We make a difference with digital transformation
New digital technology is here and it is moving fast forward, changing our world as we know it. Digital solutions hold a great potential to underpin core European values such as democracy and caring for the planet.
We support projects that tap into the opportunities and help ensure no one is left behind. Helping SMEs, rural areas, and public agencies to harness digital innovation are central to this effort. Our projects are aligned with the three pillars of digital transformation in the European Union.
Project highlights
Browse through the slideshow to discover key project achievements:
Explore projects promoting digital transformation
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ACCESS: Mainstreaming smart grids With more decentralised green power, grids must get smarter. Can a parking space be an energy hub? Might peer-to-peer trading reduce social costs? ACCESS finds the answers. |
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ART-Forum: Creating a road map for automated transport ART-Forum empowers public authorities to navigate automated transport. How can policies and planning make driverless vehicles part of a green and safe society? |
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AVATAR: Promoting carbon-free transport on water AVATAR supports the evolution of smaller zero emission, automated vessels. The purpose is to use waterways for moving goods and waste between cities and their hinterlands. |
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BITS: Driving cycling forward with ICT BITS uses smart solutions to make cycling safer and more convenient. This supports cycling as the number one choice for short-distance transport. |
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BLING: Exploring blockchain in government Blockchain technology offers untapped opportunities for improving public service delivery. BLING is forging ahead, testing a wide range of possible uses. |
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COM3 : Supporting tech-savvy SMEs in rural areas How can local and regional authorities foster the digital transformation of SMEs in rural areas? The COM3 partners are developing training modules and a unique support model. |
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CORA: Enabling rural regions to level up CORA enables authorities in rural areas to power up the region by building digital skills as well as advanced digital infrastructure and services. |
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Create Converge: Driving economies with creative tech VR, AI, augmented reality: Creative digital solutions are changing our routines. Create Converge promoted the creative tech industry as a driver of regional development. |
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Futures by Design: Enabling rural SMEs to tap into data Futures by Design helps SMEs outside of cities to become drivers of local economies through targeted use of data. |
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GrowIn 4.0: Bringing manufacturing SMEs into the future Getting ready for future technologies such as automation, robotics, and immersive tech is no small task. This project developed a range of tools for manufacturers to get smarter. |
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Like! Building a digital mindset Like! nurtured a digital innovation culture in public administrations. From robotics to digicoaches, the project demonstrated the power of digital in public service delivery. |
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NON-STOP: Developing smarter ports NON-STOP applies new digital solutions at medium-sized ports. The aim is to raise efficiencies by 10% whilst reducing energy consumption and pollution by 10%. |
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NorthSEE: Gaming to align the future of the North Sea NorthSEE identified sustainable joint pathways for blue growth and marine protection in the North Sea. A game-changing serious game is a part of its legacy. |
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PAV: Planning for autonomous vehicles PAV helps cities to integrate autonomous driving in spatial planning, avoiding pitfalls and tapping into the opportunities to make urban transport safer and greener. |
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SCORE: Putting open data to good use The SCORE project demonstrates the power of shared data for improving public services, engaging citizens, and enhancing quality of life in the North Sea Region. |
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SURFLOGH: Hacking the answers to last mile delivery The SURFLOGH partners are no strangers to drones, autonomous driving, internet of things, or any other digital technology that can revolutionise urban logistics. |
