Interreg

Themes

Interreg’s themes include:

1. 1. Health
   2. Environment
   3. Research & Education
   4. Transport & Mobility
   5. Sustainable Energy
   6. Efficient Use of Natural Resources and Materials

Objectives

Interreg seeks to encourage innovative cooperation between (border) regions to make Europe more sustainable and reduce economic disparities.

Details

Interreg provides grants through various programs, each with specific objectives, categorized by the size of the cooperation area and European regions. The Netherlands participates in the following Interreg programs:

• Interreg A: Cross-border cooperation
  • Flanders-Netherlands
  • Germany-Netherlands
  • Euregio Meuse-Rhine
• Interreg B: Transnational cooperation
  • North-West Europe
  • North Sea Region
• Interreg C: Interregional cooperation
  • Interreg Europe
  • Interact
  • URBACT
  • ESPON

Interreg focuses on the following target groups:

• Governments (National government, province, municipality, water board)
• Knowledge Institutions (universities, colleges)
• Businesses
• Development companies
• Non-profit institutions
• Non-profit private parties.

You are eligible for a grant from one of the programs in the following cases:

• You collaborate with at least one or more partners in other European countries, or you are open to such collaboration.
• Your project aligns with the objectives of the specific program.

Preparing a project proposal for Interreg requires both time and money. To alleviate the financial uncertainty, you can apply for a contribution to the preparation costs via the Project Incentive Scheme (PSR).

How we can help you?

If you are interested in applying for an Interreg grant, we can help you by identifying the links between the Interreg program and your project, utilizing our international network of offices in Europe. Our specialists, with their international experience, can advise you on how to optimize your application. Please feel free to contact us.