♻️Rural regions are leading the green transition: 🔹 63% of renewable energy in OECD ➡️ Better Policies for Better Lives countries is produced in rural regions 🔹 They produce 6x more electricity per capita than large cities But they also face⬆️emissions & ageing infrastructure. Report🔗oe.cd/64f

“It's very important that more people recognise themselves in the narrative and the image of an entrepreneur.” - Ruben Brave Keep an eye out for our upcoming blog series "The Missing 11%" and learn more about #YEPA here🔗yepa-hub.org #YoungEntrepreneursUncovered

Problematic social media use – marked by preoccupation, escapism, deception & fear of missing out – is on the rise. Girls are more affected, especially in adolescence On #WorldMentalHealthDay, explore how to protect well-being online: brnw.ch/21wWvHQ

What positive impact did the Paris Olympics have on France, and how can future global events learn from them? Our 🆕 report shows how #Paris24 set a new benchmark, pioneering a more sustainable and inclusive model for major events worldwide: brnw.ch/21wWfso

“Learning how to learn from our mistakes and not be afraid - this is the biggest challenge for entrepreneurs in Europe.” - Irina Illieva (JA Europe) Keep an eye out for our upcoming series "The Missing 11%" and learn more about #YEPA here🔗yepa-hub.org

💡Much has been made of the decline of rural areas. Yet many are finding their footing again by seizing new opportunities arising from the #green and #digital transitions. How can policy makers help them ride the wave to resilience? 🔗oecdcogito.blog/2025/06/12/its… #EURegionsWeek

By 2060, over 1/3 of OECD ➡️ Better Policies for Better Lives regions will face population decline. During #EURegionsWeek, explore how communities can survive and thrive by embracing digital innovation, smarter governance, and long-term planning to create #ResilientPlaces 🔗brnw.ch/21wSOb5

💡#SMEs are vital but under-engaged in cleantech manufacturing. They make up about 95% of cleantech manufacturers but only 17% of exports. Our NEW paper offers policy solutions🔗oecd.org/en/publication…

📊Rural areas in OECD ➡️ Better Policies for Better Lives countries are, on average, 17% less productive than metro regions. Regional policies can help to build #ResilientPlaces by: 🟣 Boosting competitiveness 🟣 Improving access to skills & infrastructure #EURegionsWeek 🔗oecd.org/content/dam/oe…

📢 Join us live at #EURegionsWeek Tune into our workshop exploring skills-first, place-based approaches to help workers transition locally into future-proof jobs. Livestream🔗 lnkd.in/ecNWY53y

💡Over the last decade, housing costs in big cities soared by 68%. In São Paulo, authorities are using densification to finance social housing. Can this new approach inspire other cities? NEW #COGITO blog article👇 oecdcogito.blog/2025/10/10/whe…

🌍 How are regions & cities responding to climate change? The OECD ➡️ Better Policies for Better Lives Climate Monitor tracks greenhouse gas emissions, hazards & vulnerabilities across 3,500 regions & 1,300+ cities. #ResilientPlaces Use the web-tool here👇 localdataportal.oecd.org/maps.html?view… #EURegionsWeek

“We all have a passion, a dream, and a vision to bring to life. The reason we are in this game is to see it benefit people.” - Hess Adnani: Co-Founder, Unity Growth Keep an eye out for our upcoming series "The Missing 11%" and learn more about #YEPA here🔗yepa-hub.org

📊What if data could tell us which industries your region is best positioned to grow next? Join our workshop to discover how analytical frameworks can guide smarter regional policymaking. 🗓️23 Oct🕝14.30 CEST 🖥️Online Register🔗oe.cd/6dd

🇧🇷 Save the date: 25–28 November Join us in Rio de Janeiro & online for the first ever OECD ➡️ Better Policies for Better Lives Rural Development Conference in Latin America. Topics include: 🟢 Rural #innovation 🟢 Food systems – farm to table 🟢 Rural-urban connections Register now🔗oecd-events.org/2025-oecd-rura…

Excited to be in Brussels for #EURegionsWeek. Great to discuss how EU regions can stay vibrant & inclusive amid demographic change. We’re showcasing the OECD Local Data Portal & Climate Monitor — vital tools to understand & compare local dynamics. 🔗 localdataportal.oecd.org

🌍On the move with our EU-funded #TSI project with SG REFORM 🇪🇺 In Lisbon, 30+ stakeholders joined our consultations to shape a national social economy strategy in 🇵🇹 Explore OECD ➡️ Better Policies for Better Lives work on social economy🔗oecd.org/en/topics/sub-…

👥 Nearly 40% of OECD ➡️ Better Policies for Better Lives regions are shrinking - but #demographicchange doesn’t mean decline. Join us at #EURegionsWeek to explore how to adapt smartly & sustainably. 📅Oct 21 ⏰ 10:30AM (CEST) 📍Online Register here 🔗meetoecd1.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

Thinking of skipping that yoga class? You're not alone. But movement isn’t just personal, it’s a public policy priority. In some OECD ➡️ Better Policies for Better Lives countries, over 50% of people don’t get enough exercise, costing economies up to €4,300 per inactive person. Blog👇 oecdcogito.blog/2025/10/17/mov…

🏙️ Regional centres saw an average population decline of close to 2% between 2011 and 2021. As these rural areas shrink, many lose the services that keep communities alive. Can boosting access to services help break this cycle of decline? #EURegionsWeek oecdcogito.blog/2025/02/03/can…