Agenda 2009

 

 

 

> Juin 2009

Semaine de l'innovation - 22/26 juin 2009 - Alsace / France
A l’initiative de la Région Alsace et avec le soutien financier de l’Etat et de l’Europe, et après les éditions 2007 et 2008 des « 4 saisons de l’innovation », les partenaires régionaux de l’innovation s’unissent pour organiser « La Semaine de l’Innovation ». L’ARI Alsace – Agence Régionale de l’Innovation – coordonne la Semaine. Le but de cette semaine de l’Innovation est d’informer les chefs d’entreprise et leurs collaborateurs, de les inciter à innover en exploitant toutes les ressources technologiques, intellectuelles et financières disponibles en Alsace.
Pour de plus amples renseignements : http://www.alsaceterredinnovation.eu/

Green Week Conference 2009 - 23/26 June 2009 - Brussels / Belgium
The annual conference on European environment policy turns the spotlight this year on the multi-faceted challenges of climate change :    * What are the prospects for reaching a new global deal to control climate change at the crucial Copenhagen conference in December?
    * How can we best 'climate-proof' our economies against the impacts of present and future climate change?    * How can we create a carbon-free society by 2050?    * How can we ensure action to address climate change best serves conservation of the ecosystems that support life on Earth?
For further information, please visit : http://ec.europa.eu/environment/greenweek/

Rencontre EUROPE dans le domaine des Transports et de la Mobilité " - 24 juin 2009 - Mulhouse / France
Le pôle de compétitivité Véhicule du Futur, Le Point de Contact National "Transport", le Réseau Europe Alsace et le Réseau Enterprise Europe Network organisent une réunion d'information sur les programmes et les financements européens dans le domaine des transports et de la mobilité.
Pour de plus amples renseignements : http://www.alsaceterredinnovation.eu/mercredi.html?billet=267

Industrial Symbiosis : "Pathway to sustainable low carbon economies in Europe" - 24 June 2009 - Brussels / Belgium
Industrial symbiosis is fast becoming the way to address the current economic and environmental conditions across Europe at a regional, national and even international scale. This supplementary European Green Week 2009 event, hosted by West Midlands in Europe, will demonstrate how one of ETAP’s Eco-Innovation Exemplar projects is contributing to regional economic development in the West Midlands and other regions whilst having a considerable beneficial impact upon the environment. 
For further information, please visit : http://ec.europa.eu/environment/etap/events/agenda/402_en.html

16th annual conference & exhibition "Employment Week 2009" - 24-25 June 2009 - Brussels / Belgium
The Employment Week 2009 programme will look at today’s challenges and opportunities : First, looking at Europe’s human capital, the conference’s agenda will focus on skills development and evaluate how the European workforce is coping with change. Secondly the programme will also present how the European labour market, more generally speaking, is responding to the current economic situation with respect to competitiveness, innovation and restructuring. The conference sessions will introduce a line-up of speakers including political decision makers, business leaders, social partners, representatives of the civil society as well as many other experts who will come on stage to share their views and expert knowledge on today’s key employment issues. Each topic will be illustrated by concrete examples of good practices and innovative solutions.
For further information, please visit : http://www.employmentweek.com/cms.php

2ème édition du SIREME : salon international BtoB des solutions et des innovations liées à la performance énergétique des bâtiments et aux énergies renouvelables - 24/26 juin 2009 - Paris / France
Salon professionnel annuel articulé autour de trois grandes thématiques : Énergies renouvelables multifilières - Maîtrise de l'énergie dans le bâti - Recherche & Développement - Formation.
Pour de plus amples renseignements : http://www.sireme.fr/

"QeC-ERAN: Twenty Years of Urban Experience – Reflections and Perspectives" - 24/26 June 2009 - Brussels / Belgium
QeC-ERAN, a network of cities, regions, NGOs and research organizations that has grown up with EU urban policy, is celebrating its 20th anniversary.  The organization came into existence with the support of the former DGXXVI, now DG Regional Policy, in order to help develop and implement some of the first Urban Pilot Projects.  The network was instrumental in securing the URBAN programme.  Its members are connected by a number of features but a key ‘red thread’ in the work of the network has been the URBAN programme as well as the territorial exchange programmes such as INTERREG and URBACT. The year 2009 also marks 20 Years for the Brussels Regional Capital. Urban development in Brussels has ‘shadowed’ the evolution of EU Policy.  A series of EU co-financed interventions have taken place alongside broader urban and community development programmes. As such, Brussels provides a unique ‘living laboratory’ for reviewing the past twenty years and also looking ahead to the next ten years.
For further information, please visit : http://www.qec-eran.org/index.htm

Presentation From Wood to Wheel - the energy revolution from northern Sweden - 25 June 2009 - Brussels / Belgium
Introduction and presentation of the role of renewable energy for the Swedish Presidency by Per-Anders Widell, Deputy Energy Counsellor, Permanent Representation of Sweden to the EU / The world leading wood bio-refinery concepts – transforming the forest industry by Solander Science Park and Processum  / Ways to stimulate regional SME's – public procurement of cleantech solutions by the ECO-municipalities of the County of Västernorrland.
For further information, please contact : info@northsweden.eu

Conference “ Which Cohesion Policy after 2013 ? ” - 29 June 2009 - Lille / France
Through this event, participants will be able to listen to the points of view of the Committee of the Regions, of the European Commission and of the Council of Europe.
For further information, please contact : partenalia.bxl@skynet.be

17th European Biomass Conference and Exhibition - 29 June / 3 July 2009 - Hamburg / Germany
With the development of renewables and with biomass playing an increasing important role in the energy mix, this Conference will allow us to discuss the various uses of biomass and it’s interactions, especially regarding transport, heat and electricity but also for other uses such as bio-materials and green chemistry. Bioenergy is already now a reality in large parts of the world, not any more a hypothesis for the future, and quantitative targets have often been set. Parallel to the Conference, international Exhibitors from industries and research will be present.
For further information, please visit : http://www.conference-biomass.com/index.htm

eris@ workshop on ICT for sustainable development - 30 June 2009 - Brussels / Belgium
Workshop "Information & communications technologies tools for supporting and promoting more sustainable regional development". We face an increasing number of challenges to our ways and quality of life including global warming and climate change. Accordingly, Europe and its regions need to explore and adopt more sustainable forms development if our quality of life is to be maintained or enhanced. ICTs have an important role to play helping to reduce the environmental impact of industry and society, and to increase our understanding of our environment so that we can better protect it for future generations.
For further information, please visit : http://www.erisa.be/_layouts/loginErisa.aspx?ReturnUrl=%2f_layouts%2fAuthenticate.aspx%3fSource%3d%252fDocuments%252fWorkshop%252520Agenda%252520Sustainablity%25252030%252d6%252d09%252520v4%252epdf&Source=%2fDocuments%2fWorkshop%2520Agenda%2520Sustainablity%252030%2d6%2d09%2520v4%2epdf

 

 

> Juillet 2009

Réunion d’information sur "EUROSTARS", un nouveau dispositif de soutien aux PME innovantes - 1er juillet 2009 - Strasbourg / France
Au programme de la demi-journée :  * Présentation du Réseau Europe Alsace (REA) et du Réseau Enterprise Europe Network  pour un meilleur accès des PME alsaciennes aux programmes européens en faveur de l’innovation;  *  Zoom sur l'appel à projets EUROSTARS : retour sur le premier appel à projets, contenu, modalités de participation et conseils pratiques pour optimiser votre candidature; * Mode de fonctionnement d’EUREKA et du programme EUROSTARS;  * Témoignage d’une entreprise ayant participé à un programme EUROSTARS.
Pour de plus amples renseignements : http://alsaceinnovation.alsaeco.com/agenda/2009/eurostars-un-nouveau-dispositif-de-soutien-aux-pme-innovantes-fr,823381.html

Séminaire sur les stratégies régionales d’innovation - 2 juillet 2009 - Paris / France
Les acteurs des SRI (stratégies régionales d’innovation) des services déconcentrés de l’Etat sont invités à partager leurs expériences et à échanger avec leurs homologues des autres régions sur les difficultés et les enjeux de la phase stratégique dans laquelle ils se trouvent aujourd’hui. Dans le cadre de la mise en œuvre des Programmes opérationnels 2007-2013, les régions doivent en effet élaborer une stratégie régionale d’innovation avant la fin de l’année 2009. Ces stratégies se déroulent en deux phases : une phase de diagnostic, qui permet aux régions de faire le point sur leurs faiblesses et leurs atouts, et une phase stratégique où Etat et Région doivent définir des priorités stratégiques communes. La phase de diagnostic est en cours d’achèvement dans quasiment toutes les régions, et la période de mai à septembre devrait être entièrement consacrée à la rédaction des SRI proprement dites.
Pour de plus amples renseignements : http://www.projetsdeurope.gouv.fr

Forum européen "Pour une politique européenne en faveur de la Culture?" -  2-3 juillet 2009 - Montpellier / France
Forum organisé par la Région Languedoc-Roussillon, en partenariat avec l'Eurorégion Pyrénées-Méditerranée, l'ADCEI et le réseau Euromedinculture, avec le soutien de la Commission européenne. A l'occasion de la présidence de l'Eurorégion Pyrénées-Méditerranée qu'elle assurera à partir du 18 juin prochain, la Région Languedoc-Roussillon a souhaité axer une partie des travaux de ces 2 journées sur les Eurorégions et notamment sur la place qu'elles accordent aux politiques culturelles comme élément structurant des territoires.
Contact pour de plus amples renseignements : klepandy.vanessa@cr-languedocroussillon.fr

1st International Congress on Corporate Social Responsibility "Badalona Moda" - 9-10 July 2009 - Barcelona / Spain
Badalona Moda will promote best practices in the field of human and labour rights, environment and health. Also, issues related to consumer behaviour and awareness will be discussed.
For further information, please visit : http://www.bdnmoda.org/english/index.html

Renewable Energy and Clean Tech – Tools for Regional Development - 20-21 July 2009 - Östersund / Sweden 
The purpose of the conference is to agree on a position document containing concrete proposals for boosting local, regional, national and European sustainable regional development through innovation in renewable energies and clean technology. This document will be communicated to the informal EU Council meeting in Åre on the 23–24 July.
For further information, please visit : http://www.rdc2009.se/

 

 

> Août 2009

International Conference - Masters and Mentors 2009 - Meanings and Methods in Older Adult's Sporting Activities - 9/12 August 2009 - Lahti / Finland
The aim of the Conference is to bring together researchers, developers, professionals and other people who are interested in the interplay of ageing and exercise. The Conference is also suitable as further and advanced training for specialists, students and professionals and for anyone interested in the field. The main themes of the Conference are ageing and sports – motivation, meanings, and issues related to training. Other themes of the scientific symposia of the Conference include ageing and functional capacity, ageing and volunteer activities, support and services, and innovations and good practices in the promotion of exercise along with related socio-cultural meanings and philosophical questions.
For further information, please visit : http://www.lahtisbp.fi/en/conferences_and_seminars/masters_and_mentors_09

"Interact 2009" workshop on co-creation in Living Labs - 24 August 2009 - Uppsala / Sweden
The workshop objective is to explore Living Lab practices for co-creation, and develop a manifesto for Living Lab co-creation.
For further information, please visit : http://owela.vtt.fi/cocreation/

 

 

> Septembre 2009

Première conférence nationale des « jumelages et partenariats, accélérateurs de citoyenneté européenne » - 11-12 septembre 2009 - Tours / France
Avec des membres du Parlement européen, des représentants de la Commission, des intervenants d’institutions nationales et internationales, vous êtes invités à exprimer votre point de vue sur les nouvelles perspectives de coopération qui s’offrent à vous dans l’Europe du 21ème siècle. Dans le cadre d’ateliers spécifiques (citoyenneté européenne, mobilité des jeunes, réseaux de coopération, solidarité Nord-Sud, Balkans…) et grâce aux témoignages de nombreux acteurs locaux engagés dans diverses formes de coopération, chacun pourra trouver de nouvelles sources d’inspiration pour insuffler une nouvelle dynamique aux futurs échanges organisés dans le cadre des partenariats existants ou à venir.
Pour de plus amples renseignements : http://www.afccre.org/fr/article.asp?id=3601

9e édition de la conférence des villes : « Villes-monde, le défi urbain » - 23 septembre 2009 - Paris / France
L’enjeu de cette neuvième édition de la Conférence des Villes est de répondre au défi urbain et humain que constitue la ville-monde. Il s’agit de repenser l’urbanisation, l’architecture, l’aménagement du territoire, la mobilité, pour imaginer la ville post-carbone, et tenter de répondre aux enjeux du développement urbain durable dans sa triple dimension économique, sociale et environnementale. Maires de Grandes Villes, élus internationaux, chercheurs, chefs d’entreprises, participeront à ce rendez-vous.
Pour de plus amples renseignements : http://conferencedesvilles.com/

Conference “Energy efficiency – regional solutions for the future” and AER Committee 1 Plenary meeting - 22/24 September 2009 - Sundsvall / Sweden
The objective of the conference is to highlight the major role that regional and local authorities can play in advancing energy efficiency policies and in lowering our nations’ reliance on energy supplies As the world continuously faces challenges with regard to increasing energy prices and constraints on energy transmission, regions should turn to energy efficient practices, as they are proven to be the clean, secure and reliable method of lowering our energy consumption. AER event will focus on the following topics:  * How to improve the effectiveness of regional energy policies through interregional cooperation programs, large-scale information exchange and sharing of experience?  * How to finance energy efficiency (Structural Funds, FP7, European Investement Bank loans);  * How to incorporate energy smart design principles into residential and commercial sector, and public services?  * What are the newest and most effective energy efficient technologies and practices?  * How to raise awareness about energy efficiency among citizens in order to reduce energy consumption and balance out the energy demand and resource supply ratio?
For further information, please visit : http://www.aer.eu/events/regional-development/2009/more4nrg-conference-energy-efficiency-regional-solutions-for-the-future.html

Second annual Culture Programme Conference and mid-term European Culture Forum - 28/30 September 2009 - Brussels / Belgium
The Culture Programme Conference on Monday 28 September will present past and ongoing projects (funded by Culture 2000 and the Culture Programme 2007-2013), encouraging exchange of experience and good practice between cultural operators. The European Culture Forum on 29-30 September aims to bring together around 600 participants from culture civil society, Member States and EU institutions to take stock of progress in implementing the European Agenda for Culture. Over two days, participants will exchange views and experience around the three strategic objectives of the Agenda: cultural diversity and intercultural dialogue; culture as a catalyst for creativity; and culture as a vital element in the EU's international relations. Keynote speeches, panel discussions and workshops will all feed the debate.
For further information, please visit : http://ec.europa.eu/culture/news/news1904_en.htm

 

> Octobre 2009

"Objectif Com’ 2009" : la rencontre des acteurs de la communication sur les Fonds européens - 1er et 2 octobre 2009 - Strasbourg / France
Ce second séminaire « Objectif Com’ » est destiné à mobiliser l’ensemble des acteurs impliqués dans la communication sur les Fonds européens en France. Il vise à faire le point sur les réalisations effectuées dans le cadre des plans de communication de la période 2007-2013 mais également à proposer des perspectives pour mieux communiquer. Cet événement permettra en outre aux acteurs concernés d’échanger sur leurs bonnes pratiques, leurs expériences et leurs réalisations.
Pour de plus amples renseignements : http://www.polynome.fr/objectif-com2009/

Charter conference "From the European Charter for Small Enterprises to the Small Business Act" - 5 - 6 October 2009 - Stockholm / Sweden
The conference will present good practices from the following policy areas:  * Cash flow for business growth - reducing late payments and incentives for reinvesting profits  * Fostering eco-innovation and energy efficiency in SMEs  * Fostering creativity in entrepreneurship  * Fostering Women’s entrepreneurship  * Business dynamics: easier bankruptcy procedures and business transfers  * Easier access to public procurement.
For further information, please visit : http://ec.europa.eu/enterprise/newsroom/cf/itemshortdetail.cfm?item_id=2107

European Day of Tourism and European Tourism Forum - 8-9 october 2009 - Brussels / Belgium
Further information will be disseminated as soon as possible : http://ec.europa.eu/enterprise/tourism/events/other_events/index_en.htm

12th Annual Global Conference of the Competitiveness Institute : Learning Clusters - 12/16 October 2009 - Jyväskylä / Finland
The Competitiveness Institute is a global practitioners’ network for competitiveness, clusters and innovation. Its Annual Global Conference is a meeting point of practitioners, policy-makers, researchers and business leaders working towards competitiveness in businesses, regions and clusters. Each year, different experts from over 40 countries gather to share ideas, build alliances and explore the latest trends in cluster-based policies and best-practices in cluster development and management. 
For further information, please visit : http://www.clusters2009.com/

Conference "Between economic and climate crisis : Can Copenhagen show a way out?" - 28 October 2009 - Brussels / Belgium
Last chance before the UN Climate Change Conference in Copenhagen in December to discuss the EU perspective on best ways to reconcile climate protection and economic growth, including the role of "green recovery" measures and carbon markets, as well as business visions for a low-carbon society. BUSINESSEUROPE's conference will bring together senior policy-makers and business representatives from the EU as well as from international players like the US and China.
For further information, please visit : http://www.businesseurope.eu/Content/Default.asp?PageID=558

 

 

> Novembre 2009

10th EMBO/EMBL Science & Society Conference - "Food, sustainability and plant science - a global challenge" - 6-7 November 2009 - Heidelberg / Germany
The conference will examine the future of sustainable agriculture from the perspectives of plant science, technology and society. How can science contribute to addressing global challenges such as the requirement to feed a growing population, climate change and biological threats to yields? How can individuals make informed decisions whether the new technologies are safe and effective in the battle against hunger?
For further information, please visit : http://www.embo.org/policy-and-society/science-society/conferences/2009.html

 

 

> Décembre 2009

2009 Annual Polis Conference "Unlocking the economic and environmental potential of innovation in urban and regional mobility" - 10-11 December 2009 - Brussels / Belgium
Conference 2009 aims to : * Learn about the innovative transport actions and policies pursued by cities and regions against a backdrop of climate change, the economic downturn and financial crisis.  * Gain insight to the future direction of urban and regional mobility.  * Learn about current practice and future plans to:  • Reduce the environmental impact of road transport; • More effectively manage the movement of people and goods; • Deliver safer roads and a more secure transport network; • Finance transport systems and improve accessibility.  * Gain an understanding of the research needs for sustainable mobility in cities and regions.  
For further information, please visit : http://www.polis-online.org/