References

Original Reference: https://cordis.europa.eu/project/id/101136910

Brief Summary: This CORDIS entry describes PoliRuralPlus initiatives to optimize rural-urban linkages post-COVID by leveraging the green and digital transitions. Recommendations: Ensure the integration of green energy, digital transformation, and sustainable rural development practices to strengthen rural-urban linkages in all pilot regions​​.

URL: https://cordis.europa.eu/project/id/101136910

Original Reference: Cross-Border Urban and Rural Integrated Areas – Challenges and Chances: Final declaration / Annual Conference of the Association of European Border Regions (AEBR), Liège, 8 November 2013, 3 p.

Brief Summary: This article explores the differences in governance approaches between rural and urban regions, focusing on political trust and engagement. Implications: Governance structures need to account for differences in rural and urban political engagement. Recommendations: Regional action plans should incorporate inclusive governance frameworks that involve both rural and urban stakeholders in decision-making processes. Strengthen transparency and trust through participatory governance to ensure successful rural-urban partnerships.

URL: Political Geography

Original Reference: Population and population change statistics

Brief Summary: Eurostat data on population change in EU regions, focusing on natural growth and migration. Recommendations: RAPs should integrate demographic trends, considering the impact of population changes on service needs, infrastructure, and workforce in rural-urban dynamics.

URL: https://ec.europa.eu/eurostat/statistics-explained/index.php?title=Population_and_population_change_statistics

Original Reference: Thematic section on regions and cities

Brief Summary: This page provides insights into demographic trends in the EU, particularly population decline in rural regions. Implication: PoliRuralPlus pilots should incorporate strategies to manage demographic challenges, including migration incentives and support for young families.

URL: https://ec.europa.eu/eurostat/statistics-explained/index.php?title=Population_and_population_change_statistics

Original Reference: GRANULAR

Brief Summary: Focuses on rural-urban development projects funded by H2020. PoliRuralPlus should consider aligning RAPs with H2020-funded initiatives to leverage European resources for fostering rural-urban integration and cooperation.

URL: https://cordis.europa.eu/project/id/101061051

Original Reference: Promoting social cohesion and convergence

Brief Summary: Discusses strategies to promote social cohesion and economic convergence in rural-urban contexts. Recommendations: RAPs should prioritize projects that bridge social and economic gaps between rural and urban populations, fostering inclusion and equity.

URL: https://www.eurofound.europa.eu/en/topics/promoting-social-cohesion-and-convergence

Original Reference: Psychosocial risks to workers' well-being: Lessons from the COVID-19 pandemic | European Foundation for the Improvement of Living and Working Conditions (europa.eu)

Brief Summary: Discusses the mental health impacts of the pandemic on workers. Recommendations: RAPs should include mental health services in regional planning to address psychosocial risks, particularly as rural and urban areas recover from COVID-19’s long-term effects.

URL: https://www.eurofound.europa.eu/en/publications/2023/psychosocial-risks-workers-well-being-lessons-covid-19-pandemic#msdynttrid=7L2bux1_F1RdEejtZOG1yDFLB7-6bEQasELr96-3gd4

Original Reference: Re-Place

Brief Summary: Reviews the digitalization of public services during COVID-19. Recommendations: RAPs should enhance digital infrastructure to improve access to public services in rural areas, fostering better rural-urban connectivity and enabling remote work and e-governance.

URL: https://ec.europa.eu/isa2/sites/default/files/publications/isa2_report_public_administrations_digital_response_to_covid19.pdf

Original Reference: Rural service hubs and socially innovative rural-urban linkages: A conceptual framework for nexogenous development - Bryonny Goodwin-Hawkins, Theresia Oedl-Wieser, Ulla Ovaska, Aimee Morse, 2021 (sagepub.com)

Brief Summary: Discusses the role of public policies in sustaining rural areas. Implications: Emphasizes the need for policy coherence between urban and rural areas. Recommendations: RAPs should include policy advocacy strategies to ensure rural interests are reflected in national and regional policies【31†source】【34†source】.

URL: https://doi.org/10.1177/23996544211011833

Original Reference: Public services

Brief Summary: Focuses on how public services can improve rural-urban connectivity. Recommendations: Strengthen public services in RAPs, ensuring that rural populations have access to critical services such as healthcare, education, and transportation to reduce inequality.

URL: https://www.eurofound.europa.eu/topic/public-services

Original Reference: Urban. Rural. Europe: Strengthening Partnerships: Discussion Paper / MORO Project, 2012, 5 p.

Brief Summary: Focuses on the peri-urban space and its significance in balancing rural and urban demands. PoliRuralPlus pilots can use these insights to better manage land use and resources in areas where rural and urban regions intersect.

URL: http://www.purple-eu.org/publications/topic-papers-on-peri-urban-issues/

Original Reference: COMMISSION STAFF WORKING DOCUMENT Taking stock of the implementation of the EU rural action plan (2021-2023)

Brief Summary: This handbook provides guidelines on using research and innovation foresight to inform government policy, with a focus on anticipating future trends. Implications: Foresight tools can help prepare rural and urban regions for emerging challenges like climate change and technological shifts. Recommendations: Include foresight methodologies in regional action plans to anticipate future challenges and opportunities, especially regarding climate adaptation, technological development, and demographic changes, ensuring that policies are future-proofed.

URL: R&I Foresight in Government Handbook

Original Reference: PoliRuralPlus

Brief Summary: Focuses on climate adaptation in rural-urban communities through collaboration and capacity building. Recommendations: RAPs should promote collaborative climate adaptation projects between rural and urban regions, emphasizing shared resources, knowledge exchange, and co-developed solutions.

URL: https://cordis.europa.eu/project/id/101136899

Original Reference: Database on regional statistics

Brief Summary: Offers detailed regional demographic insights. This data can help RAPs focus on tailored solutions to demographic challenges, such as aging populations or urban migration, enhancing the ability to create sustainable regional plans that consider both rural and urban needs in PoliRuralPlus pilot regions.

URL: https://ec.europa.eu/eurostat/databrowser/view/REGION_DEMO_R_D3_R2/default/table

Original Reference: Regions in Europe - 2023 interactive edition

Brief Summary: Provides an interactive tool for analyzing regional data in Europe. Recommendations: RAPs should use this tool to benchmark their progress in rural-urban linkages, identifying areas for improvement and ensuring alignment with broader EU regional development goals.

URL: https://ec.europa.eu/eurostat/statistics-explained/index.php?title=Regions_in_Europe_-_2023_interactive_edition

Original Reference: Remote rural regions: how proximity to a city influences the performance of rural regions / Regional Focus, n°1, 2008, 8 p.

Brief Summary: Explores how nature-based solutions can contribute to economic growth and well-being in rural areas. Recommendations: RAPs should integrate nature-based solutions into regional development plans, fostering sustainability and promoting rural attractiveness for eco-tourism and agriculture.

URL: https://renature-project.eu

Original Reference: Rural areas in numbers (europa.eu)

Brief Summary: Provides key statistics on rural areas across Europe. Implications: Offers essential data for crafting evidence-based RAPs. Recommendations: Use statistical data to inform decision-making and policy development in RAPs​​.

URL: https://ec.europa.eu/eurostat/statistics-explained/index.php?title=Rural_areas_in_numbers

Original Reference: Better Food Systems For Better Rural-Urban Linkages”, Rural21_4_2018.Pdf

Brief Summary: Discusses challenges and opportunities for rural-urban linkages. PoliRuralPlus should emphasize strengthening these linkages for mutual benefit​.

URL: https://www.rural21.com/fileadmin/downloads/2018/en-4/Rural21_4_2018.pdf

Original Reference: Rural areas under urban pressure; Case studies of rural-urban relationships | Semantic Scholar

Brief Summary: Investigates how rural areas are impacted by urban sprawl. Implications: Provides insights into balancing urban expansion with rural preservation. Recommendations: Strengthen land-use planning in RAPs to mitigate the negative effects of urban pressure on rural areas.

URL: https://www.semanticscholar.org/paper/Rural-areas-under-urban-pressure%3B-Case-studies-of-Terluin/ea969b0143032d739638f1acecb42e12d95f4194

Original Reference: Rural Sustainability Transitions through Integration of Knowledge for improved policy processes | RUSTIK | Project | Fact sheet | HORIZON | CORDIS | European Commission (europa.eu)

Brief Summary: A project focused on fostering rural innovation. Implications: Innovation is key to addressing rural challenges. Recommendations: PoliRuralPlus pilots should integrate innovation ecosystems into their RAPs to enhance rural economic opportunities【34†source】.

URL: https://cordis.europa.eu/project/id/101061051