Bringing People Together for the Twin Transition - Networking Reception

After the Living-in.EU Digital Assembly, Living-in.EU is pleased to host a special networking reception titled "Bringing People Together for the Twin Transition."

The event will be held on Wednesday, October 9, from 17:00 to 19:00 at Scotland House, Rond-point Schuman 6, Brussels.

This gathering is open to attendees of the Living-in.EU Digital Assembly, as well as other stakeholders and representatives from European institutions. It will offer a valuable chance to explore how digital and green transitions intersect, and how these efforts can be harnessed across European, regional, and local levels to promote sustainable growth.

Event highlights:

• Connect the Digital and Green Transitions

• Engage with diverse stakeholders to discuss the opportunities and challenges of the twin transitions

• Share inspiring success stories that combine digitalization and environmental sustainability

This reception provides a platform for exchanging ideas on how digital tools can support the green transition and for building connections that foster meaningful collaboration.

Agenda:

17:00 Welcome of participants

17:20 Introduction:

• Pirita Lindholm, Director of ERRIN

• Faouzi Achbar, Deputy Mayor of Rotterdam, Eurocities’ Shadow Commissioner on Digital Inclusion

17:35 Keynote:

• Markku Markkula, Chair of the Board of the Helsinki-Uusimaa Regional Council and Vice-President of the European Committee of Regions

17:45 Networking drink and access to the 'Scalable Solutions Marketplace'

19:00 Close of event