Financial Sustainability Workshop 2026 - Summary Report now available
The Financial Sustainability Workshop 2026, 'Looking Ahead: European Partnerships and Pathways to Sustainability”, which was co-organised by EIT and ERA-LEARN, aimed to build on the discussions held at the European Partnership Stakeholder Forum 2025. The aim was to support partnerships in developing their financial sustainability agendas as part of their phasing-out strategies. The summary report is now available.
The key outcomes were:
- Strengthened understanding of financial sustainability. Participants gained insights into diversified revenue streams and the importance of a clear, credible value proposition that is supported by tangible benefits and transparency.
- Enhanced guidance on implementation: The workshop explored legal and funding models that organisations need to consider to attract funding effectively, emphasising the importance of building strong connections with national and regional innovation ecosystems.
- Mutual support mechanisms were reinforced. Participants recognised the value of collaborating with each other and the KICs, acknowledging that networking, information sharing and strategic alignment contribute to greater complementarity of activities. The examples of collaboration presented during the workshop clearly demonstrated this added value.
- Improved pathways for future activities: Discussions confirmed a shared understanding that collective efforts are essential for addressing TRL gaps. By collaborating, participants can more effectively channel future activities towards higher TRL instruments and European programmes.
Overall, the workshop provided a valuable platform for knowledge sharing, networking, and potential future collaboration, generating practical ideas that could contribute to financial sustainability.
Download EIT & ERA-LEARN Financial Sustainability Workshop 2026 Summary Report