Examples and good practices From Greece, Finland and Latvia, which highlight the importance of “smart villages”, they were presented at the “Smart Villages” conference in Salamis. The experiences of these countries emphasize how the utilization of innovation and of their digital technologies It can improve the quality of life and support the local economy.
In his greeting, the Minister of Rural Development and Food, Costas Tsiaras, pointed out that the cooperation of the Municipalities of the Attica Regional Unit proves a strong will from local governmentuniversities and producers, to adopt a new regional development model. As he pointed out, the goal is a model that will It links knowledge to practice, tradition with innovation, and will provide young people to stay in their place And to create.
The Mayor of Salamis and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Municipalities of Attica Municipalities of Attica, George Panagopoulos, noted that “By hosting this conference, the islanders join forces, exchange ideas and plan the viable tomorrow of the next generations.”.
Similarly, the President of the Central Union of Chambers of Greece and Attica Regional Adviser Ioannis Voutsinas emphasized that the strategy of smart villages is not only about technology but also the participatory developmentenhancing local identity and transition to a viable model. In addition, he pointed out that “The cooperation between the islands is not only possible but also necessary”.
For his part, the Operator of the Cooperation Network of the Municipalities ‘Network Network’ through open procedures that have led to the formation of a strong Union of Municipalities, with the aim of disseminating good practices in all rural areas of the country.
The contribution of smart solutions to local development
More than 25 rapporteurs analyzed in six themes how the innovationdigital technologies and collective action contribute to local development. Solutions were presented such as digital land managementSustainable Natural Resources Management, Tourist View with Modern Methods, as well as the development of smart infrastructure. These solutions boost the local economy, create new jobs and investment opportunities, while at the same time upgrading the quality of life of residents.
The conference was implemented in the framework of the Transnational Cooperation Plan “Smart Villages Leader Network”, which is part of the 2014-2020 Rural Development Program (PDP), Measure 19, Sub-Hub 19.3-Diagnostic and Transnational Cooperation of the ICC. CLLD/Leader 2014-2020 Attica Islands.
The importance of cooperation for sustainable villages
Panel discussions have shown that the cooperation Among local government, society, scientific community and entrepreneurs is the basis for the creation of resistant local communities. These societies can take advantage of the challenges of the digital age as new growth opportunities.
Particular emphasis was given to the synergy of mayors and self -government representatives for a comprehensive treatment of local development needs and the effective management of available resources.
The Smart villages – or “Smart Villages” – constitute agricultural communities that use innovation and digital technologies to improve the quality of life and enhance the local economy. Through the digitization of agricultural activitiesthe sustainable management of natural resources and the support of local infrastructure, seek to turn rural areas into dynamic and sustainable ecosystems, attracting investment and offering young people.
Source: Skai
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