regarding their policy challenge on establishing low emission zones in the country.
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Mobility on islands & participatory processes: key learnings

On 14-16 November 2023, the Policy Learning Platform organised an online peer review for the Regional Council of La Reunion (France) which requested advice regarding their two policy challenges ‘Sustainable mobility on islands’ and ‘Uptake of results from participatory processes’.
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Mobility as a service for low-density areas: key learnings

On 17-18 October 2023, the Policy Learning Platform held an onsite peer review in Portugal for the Commission for Coordination and Development of the Alentejo Region (CCDRA), which requested advice regarding their policy challenge on Mobility as a Service (MaaS) for very low-density areas. Discover the key learnings.
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Electric car sharing systems: Key learnings

On 25 April, the Policy Learning Platform hosted the fifth webinar of the e-mobility series on the topic of electric car sharing systems. Watch the recording and access the key learnings.
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Electric fleets: Key learnings

On 18 April, the Policy Learning Platform hosted the fourth webinar of the e-mobility series on the topic of electric fleets. Watch the recording and access the key learnings.
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Replay available: Next generation policymakers

More than 150 participants, 10 talented speakers around an important subject: why continuous learning and cooperation helps policymakers to face today and tomorrow's challenges. Watch the recording.
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Behaviour change and participatory processes for sustainable mobility

On 28 June 2022, the Policy Learning Platform organised its first onsite workshop after more than two years. It took place in Thessaloniki, and more than 50 policymakers from across Europe attended. Explore the key learnings and presentations, and get inspired!
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Policy brief
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Demand responsive transport

Demand responsive transport is a flexible mode of transportation that adapts to the demands of its user groups. It can have significant environmental benefits. This policy brief highlights the benefits of demand responsive transport for European regions.
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E-mobility

Electric mobility has emerged as one of the most promising technological solutions to replace fossil fuels and has the potential to power most forms of personal and public transport.
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Promoting active modes of transport

Regional authorities prioritise the encouragement of active transport thanks to its health and other benefits such as reduction of car use, congestion, and air and noise pollution.
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Get policy advice

Are you looking for help on a regional policy-making challenge or simply have a question? Make use of our Platform services. 

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Policy helpdesk

Get relevant resources and contacts through a written exchange with our experts.
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Matchmaking

Get ideas on how to resolve your policy challenge during a two-hour discussion with peers.
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Peer review

Get in-depth analysis and peer recommendations on your regional policy challenge in two days.

News and events

Explore the latest news and upcoming events on CONNECTED topics.

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EMBRACER Staff exchange sessions launched!

On 27 May, EMBRACER launches its Staff exchange sessions as part of the learning process conducted within the project, between the EMBRACER Partnership Leader - the University of Aveiro, and the Bucharest-Ilfov Regional Development Agency.  
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EMBRACER Project Steering Group Meeting held online

The EMBRACER Project Steering Group Meeting was held online on 7 May with all project partners participating, focusing on the exchange of progress updates and addressing key issues related to the project's ongoing activities.
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Last tips before submitting your project application

The end of the third call is coming fast. Have a look at our final tips for preparing your project application and take advantage of our support tools and events. What are you waiting for? Get started.
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Meet up with the Policy Learning Platform

We're brining together our Platform team and our projects for an online meet-up. Discover what it is all about, how project partners can benefit, and how to engage by contributing to its activities. 
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Mix Your Mode: 3° Stakeholder meeting for Cork

Mix Your Mode – How Mobile are Rural and Urban Edge Places? The Third EMBRACER Regional Stakeholders Meeting took place on 22nd April 2024, hosted by The Environmental Forum & The Transport & Mobility Forum and Cork County Council.
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