ENRD work on the topic of ‘Smart Villages’ – intended to explore ways of revitalising rural services through digital and social innovation – was launched with a first meeting of a Thematic Group (TG) on 26 October 2017.
The TG discussed integrated strategic approaches to innovation in rural services, emerging projects and the role of Rural Development policy in supporting them. Having heard about the abundance of inspiring initiatives at the European, national and local levels, the TG concluded that the ENRD website should become the focal point for showcasing these activities to encourage new ones and support their take-up.
