Synopsis: Entrepreneurship: Economics:


Recommendation on the digitisation and online accessibility of cultural material and digital preservation.pdf.txt

technologies for economic growth, job creation and the quality of life of European citizens, as part of the Europe 2020 strategy.

part of projects having an impact on the regional economy. However, such use could be more widespread and systematic.

solutions voluntarily developed by stakeholders may be needed in the Member States taking into account the need to ensure a cross-border effect.

therefore be encouraged in close cooperation with all stakeholders 13) In order to allow wide access to and use of public domain content,

and achieve economies of scale, which may imply the pooling of digitisation efforts by cultural institutions and

identified and agreed by stakeholders for the large scale digitisation and cross -border accessibility of works that are out-of-commerce

which may bring about economies of scale e) ensuring the use of common digitisation standards defined by Europeana in


Regional Planning Guidelines_SouthEastIreland.pdf.txt

the priorities set by the Government Strategy, †Building Ireland†s Smart Economy †A Framework for Sustainable

Waterford Knowledge Campus has the potential to be a significant element in driving the knowledge economy

regional economy and a range of policies is included to support their development. Retailing is a major con

-tributor to the regional economy and is a significant factor in achieving the vitality and viability of town and

knowledge economy. The Regional Authority has been involved in the roll out of broadband infrastructure and Section 6 sets out policies to support the provision of telecommunications infrastructure,

1. To develop the Smart Economy 2. To improve transport infrastructure and services 3. To deliver first class energy and communications

and †Building Ireland†s Smart Economy †A Frame -work for Sustainable Economic Renewal. â€

of social and economic policies as well as a productive and competitive economy and the availability of rewarding

cities and Hub towns to achieve the goals of economic growth in the regions and provide for major

investment in the rural economy •Invest in long-term environmental sustainability to achieve our national goal of preserving the

and support higher levels of economic activity and improved quality of life There is a distinctive settlement pattern in the South†East Region

economic activity in rural areas will be based on the region†s extensive and attractive coastline, river valleys and

1. 4. 2 Economy At September 2009,202, 500 people were employed in the region (Q3nhs, Jul-Sept 2009.

strong growth in employment over the 10 years up to 2007, the downturn since then in the economy has resulted

and value adding potential of economic growth and to achieve more sustainable patterns of settlement with the Gateway and Hubs as key areas for growth

Public policies and investments, the performance of the economy and national, regional and local planning

-opment challenge is shifting from one of managing growth to stimulating economic activity in a positive and

Within the context of the current economic downturn, a national and regional spatial development strategy like

infrastructure (until recently one of the highest in Europe relative to the size of the economy, expenditure be

The regional economy of the Southeast is based primarily on agriculture, manufacturing and services, tour -ism, fishing and aquaculture.

Economic activity in indigenous companies is dispersed more widely across the region. The competitiveness of this sector will depend on local infrastructure, broadband and telecommunications and access improvements

A combination of strong locally based economic activity, with high added value inward investment, will be key to

the success of the regional economy 2. 2. 3 Agriculture, Rural Development and the Marine

The Regional Authority has stated previously its objective to maintain the rural economy which is vital to the

as a base for strong and diversified rural economies. Efficient agricultural, marine and natural resource sectors

of off-farm employment, will be the mainstays of a strong rural economy. However, the mix and concentra

There is obvious potential for sustainable economic growth in this area given that the Southeast Region has 434 kms. of coastline, the most attractive climate in Ireland for outdoor activities and an abundance of existing

Fishing Ports are an important part of the economy along the Southeast coast, with Duncannon, Kilmore

of value-added shore based economic activity. This would contribute substantially to the economic development of the region

the emergence of the knowledge economy in the region. The absence of a University in the Southeast Region

development within the Rosslare-Dublin corridor has significant potential for generating economic activity in the Southeast Region

9. Potential for development of the Green Economy and renewable energies 10. Potential for sustainable development of heritage

9. Potential for development of the Green Economy and renewable energies 10. Potential for sustainable development of heritage

•Providing for world class higher education, research and development and links to the knowledge economy •Tackling inequality, educational disadvantage and social deprivation by providing improved public services and

A3 Promotion of the Knowledge Economy through increasing high-level research and development in the Higher and Further Education Institutes and developing industry †academic co-operation and links

neighbourhoods and support local economies B6 Ensuring the availability and affordability of housing in cities, towns and villages, supported by clear rural

D5 Development of the Green Economy in rural areas; actively promoting the exploitation of wind energy and

This campus will accommodate the knowledge economy by linking academia with entrepreneurship and foreign direct investment.

and smaller settlements both to support local economies and to accommodate additional population in a way that supports the viability of public transport and local

-tween supporting a well-diversified rural economy and the protection of the environmental assets that attract

The recent period from 2008 to 2010 has been dominated by the global economic downturn. It has had a

which has impacted negatively on the regional economy The Regional Authority, together with public and private agencies in the region, is determined to address the

circumstances and effects of the economic downturn and is planning for recovery and sustainable economic growth for the region.

economic strategy will be sustained by a renewed emphasis on the knowledge economy, high level research enhanced access by road, rail, the Regional Airport and region†s ports at Rosslare, Waterford and New Ross

†Building Ireland†s Smart Economy †A Framework for Sustainable Economic Renewal†sets out five priorities

1. Securing the Enterprise Economy and Restoring Competitiveness 2. Building the Ideas Economy †Creating †The Innovation Islandâ€

3. Enhancing the Environment and Securing Energy Supplies; Increasing the production and use of renewable

regional economy, some of which are supported by City/County Enterprise Boards Overseas industry is concentrated mainly in electronics and precision engineering, pharmaceuticals and

This strategy will focus on policies to help the region move out of the economic downturn. Existing policy initia

above in the Government Strategy †Building Ireland†s Smart Economy †A Framework for Sustainable Eco

Certain conditions must apply to support increased economic activity and regional competitiveness if more spatially balanced patterns of development are to evolve

•The potential for development of economic activity must be driven by advantages derived from exchange of

the knowledge economy in the region, offering a cluster for academia business and entrepreneurship •Strong cities and towns are needed to support a competitive business environment,

Pharmaceuticals, the Green Economy and Renewable Energy. The Southeast Region has a growing number of

A critical mass of economic activity and opportunities will be facilitated by Development of Waterford Regional Airport Improved public transport services and facilities as recommended by the Waterford City Public transport

The potential of larger towns and District Towns to support sustainable economic activity will need to be supported

support the regional economy and sustainable economic development To increase access to education, training and lifelong learning possibilities to enhance social integration and

and would enable the rural economy to be more ro -bust and less sensitive to changes in outside markets.

in partnership with key stakeholders will develop a Strategic Commercial and Leisure Development Framework for

economy and tourist sectors There is a significant opportunity for planning authorities, the Department of Communications, Energy and

PPO 4. 3 It is an objective of the Regional Authority to work in partnership with key stakeholders to

Building the knowledge economy is a long-term investment. It is imperative that the region is positioned to take

knowledge driven competitive advantage across all sectors of the economy 4 Advice to the Minister for Education & Science on the application by Waterford Institute of technology for designation as a

the Knowledge Economy in the Southeast Region and the Regional Authority supports the following strategic objectives

Ireland†s emphasis on the knowledge economy is a key target of future eco -nomic development.

The retail sector contributes significantly to the growth in employment and to the economic growth of the

The role of tourism in the development of the economy of the Southeast has very significant potential.

Manufacturing continues to make an important contribution within the economy of the Southeast and rep

the entire country) is to shift economic growth toward export oriented sectors and activities The outline demonstrates the suite of assets that provide a platform for growth;

There are many actions that can be taken at a regional level, with the relevant regional stakeholders

with the priorities of the Government Strategy †Building Ireland†s Smart Economy †A Framework for Sus

apply to each sector of the economy and to the Regional Competitiveness Agenda developed by Forfã¡

types of enterprise sectors and the significant potential of tourism to contribute to the rural economy

The significant role of tourism in the regional economy is recognised and its future development requires

economic activity. For Park & Ride to operate successfully, facilities should be located •adjacent to railway stations

in terms of value-added shore based economic activity. This would contribute substantially to the economic development of the region.

economic activity. The regional airport has potential for expansion and an increased role in access to Ireland

Public policies and investments, the performance of the economy, and national, regional and local planning policies have changed over the last six years since the adoption of the Regional Planning

economic activity in a positive and sustainable manner Within the context of the current economic downturn, a national and regional spatial development

strategy like the NSS has even greater relevance because it provides the framework for co-ordinat

capital infrastructure (until recently one of the highest in Europe relative to the size of the economy

commerce that will be an extra boost to the economic growth of the region PPO 6. 6 It is an objective of the Regional Authority to support the extension of the Bord Gá

-tion and investment in low-carbon technology are consistent with global economic growth 6. 3. 2 National Obligations

partnership with local authorities and other stakeholders Local authorities should also develop Climate Change Strategies, which will have significant influence over

-tant base for the knowledge economy PPO 7. 5 The Regional Authority supports the development of improved public library services

>Sustain economic growth and employment >Provide levels of income support to those relying on social welfare sufficient to sustain dignity and avoid

agricultural, social and economic policies, as well as in any other policies with possible direct or indirect impact on landscape

Services, are recognised increasingly as essential resources that sustain our economy, society and individual well being.

contribute to the rural economy and, importantly, further contribute to the social and community infrastructure in

-ment departments, stakeholders and other interested parties having regard to the development of a National Integrated Coastal Zone Management Strategy.

of CFRAMS for the region will assist these stakeholders in examining flood risk within their own specific areas of

Guidelines by the local authorities, OPW and other stakeholders. In assessing the delivery of the Regional Stra

local economic activity and wider regional benefits A key step in the implementation of the Regional Planning Guidelines will,

1. TO DEVELOP THE SMART ECONOMY A. Developing the innovation potential in the region though development of a University of the Southeast by

Public policies and investments, the performance of the economy, and national, regional and local planning policies have changed over the last six years since the adoption of the Regional Planning

economic activity in a positive and sustainable manner Within the context of the current economic downturn, a national and regional spatial development

strategy like the NSS has even greater relevance because it provides the framework for co-ordinat

capital infrastructure (until recently one of the highest in Europe relative to the size of the economy


REINVENT EUROPE.pdf.txt

Management, School of business, Economics and Law, University of Gothenburg The panel would like to thank all those who participated in the online consultation from July to

transforming economy. This report provides an inspiring, ambitious and very necessary part of the answer. It shows

This holds for companies, for regions, for national economies and even more so for the European union as a

concerning the transformation of Europe towards a knowledge-based and future-oriented economy Andreas Pyka, Professor in Innovation Economics, University of Stuttgart-Hohenheim;

President of the Lisbon Civic Forum We, as a network of European third sector leaders, welcome the recommendations of the Business Panel on the future

The third sector is acknowledged as a stakeholder in the European economy, on an equal footing with business and public administration.

changes in society and the economy. For citizens, this means unleashing the potential of a broad range of ideas

policies, with fast developments in emerging economies such as China and Brazil. This presents new opportunities

most competitive global knowledge economy and is not investing eff ectively or appropriately in the infrastructure

older people in our societies and economies X Future of the young Countries as diverse as Spain, Sweden and Ireland all face

destruction†to borrow a phrase from the economist Schumpeter. We need creative destruction, which means

2 The Social Economy in the European union: Summary of the Report drawn up for the European Economic and Social

Committee by the International Centre of Research and Information on the Public, Social and Cooperative Economy (CIRIEC

Summary of OECD Roundtable on responding to the economic crisis: Fostering industry restructuring and renewal, Paris 1 april

for the green economy, for large-scale renewable energy generation, for mass electric transport, for zero emission

low carbon economy The EU has a Technology Platform and R&d on smart grids, but no clear policy

and economic policy is necessary to move further to develop European regulation in such a way as to stimulate innovation and entrepreneurship

invention/research processes and related exchanges, yet the intellectual property economy still is stifl ed by an opaque and asymmetric functioning †with correspondingly very signifi cant lost

opportunities and value for Europe in the increasingly critical knowledge economy: -dominance of large actors, unequal access to information, secrecy of price formation†all of which result in

In the new knowledge-dominated economy, research and its commercialisation are global by nature †so is the scale of resources needed to successfully deploy the vision outlined here

investment Fund of which CDC is a founding shareholder 25 2. 5) New places for new types of

School of business, Economics and Law, University of Gothenburg 30 Mandate of the panel Context DG Enterprise and Industry of the European commission is currently developing ideas for the future

stakeholders can present views to the panel The secretariat will be provided by DG Enterprise and Industry and meetings will be held in Brussels

economy and society. The Panel has worked with the notion that innovation will create a new future,

of the economist Schumpeter, which views innovation as essential to economic and societal transformations over periods of

economic system which continues to generate novelty and select amongst alternatives Verspagen 2005: 496 The Schumpeterian approach is in contrast to

changes in economies. Indeed, economics generally tackles issues of technology, labour and growth in relation to an explanation of

individual behavior and price mechanisms which together lead to an effi cient allocation of resources within a set of constraints (Hanusch

The Economist started a new †Schumpeter†column in Fall 2009, in recognition that business

creative destruction†(The Economist 2009 In Capitalism, Socialism and Democracy Schumpeter states â€oethe fundamental impulse that sets and keeps

the economy keeps changing, and thereby creating new futures. Nelson (1996: 87) argues that this is â€oeschumpeter†s most consistent and

-Schumpeterian Economics, Hanusch and Pyka (2007: 1161) stress that modern neo -Schumpeterian scholars have developed these

and economies can take a narrow corridor for growth between bubble and stagnation, seen over historical time

importance to how the economy changes †especially after the fi nancial and industrial crises starting in 2008

the economic system) through innovations new knowledge, new organizations competences and market creation. If change is

continue to disrupt the economy, thereby sometimes fundamentally changing activities and moving the economy in new directions

One implication is that public policy must support the †change†processes. Fundamental transformation may lead to reactions, such

parts of the economic system (Mckelvey and Holmã n 2006. Such tensions spring, for example, from diff erential rates of change

8 Nelson goes on to argue that †standard equilibrium theory in economics cannot cope with it and its economic consequencesâ€

to bridge liquidity gaps (e g. ensure banks keep lending to business, government-backed loan guarantees or loans for small fi rms,

relevance to the economy. These can be new goods, a new quality of a good, new method

POLICY RESPONSES TO THE ECONOMIC CRISIS: Investing in innovation for long term growth. June 2009. Report proceeded by the Innovation Strategy Portal www. oecd. org/innovation/strategy/portal

from traditional economics arguments of market failure, direct cost-benefi t analysis and industrial organization (Metcalfe 1995

European union, especially how the economics of innovation approach provides new insights upon governance of public policy

means that stakeholders should be more directly involved in setting policy •Design a fl exible organizational structure for

communities and stakeholders It is clear from the Panel†s ideas that radically new thinking is needed to think about the

development and the economy as a whole†in Hanusch, H. and A. Pyka (2007. Elgar Companion

to Neo-Schumpeterian Economics. Chelthenham, U k.:Edward Elgar Publishers Arrow, K. J. 1962. Economic Welfare and the Allocation of Resources for Invention, In Richard Nelson (ed

The Economist (2009. Schumpeter: Taking fl ight. Schumpeter Column September 17th, 2009 Edler, J. and L Georghioiu (2007.

Technical Change and Economic theory. London and New york Pinter Publisher Georghiou, L. 2006. †Eff ective Innovation Policies for Europe †the Missing Demand-side. †Report for the

Elgar Companion to Neo-Schumpeterian Economics. Chelthenham, U k Edward Elgar Publishers Kuhlman, S. 2001. †Governance of innovation policy in Europe †three scenarios†Research Policy, Vol 30

Perspectives†in P. Stoneman (ed). Handbook of the Economics of Innovation and Technological Change. Oxford:

Flexibility and Stability in the Innovating Economy. Oxford university Press Nelson, R. 1996. The Sources of Economic growth.

Harvard university Press Nelson, R. 1977. The moon and the ghetto. New york: WW Norton & Company

†The Simple Economics of Basic Scientifi c Researchâ€. The Journal of Political economy Vol. 67

Cambridge Journal of Economics. Vol. 33, No 4 Salter, Ammon J. and Ben R. Martin,(2001:

economy. This report provides an inspiring, ambitious and very necessary part of the answer. †Geoff Mulgan, Director, The Young Foundation


Research and Innovation Strategy for the smart specialisation of Catalonia.pdf.txt

4. 3. Participation of quadruple helix stakeholders...59 4. 4. Monitoring, evaluation and review system...

potential for cooperation amongst stakeholders (from both the inter-sector and intra -sector perspectives RIS3CAT was formulated in accordance with in depth analysis of the strengths

weaknesses, opportunities and threats of the Catalan economy taking into account the different sectors and technological capabilities.

that provide the structure for the activities that will enable the Catalan economy to successfully tackle the major social and economic challenges of the 21st century

sustainable economy that combines talent, creativity, a diversified business fabric and its own excellent research system within the framework of a dynamic, enterprising and

and to reorient the Catalan economy towards a growth model that is smarter, more sustainable and more inclusive

To promote new emerging economic activities through research and innovation to create and develop new market niches

in order to promote major collaborative initiatives involving quadruple helix stakeholders R&i system, companies, government and innovation users.

R&i system stakeholders will gradually define the smart specialisation of Catalonia Although the RIS3CAT strategy is led by the Government, research and innovation

stakeholders play the main role in its development. RIS3CAT governance establishes a results-oriented, continuous monitoring, evaluation and review system for the objectives

green economy ï§Non-technological innovation ï§Training and talent Tools Leading sectors Emerging activities Crosscutting enabling

-Analysis of the Catalan economy: strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats -Analysis of the leading sectors and capacities in crosscutting enabling technologies

The European economies face major challenges, in both the short and long terms. The immediate priority is a return to growth and job creation,

Figure 1. Global Challenges Facing the European Economies Budgetary consolidation and structural reforms are necessary conditions to ensure the

competitiveness of the European economies, but they are not sufficient. The European Union (EU) response to the major challenges posed takes the form of the Europe 2020

-carbon economy and competitive industry 1. Framework 12 Within this framework, Innovation Union, one of the seven flagship initiatives in the

stakeholders (universities, industry, governments and innovation users) is key to generating new opportunities, creating wealth and employment and providing a

European economies, focusing on the following thematic objectives 1. Strengthening research, technological development and innovation

4. Supporting the shift towards a low-carbon, low energy-intensive economy in all sectors

Enhancing institutional capacity of public authorities and stakeholders and efficient public administration 1. Framework 15

and low energy-intensive economy (thematic objectives 1, 2, 3 and 4), and at least 20%on Objective 4

-intensive economy in all sectors 5. To promote climate change adaptation and risk prevention and management

4. Collaborative leadership, involving all quadruple helix stakeholders in efficient innovation systems that generate synergies between financing instruments

real, solid drivers for economic growth Figure 5. Parameters for Defining RIS3 Choices Governments are required to draw up a document setting out their regional strategies

Stakeholder cooperation RIS3S promote economic and knowledgespecialisations adapted to the potential for innovation in each region, based on its assets and capacities

economy and reorienting the production sector towards a smarter, more sustainable and more inclusive economic model

economy Within the ECAT 2020 framework and based on a shared vision of the country towards the year 2020, RIS3CAT promotes

-Cooperation amongst the quadruple helix stakeholders to generate new opportunities for the creation of wealth and employment and to provide a

4. The participation of R&i stakeholders and companies 5. Coordination with State and EU policies

formed by representatives from the ministries of Economy and Knowledge and Business and Labour (see Section 4, Governance.

threats to the Catalan economy based on SWOT analyses carried out previously in Catalonia and on which there is broad agreement amongst stakeholders in the

research and innovation system. The participatory process that took place in 2008 and 1. European

stakeholders R&i System Companies Administrationusers Contributions Contributions Contributions The initial version of the document was

stakeholders and civil society in general in an online public consultation process. This consultation attracted considerable participation (176 contributions), mainly from the

economy and the analysis of its strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats (see the document â€oeanalysis of the Catalan economy:

strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threatsâ€), the Catalan economy is diversified highly and open with a large industrial

base. Within a context of globalisation and recession, the Catalan production system is undergoing a process of structural change:

different stakeholders (research centres, technology centres, knowledge-intensive industrial and service companies †engineering, design, etc. †administrations and

Analysis of the Catalan economy has led to the identification of three key vectors that will enable Catalonia to successfully tackle the great social and economic challenges of

3. The third vector is the firm commitment to transforming the Catalan economy towards a green economy.

In response to the global challenges caused by climate change, the impact of human activity and scarcity of natural resources, the green

economy offers promising niches for specialisation and generates opportunities to improve and enhance efficiency in all economic sectors

Figure 7. Vectors Driving the Transformation of the Catalan Economy The shared vision for the country towards 2020 takes into account all these elements

and sustainable economy that combines talent, creativity, a diversified business fabric and its own excellent research system within the

2. To promote new emerging economic activities through research, creativity and innovation in order to create and exploit new market niches

To promote new emerging economic activities through research and innovation to create and develop new market niches

The three vectors that drive the transformation of the Catalan economy (industrial tradition, quality of life and the green economy) and the implementation of the seven

criteria listed below enables the identification of seven leading sectors in which Catalonia has competitive advantages, critical mass and future opportunities

4. Potential to generate new economic activity and employment, based on such factors as intensive use of labour and current growth of leading companies

6. Tradition of cooperation amongst quadruple helix innovation stakeholders evaluated according to several indicators: technology transfer, formalised clusters

to provide tools to explore new economic activities based on a market opportunity, a technological need or new knowledge generated through cooperation by stakeholders

in different sectors The process of drawing up RIS3CAT revealed several areas of emerging activity, such

role in the emergence of new economic activities, improving the efficiency of production processes and reorienting the production system towards segments of greater added

and its dissemination in the economic system are therefore, key to the competitiveness of companies in a given territory.

cooperation amongst stakeholders in the research and innovation system, enhance the competitiveness of the production system and find solutions to respond to new needs

-R&i as a driver for economic growth -Quadruple helix public-private cooperation -Critical mass -International competitive advantage

economy ï§Non-technological innovation ï§Training and talent Tools Pillar 1 Pillar 2 Pillar 3 Pillar 4

-Generation of new opportunities for economic activity and employment -Efficient use of resources (green economy There follows a description of the general characteristics of each of these tools (T) and

the public policies that directly affect the innovation environment (P 3. Tools and Policies 34

RIS3CAT communities are voluntary associations of companies and stakeholders in the Catalan R&i system that work in coincident sectors and cooperate to incorporate R&i into production

As active stakeholders in the Catalan innovation ecosystem, they ensure the participation of companies and stakeholders from the system in defining, monitoring and evaluating

the priorities for R&i programmes. Their multidisciplinary profile and bottom-up focus make them leading players in entrepreneurial discovery processes that lead to increasing specialisation, as

ETPS are led industry forums of stakeholders that develop short-and long-term R&i agendas and European and national action plans that may be financed by either the

all open groups formed by public and private stakeholders (companies, business associations universities, etc. that are representative of the outstanding science and technology sectors in

ï§To group together R&d&i companies and stakeholders working in Catalonia in coinciding sectors or technological spheres in order to establish the RIS3CAT process of progressive specialisation

Main stakeholders Companies, business associations, cluster organisations, universities, research centres technology centres, foundations and institutions

RIS3CAT promotes new, emerging economic activities based on market opportunities technological need or new knowledge generated through cooperation amongst stakeholders from

different sectors. Once identified, opportunities must be included in an action plan that establishes business initiatives to successfully capitalise on economic potential through research and the

Clusters are established by groups of research and innovation companies and stakeholders with capacity for international leadership that present an action plan for cooperation, innovation and

Main stakeholders Business groups and research and innovation enterprises with capacity for international leadership in emerging fields of activity

Main stakeholders Technology centres, research centres, hospitals and associated foundations, university groups and other public or not-for-profit organisations in the science

in order to provide the best services to stakeholders and support for processes involving valorisation and know-how transfer to companies, and industrialisation

public investment in the research system and promoting its transfer to the economic system The RIS3CAT framework supports platforms specifically designed to implement the technologies

Main stakeholders Universities, research centres, technology centres companies and business associations Government of Catalonia, State, European funds

scientific stakeholders. This generates new products and services with high added value that represent a substantial technological challenge

Business consortia and consortia in which technology stakeholders participate ensure that the challenges posed by a given critical mass can be met,

Within the context of the global economy and the knowledge society, it also becomes essential to

Financingmain stakeholders Universities, research centres, Catalan public authorities, the education system, business associations and other organisations

Main stakeholders Research centres, technology centres, hospital research and valorisation units and university groups Government of Catalonia, State, European funds

each other and with other stakeholders to develop business and internationalisation strategies which often take the form of establishing international ties and relations with potential clients

a range of different stakeholders (companies technology centres, universities and R&d centres) take part in such processes,

Companies and R&d stakeholders can engage in this type of cooperation privately, but public funds are used also to cofinance collaborative and international R&i projects

-Supporting the active participation of Catalan stakeholders and the Catalan Government in regional networks (such as ERRIN, the European Regions Research and Innovation Network

-Training and professionalisation to enable stakeholders to work in a global environment and on international projects

Main stakeholders Catalan public authorities, universities, research centres, technology centres, companies and business associations Government of Catalonia, State, European funds

Main stakeholders Catalan public authorities, research centres technology centres and companies Government of Catalonia, European funds and

territorial stakeholders to play an active role in designing and implementing original and innovative economic development strategies in accordance with the needs and potentialities of the territory

on amongst the quadruple helix stakeholders to generate innovative and original responses to needs and challenges in the territory.

-A vision of future opportunity shared by stakeholders in the territory -The commitment to smart specialisation in the territory aligned with the RIS3CAT thematic

ï§To promote cooperation amongst quadruple helix stakeholders in the territory in order to strengthen business fabric competitiveness

Main stakeholders Local authorities, companies, business associations cluster organisations, universities, research centres technology centres and other bodies in the territory

enabling cooperation amongst stakeholders in the research and innovation system The objective of the Digital Agenda of Catalonia for 2020,

promote economic growth, enhance business competitiveness and generate quality employment Support for businesses and job creation are,

uses broadband infrastructure to connect companies and institutions in sectors of economic activity that use advanced ICT services within their process value chains to generate added value and

Main stakeholders Catalan public authorities, technology centres companies, business associations and organisations Government of Catalonia, State, European funds

improvement of specialised stakeholders (business angels and risk capital, consulting, technical and technological mediation services, legal advice, companies specialising in human resources

Main stakeholders Catalan public authorities, companies, business associations, financial institutions, science and technology parks and the education system

P. 3. Eco-innovation (Innovation at the Service of the Green Economy Eco-innovation includes all innovations that reduce the use of natural resources and emissions of

the green economy -Social (sustainable practices and changes in people†s lifestyles contribute to social cohesion and

There are many different measures to promote the transition towards a green economy -Technical and financial support for research and development, pilot tests and dissemination and

amongst stakeholders in the environmental and energy industries -Support for ICT uses that benefit the green economy (smart electricity networks and transport

systems -Guidance for companies to promote more efficient use of resources and reductions in pollution

Main stakeholders Catalan public authorities, universities, companies business associations, organisations and research and technology centres

the participation of local stakeholders, empowerment and citizen engagement The open innovation model enables citizens to access the public innovation system and support

Main stakeholders Catalan public authorities, companies, business associations and organisations Government of Catalonia, European funds and

competitiveness of the Catalan economy P. 5. 1. Matching the Education system to the Needs of the Production System

economy, the media, the new technologies, higher studies, etc..For this reason, to improve the

Main stakeholders Universities, research centres, Catalan public authorities, the education system, business associations and other organisations

changing needs of society in general and the quadruple helix stakeholders in particular. This is ensured by a system for monitoring

the Directorate General for Economic policy and Promotion, attached to the Ministry of Economy and Knowledge;

the Directorate General for Research, also attached to the Ministry of Economy and Knowledge; and

the Secretariat for Business and Competitiveness (Ministry of Business and Labour 4. Governance 58 The main functions of the RIS3CAT Steering committee are

administrations and stakeholders in the research and innovation system in all actions related to RIS3CAT †To define

reflection involving the stakeholders involved and the territory The RIS3CAT strategy focuses on combining firmly established R&i tools with new

cooperation amongst the quadruple helix stakeholders are the RIS3CAT communities T. 1) and the territorial specialisation and competitiveness projects (PECT, T. 9

stakeholders representative of a particular sector, is to develop and implement agendas for economic transformation in the leading sectors through the incorporation

which are formed by quadruple helix stakeholders representative of a territory, is to promote medium-and long-term action programmes

Based on the SWOT analysis of the Catalan economy, RIS3CAT defines four strategic objectives and four pillars of action that structure public policies aimed at advancing

the changing needs of research and innovation system stakeholders. For this reason, it is essential that the monitoring

Quadruple helix stakeholders will also take part in these evaluations, which will be carried out by independent experts


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