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Observatories for the Analysis and Planning of Territorial Innovation Ecosystems
The configuration process involves the analysis and monitoring of tools for managing and monitoring territorial science, technology and innovation policies The construction of an observatory for analysing and planning a territory’s science, technology and innovation policies goes beyond the configuration of a system of indicators. It can help boost the relevance of the territorial innovation…
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New practices in the implementation of Territorial Innovation Ecosystem Observatories
In a world of constant change, territories compete to attract talent, investment and sustainable development opportunities. In this context, territorial innovation ecosystem observatories have become fundamental tools for understanding and improving the innovation dynamics of a territory. Their importance lies in their ability to generate knowledge, facilitate decision-making and foster cooperation between the different actors…
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Innovation in the management of industrial sites: the Management and Modernisation Entities (EGM) of the Valencian Region
Industrial sites are fundamental pillars of the local and regional economy, not only because of their contribution to employment and wealth creation, but also because of the revenue they generate for local authorities in the form of taxes. However, for industrial sites to remain competitive and attract business, they need to be properly maintained and…
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Transformation of areas with disused or degraded land in urban centres for the creation of innovation poles
In 2000, Barcelona City Council launched the 22@ project to transform 200 hectares of declining industrial land in the Poble Nou district. Since its launch, 22@ has attracted more than 4,500 companies, employing almost 60,000 people, most of them highly qualified. Since the project’s inception, it has sought to preserve most of the existing industrial…