EURESFO has served as a pivotal European initiative since 2013. Organised by ICLEI Local Governments for Sustainability and the European Environment Agency (EEA), it has been acting as a unique exchange platform in the field of resilience. The event brings together city representatives, experts, and stakeholders from local and regional institutions to discuss strategies, initiatives, and actions affiliating to climate change adaptation, disaster management, and the cultivation of urban resilience.

The 2024 edition of EURESFO will be built around three key thematic streams and forth special thematic stream, each addressing crucial aspects of resilience, sustainable development and recovery. The first stream focuses on multilevel governance, cooperation, and the imperative of a just transition. The second thematic stream delves into water resilience and the promotion of the Blue Economy within and beyond the Mediterranean region. The third stream aims at enabling the transformation towards resilient, adaptive, and climate-neutral cities and regions. The fourth special stream focuses on building resilience in fragile settings and bridging the gap between Humanitarian Response to Post-conflict Resilience and Recovery.

The 2024 edition of the European Urban Resilience Forum will take place in the framework of the Valencia Cities Climate Week, together with the Cities Mission Conference and the Energy Cities’ Annual Forum, hosted by the city as part of the Valencia EU Green Capital 2024 celebrations. This collaboration will be a unique opportunity to bring together representatives of cities and regions from across Europe to discuss challenges and opportunities for strengthening resilience in the wider context of sustainable urban development

Registration for the 11th edition of EURESFO is now open! Don’t forget to check out our programme and sessions. Stay tuned and follow us on Instagram and X @Urb_Resilience for all the latest updates and programme announcements for #EURESFO24!

• Perfect your procurement skills in specialist Breakout Sessions
• Be inspired to think more strategically by Disruptors and Game Changers
• Learn from the wisdom of experienced procurers in the Procurement Confessions session
• Engage with procurement peers and learn about their latest tools, actions and initiatives in the ConverStations
• Hear how public money has been directed towards technologies, infrastructure, and businesses that support an innovative, net zero and just sustainable city and society
• Explore the latest international policy updates and the future of procurement

All info about Procura+ in Lisbon 13-14 March 2024 is here

Register here

12th–13th June 2024 in Brussels!

Le Bouche à Oreille

Rue Félix Hap 11, 1040 Etterbeek

All info about this event and how to register can be found at https://expandeo.earsc.org/

This essential gathering aims to promote the Key Exploitable Results of the PROTECT project, showcasing innovative achievements in Earth Observation and climate services. Attendees will engage in reflective discussions on the project’s journey, examining both the successes and challenges encountered during the preparation process to a joint Pre-Commercial Procurement project (HORIZON-CL6-2024-GOVERNANCE-01-5). Furthermore, the event will host forward-looking discussions on the future of Innovation Procurement instruments. These dialogues are crucial for evolving Earth Observation technologies and developing climate services that effectively fit for the needs of the public demand.

Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a pivotal event shaping the future of Earth Observation and climate adaptation in Europe.

Check out all info and the registration form for this event here.

The Programme for Innovation Procurement (PIP) is organising an international conference on innovation procurement on 19 and 20 March 2024 in Tour & Taxis, Brussels. This ON-SITE, IN-PERSON event is organised in close cooperation with the European Commission and the European Innovation Council. It is part of the Research & Innovation Week.

An international conference during the Belgian Presidency of the Council of the European Union provides a unique opportunity to draw attention to this under-used innovation instrument. The conference will allow public buyers, policy makers and companies from Belgium and abroad to exchange experiences on the theory and practice of innovation procurement.

All info and registration: https://www.ewi-vlaanderen.be/en/events/innovation-procurement-conference

Global challenges, local solutions

Cohesion, well-being and sustainability

All info and registration: https://cor.europa.eu/en/summits/2024

The new EAFIP edition offers 4 types of assistance:

1. needs identification & assessment (through prior art analysis & scoping of the procurement need);
2. conducting a market analysis (through an open market consultation & a State-of-the-Art analysis);
3. developing a business case; and
4. preparing the tender specifications & documents and launching the procurement.

This first half-day EAFIP webinar workshop of 2024 will focus on how to conduct abovementioned activities illustrating them through case examples of European projects.

The webinar will also provide the opportunity for participants to ask questions before, during and after the sessions.

Register for this FREE webinar on 30 May 2024 (9:00-12:30 CET) here

The PROTECT team is thrilled to announce its much-anticipated final online workshop, set to convene the thriving community of EO-based climate services providers who actively participated in the PROTECT project activities!

Key Highlights of the Event:

• Outcomes Presentation: Dive into the unveiling of project outcomes directly relevant to providers.
• Next Steps Preview: Gain exclusive insights into the next steps for providers, preparing them for the Horizon Europe Pre-Commercial Procurement project scheduled to commence in Q1 2025. (HORIZON-CL6-2024-GOVERNANCE-01-5: Customisation/pre-operationalisation of prototypes for end-user services in Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation).

Strategic Collaboration Opportunities: Selected providers for the PCP project will receive funding for their R&D services, fostering collaborative efforts to develop prototypes for end-user services in the crucial area of Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation.

Networking and Collaboration:

• B2B Matchmaking: The event is a strategic platform for providers to establish connections, engage with peers, and explore synergies and complementarities.

Event Details:

• Date: 13 February 2023
• Location: Online
• Registration Deadline: 09 February 18:00 CET

Who Should Attend?

• EO Providers
• Climate Service Providers
• Climate Scientists
• Researchers
• Policy-Makers
• Climate Enthusiasts

This workshop is an unparalleled opportunity for professionals and enthusiasts alike to contribute, learn, and network in the realm of climate services procured through innovative procurement approaches.

Registration Link: https://bit.ly/3vKqNZN

Don’t miss out on this exciting event! The PROTECT team eagerly awaits your presence. #ClimateServices #InnovationProcurement #PROTECTWorkshop #ClimateAction #HorizonEurope

Organised as part of the Smart City Expo World Congress Barcelona, the PROTECT project side-event will be the opportunity for public buyers from European cities and regions to shape next generation climate services through innovative procurement approaches.

You can find a detailed agenda here.

The PROTECT workshop is free of charge and you can pre-register here. Participation requires an access pass to the Smart City Expo World Congress Barcelona.

PROTECT supports urgent action for climate adaptation, mitigation and resilience. It enables public authorities to use state-of-the-art public procurement approaches in order to identify solutions – climate services based on Earth Observation – that best fit the specific and systemic needs of the public demand. The focus is on five application domains, namely: Utilities, Green communities, Circular and Bioeconomy, Land use and Marine environment and Civil Security and Protection.