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Evaluating the impact of the EU’s support to Nigeria 🌍   Ecorys is proud to conduct the Strategic Evaluation of the European Union's Cooperation with the Federal Republic of Nigeria. The evaluation will provide insights into the EU’s programming, focusing on the transition towards a 'Global Gateway' cooperation framework.   Our work will assess the relevance, coherence, and effectiveness of EU-financed initiatives across priority sectors—including sustainable economic development, peace and security, and human development—while addressing cross-cutting goals such as climate action and gender equality. By identifying contributing and hindering factors, we will deliver evidence-based recommendations to enhance EU-Nigeria partnerships and support long-term development.   #Ecorys #Nigeria #EU #GlobalGateway #Evaluation

🌍 Ecorys to lead evaluation of EU Programmes in Azerbaijan 🔍 Ecorys will conduct an independent evaluation of three EU programmes focused on rural and regional development in Azerbaijan. This assessment will examine programme performance, identify challenges, and provide recommendations for future EU support as the country seeks to diversify its economy. With an emphasis on sectors like agriculture, tourism, and manufacturing, the evaluation aims to foster inclusive growth across all regions. The findings will inform stakeholders, including the EU Delegation and Azerbaijani national authorities, on strategies for promoting sustainable development. Interested in finding out more? Check out our website: https://shorturl.at/tDCmu #Azerbaijan #EU #Evaluation #SustainableDevelopment #SDG

Celebrating 5 Years of BAF II 🎉   We are thrilled to share the success of the BAF II programme, a key component of the Lao PDR Competitiveness and Trade (LCT) Project that Ecorys has been implementing with the Ministry of Industry and Commerce since 2019.   On September 13th, we hosted a special event in Vientiane to showcase the achievements and impact of BAF II.   The event was attended by senior figures from the government of Laos, development partners, and private sector. The event featured the launch of Laos’ first-ever Business Development Services (BDS) directory, case studies from some of the 360 businesses benefiting from BAF II grants, a series of expert talks, and booths from 30 local companies showcasing the programme’s impact.   Read the full article to learn more 👉 https://lnkd.in/g4BNqYU7   #BAFII #Lao #BusinessDevelopment #LCTProject #BAFIICelebration

Second Workshop of the EHS&CP held in Brussels 🤝   💧 Hydrogen is pivotal to the transition towards a climate-neutral economy, enabling emission-free transport, heating, industrial processes, and inter-seasonal energy storage.   At Ecorys, we support the Clean Hydrogen Partnership in its mission to position the EU as a leader in sustainable and circular hydrogen technologies and value chains. To achieve this, we established the European Hydrogen Sustainability and Circularity Panel (EHS&CP), aimed at driving the greening of hydrogen production, storage, distribution, and end uses. ♻   Last week, the panel of experts met for the second time, reflecting on a valuable presentation of the Panel’s work on sustainability and circularity in the European hydrogen ecosystem. Insights gained from the Panel's work will guide future projects and programmes. 💡  Special thanks to the European Commission, JRC, Hydrogen Europe, and Hydrogen Europe Research for their contributions. We look forward to strengthening our collaboration with the EHS&CP.

🌍 Ecorys to Lead Evaluation of EU Migration Support Programmes in Morocco We're excited to support the European Commission (DG NEAR) in evaluating two major EU-funded programmes, with a combined budget of €252 million, aimed at strengthening Morocco's migration governance. As Morocco works to align its regulations with the EU acquis, this evaluation will focus on tackling challenges such as irregular migration, corruption, human trafficking, and integrated border management. Our insights will help shape future EU support and contribute to more sustainable, rights-based migration policies. 🔍📈 Read our full case study here 👉 https://t.ly/9CRCL #Migration #Governance #EU #Morocco

At Ecorys we help our clients with shaping policies to make a positive impact on society. We do this by providing consultancy services in the fields of economic, social and spatial development in a wide variety policy areas 💡 Last week, Mario Draghi, former president of the European Central Bank, presented his report on the future of European competitiveness. The report looks at the challenges faced by the industry and companies in the European Single Market. How can Europe remain competitive in the future? 🌍 The findings will contribute to the European Commission’s work on a new plan for Europe’s sustainable prosperity and competitiveness. Ecorys will keep supporting its clients with research and advice to answer these challenges and develop a sustainable European economic agenda. We are proud to mention that our work on rolling stock supply was picked up in the report. Our study (for the European Parliament) concluded that the EU has a strong and cutting edge railway equipment sector that is highly important in the global value chain, and presents an opportunity for Europe to remain competitive. Our full report can be found here 👉 https://lnkd.in/enRtUP_q Follow us for more updates about (other areas of) our work!

🌍 Tackling Corruption: Ecorys Supports the EU's Efforts   Corruption remains a significant challenge across Europe, with the annual costs estimated at €120 billion. Recognising the gravity of this issue, the EU is placing substantial emphasis on combating and preventing corruption. At Ecorys, we are proud to support the European Commission (DG HOME) in its anti-corruption efforts through our technical assistance and consultancy services. As part of our commitment, we manage a network of 54 local anti-corruption experts across all EU Member States, monitor emerging trends, and play a pivotal role in establishing and organising the new EU Network Against Corruption. To further our mission, we have developed a dedicated Fight Against Corruption website, where you can explore our work and delve into the complexities of corruption through our newly launched podcast series. Given that corruption can be a multifaceted and intricate issue, we have called upon our experts to share their insights and help clarify this critical topic.   🎙️ Discover more and tune in to our podcast here: https://lnkd.in/eEz7un3n   For more information, please contact our colleague Mike Beke #AntiCorruption #EU #Ecorys #Transparency #GoodGovernance

Wonderful day yesterday with colleagues from across Ecorys sharing learning on our #environment #evaluation work. Topics included net zero, mobilising green finance, environment evaluation in the EU, international climate finance indicators, nature recovery, natural capital accounting, and achieving carbon neutrality in our work. Feeling very inspired and impressed by all the great work colleagues are doing! Erica Bertolotto Jude Maher Robert Spence Cara Stoney Brendan Parker Rebecca Smith Alexandre Mohamedaly Eliza P. Georgina Davis Thomas Krüger Sarah Hanka Cormac Quinn Liam Shah Jenny Molyneux Kay R. Paul Dowling Ravi Talwar Isabel Dawson Maire Williams Beatriz Sasse Julia Griggs Rhiannon Cottrill Thomas Bowe

Inzicht in de maatschappelijk waarde van psychosociale zorg voor mensen met kanker 🔎     Het merendeel van (ex-)kankerpatiënten kampt met zorgen en angsten over hun ziekte. De formele zorg is echter onvoldoende in staat om alle psychosociale ondersteuning te bieden die deze mensen nodig hebben. Informele psychosociale zorg kan uitkomst bieden. Denk bij informele psychosociale zorg aan hulp als contact met lotgenoten, activiteiten met lotgenoten, advies en belangenbehartiging -  Toegang tot deze zorg kan leiden tot een sterke verbetering van de kwaliteit van leven van patiënten en hun naasten.    In opdracht van IPSO Instellingen PsychoSociale Oncologie deed Ecorys onderzoek naar de maatschappelijke waarde van informele psychosociale zorg voor mensen met kanker. In Nederland is IPSO een van de aanbieders van informele zorg. Uit ons onderzoek blijkt dat ruim 70% van de bezoekers van de IPSO centra een verbetering in hun gezondheid ervaart. Benieuwd naar meer bevindingen? Lees het volledige artikel op de website 👇   https://lnkd.in/euxjdZFQ

🌞 Summer holidays are the perfect time to explore vibrant destinations, and Lisbon stands out not just for its beauty but also for its #sustainability initiatives. 🌿 Did you know that during the 2008 economic crisis, Lisbon embarked on a journey towards becoming a greener, more liveable city? Fast forward a decade, and Lisbon's efforts were in 2020 recognised with the prestigious European #GreenCapital award, making it the first Southern European city to receive this honour! 🏆  Now, the Câmara Municipal de Lisboa is taking sustainability to the next level by incorporating #CircularEconomy principles into its #urbandevelopment strategy. Here are some key insights on how the city is achieving this:  1️⃣ Collaboration is key: Partnering with other cities can lead to larger, more innovative projects. Collaboration simplifies securing funding and fosters shared learning.   2️⃣ Policy alignment: Focus on projects that align with the city's existing policy agenda. This ensures smoother implementation and maximises circular impacts.   3️⃣ Expert management: Navigating (EU-funded) project applications and management requires significant time and expertise. Investing in training internal staff or hiring external experts can facilitate this.  4️⃣ Local engagement: Involving local partners boosts project effectiveness and secures long-term commitment and continuity.  5️⃣ Independent expertise: External experts can serve as "honest brokers" to demonstrate the necessity and benefits of the circular transition, helping to convince stakeholders of its value and impact.  Lisbon’s experience sets an inspiring example on how cities can successfully blend sustainability with economic growth. And you? Which sustainability champion city are you visiting this #summer?