Program Overview

Introduction to the Interreg Danube Programme

The Interreg Danube Programme supports transnational cooperation in 14 countries of the Danube region, focusing on reducing socio-economic disparities and promoting innovation, climate change resilience, and effective public administration.

Key Priorities

The programme's key priorities include:

• Enhancing innovation and technology transfer
• Strengthening skills for industrial transition
• Promoting renewable energy sources
• Preserving biodiversity
• Addressing climate risks

Social Inclusion and Cooperation

In addition to the above priorities, the programme emphasizes the improvement of social inclusion through efficient labour markets, education, and training, as well as social innovations. It also supports cooperation between EU member states and candidate countries in achieving common goals.

Programme Objectives

The Interreg Danube Programme aims to:

• Reduce socio-economic disparities in the Danube region
• Promote innovation and competitiveness
• Enhance the region's resilience to climate change
• Improve public administration and governance
• Foster social inclusion and cooperation among participating countries

Programme Areas of Focus

The programme focuses on the following areas:

• Innovation and technology transfer
• Industrial transition and skills development
• Renewable energy and energy efficiency
• Biodiversity and environmental protection
• Climate change mitigation and adaptation
• Social inclusion and social innovations
• Effective public administration and governance