Have your say on European innovation ecosystem!

The European Commission opened a new survey aimed at gathering views from a wide range of stakeholders on how to strengthen the European innovation ecosystem and improve innovation cohesion in Europe. A vibrant and inclusive innovation ecosystem is essential to fulfil the EU’s commitment to the green and digital transitions and contribute to a strong European recovery, economic and social cohesion, and global leadership in key technologies and innovative solutions.

The consultation contributes to a European approach to innovation ecosystems and serves as inspiration for European financial instruments, including Innovation Ecosystems and the European Innovation Council in Horizon Europe and “ smart specialization ” in the European Structural Funds.

The Commission is seeking contributions from a wide range of innovation stakeholders, notably start-ups, SMEs and corporates in all sectors, business support organisations, including cluster organisations, universities and research organisations, science and technology parks, incubators and accelerators, investors, and local, regional and national authorities, including those involved in the cohesion policy implementation.

The survey will be open until 7 September 2021.