Best European Regional Development Fund Podcasts (2024)

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Ep. 19: “Ask Me Anything” – Live at FI Campus 2024 55:44

3M ago55:44

55:44

Main topics: combinations of grants and financial instruments, audit methodology, smart growth and sustainable finance, energy efficiency in housing, and horizontal selection criteria in the implementation of financial instruments. This podcast was filmed live during FI Campus with expert speakers responding to questions from a live audience: Jonat…

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Ep. 18: Ready for FI Campus? 11:45

4M ago11:45

11:45

A discussion with Jonathan Denness, Head of Unit in the European Commission’s Directorate-General for Regional and Urban Policy, hosted by Frank Lee from the fi-compass team at EIB. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Ep. 17: New Audit Methodology for financial instruments in the 2021-2027 programming period 36:39

7M ago36:39

36:39

A discussion with Dana Greceanu, External Audit and Senior Expert on Financial Instruments from the Common Audit Service at the European Commission and Iva Medugorac from the Head of Department for the Design of Financial Instruments from the Croatian ERDF Managing Authority, the Ministry of Regional Development and EU Funds, hosted by Desmond Gard…

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Ep. 16: Equity instruments under the European Regional Development Fund, the ERDF 1:10:08

7M ago1:10:08

1:10:08

A discussion with Vivi Papasouli, Mandate Manager at the EIF and Henrik Storm Dyrssen, Project Manager for financial instruments in the Swedish Agency for Economic and Regional Growth, hosted by Anna Zurek, European Investment Bank. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Ep. 15: Financing RePowerEU: shared management financial instruments combined with grants 35:07

11M ago35:07

35:07

A discussion with Kristina Vaskelienė, INVEGA, Lithuania and Aleksejs Kaņējevs, ALTUM, Latvia, hosted by Robert Pernetta, Holding Fund Manager, European Investment Bank. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Teaser trailer 1:03

1+ y ago1:03

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A teaser trailer for Accelerating Women's Enterprise - stories from the front line, a nine part series that takes you on a wide-ranging journey of female entrepreneurship.By Accelerating Women's Enterprise

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Ep. 14: Quasi-equity finance – a new ERDF model financial instrument 19:56

1+ y ago19:56

19:56

Main topics: Experts from the DG REGIO and IBB Ventures answer your questions about the quasi-equity model financial instrument. A discussion with Sara Dagostini, policy officer at the European Commission’s DG REGIO and Markus Lehmann, finance director at IBB Ventures, hosted by Anna Zurek, from the fi-compass team at EIB. Hosted on Acast. See acas…

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Ep. 13: EaSI Business Development Services pilot supports migrant and refugee entrepreneurs 23:47

1+ y ago23:47

23:47

Main topics: A discussion on the EaSI Business Development Services pilot and how financial instruments can be used to support the integration of third-country nationals using resources under the Asylum, Integration and Migration Fund (AMIF), or co-financed with other resources A discussion with Cristina Dumitrescu, Senior Investment Manager in the…

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Ep. 12: Financial instruments in changing times 44:32

1+ y ago44:32

44:32

Main topics: Experts from the European Commission and the European Investment Bank join Jacki Davis, moderator at the FI Campus 2023 event, for an informal discussion on financial instruments in changing times. A discussion with Jonathan Denness, Head of Financial Instruments and International Financial Institutions Relations Unit in the European C…

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Ep. 11: The New European Bauhaus Model Territorial Development financial instrument 33:41

1+ y ago33:41

33:41

The New European Bauhaus is guided by three core values, which are sustainability, aesthics and inclusion. When we speak about sustainablility, we speak about investing in energy efficiency measures or focusing of cirularity or biodiversity. Aesthics focuses on the quality of experience and style beyond functionality. Inclusion is all about promoti…

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Forward-Thinking Farming with Kay Croots 27:03

1+ y ago27:03

27:03

It’s no secret that agriculture is having a massive impact on our planet. In fact, the farming sector accounts for around 10% of all UK emissions. Lowering this carbon footprint requires a change in farming practices and consumption habits, and that’s the focus of Croots Farm Shop and Cafe. The family-run business works hard to reduce food miles, f…

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Ep. 10: Model loan and grant financial instrument for energy efficiency 24:52

2y ago24:52

24:52

Main topics: Experts from the EIB and the European Commission answer your questions from the 7 October 2022 ERDF event on model financial instrument for energy efficiency. A discussion with Aron Kerpel-Fronius, Policy Officer at the European Commission’s DG Regio and Olivier Dumoulin, Financial Instruments Advisor at the European Investment Bank, h…

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Nature-based Regeneration with Jamie Quince-Starkey 39:55

2y ago39:55

39:55

The future of conservation relies on an enduring relationship between humankind and the natural world. Those who are more in tune with their natural surroundings are more likely to behave positively towards the environment, wildlife and habitats. Jamie Quince-Starkey is the founder of Down to Earth Derby, a company that seeks to connect people with…

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Fighting Plastic Waste with Simon Irons 48:03

2y ago48:03

48:03

The eye-watering results of Greenpeace’s recent Big Plastic Count show that, of 100 billion pieces of plastic packaging thrown away by households across the country every year, just 12% is recycled here in the UK. We sat down with plastic-free entrepreneur Simon Irons to talk about the big issues. After a career in buying and supply chain managemen…

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Digital Insight with Richard Garner 49:43

2y ago49:43

49:43

According to a recent poll, only 1 in 10 UK-based SMEs measure their carbon footprint, and 1 in 5 don’t fully understand the term ‘net zero’. It’s clear that more support is needed for businesses, to connect the dots and make going green simple, actionable and affordable. That’s where Zellar comes in. Zellar is a groundbreaking sustainability platf…

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Earth-Friendly Homes of the Future with Martin Valentine 54:35

2y ago54:35

54:35

For decades, the housebuilding sector has given us poorly built houses that are costly to heat and emit high levels of carbon dioxide. Under new government regulations, newbuild homes must produce around 30% less CO2, so we need more innovation in the sector. Positive Homes build energy-efficient, affordable houses and seek to innovate in every are…

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Progressive and Sustainable Manufacturing with Martin Rigley 31:37

2y ago31:37

31:37

Global production sectors are responsible for a fifth of carbon emissions and consume a whopping 54% of the world’s energy sources. Many businesses within the manufacturing and engineering sectors are exploring ways to reduce their carbon footprint. Lindhurst Engineering - and their problem-solving approach to business - is paving the way for a mor…

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Tapping Into Support Networks 13:51

2y ago13:51

13:51

Research shows that, of all English regions, SMEs in the East Midlands have the least appetite for net zero transformation. In this episode we chat about how leadership, support, networking and collaboration can boost the desire for positive change. In this round table episode our guests are: Phil Mason from TidyCo Sarah Ball from Balls to Marketin…

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Sustainable Supply Chains 18:07

2y ago18:07

18:07

You’re only as strong as your weakest link, and you’re only as sustainable as your least sustainable supplier. What protocols or governance do you have to make sure your whole supply chain carries the same values as you do? In this round table episode our guests are: Phil Mason from TidyCo Sarah Ball from Balls to Marketing Liz Pasteur from Derby C…

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Entering the Green Marketplace 20:10

2y ago20:10

20:10

As many as 45% of businesses in the East Midlands are supplying low carbon and environmental goods and services. In this episode we talk green marketing, green washing and tapping into the green pound. In this round table episode our guests are: Phil Mason from TidyCo Sarah Ball from Balls to Marketing Liz Pasteur from Derby City Council Ian Bates …

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How Moving to Low Carbon Benefits Employees 18:35

2y ago18:35

18:35

With 68% of employees more willing to accept job offers from environmentally sustainable companies, reducing the carbon footprint of your business is a no-brainer. Not only does going green give your team a clearer conscience, but it can offer tangible benefits, such as a reduction in noise and cleaner air. Happier staff make for a healthier work c…

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Reducing your Business Costs 32:52

2y ago32:52

32:52

69% of businesses don’t know how to measure their carbon footprint. Time to get carbon savvy. In this episode we chat about how your company can save money by being more efficient with energy and resources. But just like your balance sheet, managing your environmental impact starts with keeping account of your energy use, waste and emissions. In th…

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What is the DE-carbonise Project? 34:30

2y ago34:30

34:30

To kick off the podcast, Fred Paterson and Bruno Gallotta from the University of Derby delve deep into the roots and origins of the DE-carbonise project. The project is one of around 50 programmes set up across England that helps small and medium-sized enterprises (or SMEs) in Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire to become more sustainable, and save mone…

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Ep. 9: The implementation of an EAFRD guarantee instrument in Greece 15:14

3y ago15:14

15:14

Main topics: The experience of the EAFRD MA for Greece in implementing a guarantee instrument under the 2014-220 RDP, lessons learned and plans for the future. A discussion with Mr. Costas Apostolopoulos, Head of Evaluation and Institutional Support Unit, Greek managing authority, hosted by Nivelin Noev, Policy Coordinator, Unit F3, DG AGRI, Europe…

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The Drive for Green Mobility 24:58

3y ago24:58

24:58

In the German city of Bremen, the local government has worked with an Interreg project encouraging locals to ditch their own cars for simply hiring one when they need it. Counting over 20,000 users so far, project coordinator Rebecca Karbaumer tells us how the scheme has managed to remove over 6,000 privately owned cars from the city’s streets, low…

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Recycling is Silver, Reuse is Gold 26:39

3y ago26:39

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Across the sparse landscapes of the far north of Europe, scientists have collaborated with master beer brewer Mattias Bergström to show how much can be done with waste wheat leftover from the beer making process. Mattias tells us how important the support of Interreg is in getting this ‘circular’ economy up and running in Europe, and of the commerc…

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The Power of Social Inclusion 23:28

3y ago23:28

23:28

Following a flight from Zagreb to Dubrovnik, Bruno Tot, from the Croatian Blind Union, is ready to inspect the work of a project helping blind and visually impaired people to travel independently. Visually impaired himself, Bruno tells us of the challenges involved in travelling Europe today and how the programme is improving accessibility for peop…

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Feeding Our Future Generations 25:42

3y ago25:42

25:42

In Sweden, a food revolution has been going on for some time. Consumers are increasingly demanding local produce of superior quality. We hear how meat farmer Agnetha Björnsdotter Berglund has capitalised on the trend, transforming her business by going local thanks to an Interreg programme linking small producers to national supermarkets. Meanwhile…

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Seeking refuge 26:49

3y ago26:49

26:49

Shahidha Bari hears from refugees that have fled violence for the continent and the Interreg funded projects helping them to integrate into their new lives. In the Italian city of Parma, the ‘Wonderful House’ is providing refugees with accommodation, visa application support, language training and other resources to help them become fully fledged c…

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Culture in crisis 30:16

3y ago30:16

30:16

From the northern Italian city of Bologna, Interreg has funded an innovative pilot programme helping artists build their connections across the continent, finding new work opportunities and broadening their creative community. Musician Guido Manfrini tells us about his work with the project and how the industry has coped with performance venues bei…

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Welcome to This is Europe - Season 2 2:10

3y ago2:10

2:10

There are 27 countries which make up the European Union, a union whose official motto is, ‘United in Diversity’. But how exactly do you cultivate unity across a region with such a diverse mix of culture, language and heritage? In the second series of This Is Europe, broadcaster Shahidha Bari talks to the Europeans whose lives have been transformed …

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Ep. 8: The use of financial instruments in Member States CAP Strategic Plans 15:39

3y ago15:39

15:39

Main topics: Preparations for the future CAP and role of EAFRD financial instruments in the Member States CAP Strategic Plans for achieving Green Deal objectives, generational renewal and the long-term vision for rural areas. A discussion with Silvia Michelini, Director at European Commission’s DG AGRI (Directorate-General for Agriculture and Rural…

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Ep. 8: Gli strumenti finanziari nei piani strategici della PAC degli Stati membri 15:27

3y ago15:27

15:27

Focus: preparativi per la futura PAC e ruolo degli SF FEASR nei piani strategici della PAC degli Stati membri per il raggiungimento degli obiettivi del Green Deal, il ricambio generazionale e la visione a lungo termine per le zone rurali. Dibattito con Silvia Michelini, Direttore della DG AGRI (Direzione Generale Agricoltura e Sviluppo Rurale) dell…

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11. CT Market in Poland 46:55

3+ y ago46:55

46:55

Today, Nicolas Albrecht Chief Business Development Officer from CT operator- CargoBeamer is Ernest and Jakub’s guest on the COMBINE podcast. An extremely interesting conversation about combined transport in Poland from CT operator perspective, and Cargobreamer’s experience on launching CT train in Polish market. You are very welcome to listen to ou…

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10. EU Policy and Combined transport 57:38

3+ y ago57:38

57:38

Today, Ernest and Jakub are hosting special guest – ms Maria Koidu from DG Move. With the other partners involved in COMBINE Project we rose a discussion on the shape of new CT directive and impact of new green deal policy on CT in Europe and BSR.

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9. Combined Transport Development – Lithuania Perspective 46:39

3+ y ago46:39

46:39

In the ninth episode of the podcast, we invite you to listen to Ernest and Jacob’s conversation with Mindaugas Butnorius from Lithuanian Railways. . The seventh episode of the podcast in a series of conversations about CT development provides the perspective of the various countries involved in the COMBINE project. We warmly invite you to listen to…

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8. Intermodal Policy in EU, challenges and opportunities 48:57

3+ y ago48:57

48:57

In the next episode of the COMBINE podcast, we invite you to listen to Ernest and Jacob’s conversation with Eric Feyen from UIRR. The conversation is about the intermodal transit policy within the European Union. What are the challenges and opportunities for state administrations in the European Union? We warmly invite you to listen to it, Ernest a…

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7. Combined Transport Development – German Perspective 49:53

3+ y ago49:53

49:53

In the seventh episode of the podcast, we invite you to listen to Ernest and Jacob’s conversation with Clemens Bochynek Executive Member of the Board in SGKV, The fifth episode of the podcast in a series of conversations about CT development provides the perspective of different countries involved in the COMBINE project. We warmly invite you to lis…

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6. Combined Transport Development – Swedish Perspective 52:51

3+ y ago52:51

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In episode six of the podcast, we invite you to listen to Ernest and Jacob’s conversation with Kristoffer Skjutare from CLOSER Lindholmen Science Park The fourth episode of the podcast in a series of conversations about CT development provides the perspective of the different countries involved in the COMBINE project. We warmly invite you to listen…

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5. Combined Transport Development – Finnish Perspective 33:18

3+ y ago33:18

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In the fifth episode of the podcast, we invite you to listen to Ernest and Jacob’s conversation with Jukka Siren, Project Manager in Ramboll. The third episode of the podcast in a series of conversations about CT development provides the perspective of different countries involved in the COMBINE project. We warmly invite you to listen to the conver…

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4. Combined Transport Development – Latvian Perspective 55:56

3+ y ago55:56

55:56

In the fourth episode of the podcast, we invite you to listen to Ernest and Jacob’s conversation with Normunds Krumins. The first season of the podcasts in a series of conversations about CT development provides the perspective of the different countries involved in the COMBINE project. We warmly invite you to listen to the conversation.…

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3. RoRo market in BSR 1:03:47

3+ y ago1:03:47

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Guest on episode three of the COMBINE podcast is Henryk Kaluzny Freight Manager for Poland & Eastern Europe from P&O Ferries. Ernest and Jakub with their guest discuss the RoRo market in the as the part of CT chains in BSR. Is the market developing, what are its prospects for the future and what are the current problems? We warmly invite you to tak…

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2. Combined Transport Development – Danish Perspective 1:02:56

3+ y ago1:02:56

1:02:56

In the second episode of the podcast, we invite you to listen to Jacob’s conversation with Niels Selsmark – Senior Executive Advisor in Danish Civil Aviation and Railway Authority. The first season of the CT development podcast gives the perspective of the different countries involved in the COMBINE project. We warmly invite you to listen to the co…

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Combine Trailer 0:16

3+ y ago0:16

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1. Bydgoski Węzeł Logistyczny (PL) (Bydgoszcz Logistics Node) 59:02

3+ y ago59:02

59:02

We cordially invite you to listen to the first episode of the COMBINE Podcast, in which we discuss the topic of Bydgoszcz’s logistics/multimodal hub in Poland. The guests of Ernest Czermański and Jakub Jankiewicz are: Dawid Szatten – Uniwersytet Kazimierza Wielkiego w Bydgoszczy (Kazimierz Wielki University) Grzegorz Boroń – Urząd Miasta Bydgoszczy…

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Combine Podcast – Introduction 17:18

3+ y ago17:18

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Combine is a podcast where Ernest Czermanski and Jakub Jankiewicz invites persons involved in CT development in BSR and European market. Disussions and comments provides an up-to-date image on CT and seafreight market.

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Cohesion and Recovery fund: friends or foes? 29:57

3+ y ago29:57

29:57

In this edition of our series on Cohesion policy, we have two very special guests joining: European Commissioner for Cohesion and Reforms, Elisa Ferreira and EURACTIV’s Jorge Valero. We take a closer look at how Europe’s historic recovery fund will work alongside the classical instrument of Cohesion policy, and what are the challenges of implementi…

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Changing environment: the green future of European regions 37:31

3+ y ago37:31

37:31

The European Regional Development and Cohesion funds, the classical tools of the EU’s cohesion policy, will disburse €242.9 billion euros during the 2021-2027 period, 30% of which will go to greening. In this episode we discuss how the cohesion policy contributes to protecting the environment and tackling climate change, taking a closer look at wha…

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Ep. 7: New Year, new flexibilities for financial instruments 9:47

3+ y ago9:47

9:47

Main topics: New flexibilities for financial instruments under the new Common Provisions Regulation (CPR) A discussion with Jonathan Denness, Head of Unit in the European Commission’s Directorate-General for Regional and Urban Policy, hosted by Frank Lee from the fi-compass team at EIB. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Cohesion Policy: How can the EU protect work places 32:32

3+ y ago32:32

32:32

In this episode we will look at how the pandemic has affected the labour market, what we can expect from 2021 as well as the different tools the EU has to help countries protect work places. To find out how regional authorities are dealing with the crisis, we spoke to the governor of the North Aegean region, Konstantinos Moutzouris. The chief econo…

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