Leading Systemic Transformation in Europe

Espoo recognizes the urgency of addressing global challenges such as climate change, biodiversity loss, pandemics, democratic crises, and rising inequality. These interconnected issues require a comprehensive and collaborative approach. Espoo aims to contribute to building a sustainable and equitable world by leveraging its innovative capabilities and inclusive strategies.

Creating New Systemic Concepts and Models together with EU member cities

Espoo will share innovative concepts and models that challenge existing paradigms. These tools will help other cities and regions address complex policy challenges effectively. Mutual learning process is taking place in Innovation Camp sessions organized throughout the year in Espoo and f.e. in Brussels or EU cities as part of the Eurocities WG work or as side-event of other events.

By pooling knowledge and practices from various fields, Espoo promotes multidisciplinary collaboration. This cross-sectoral expertise will be crucial in addressing diverse challenges and fostering innovation. Espoo will facilitate increased cooperation between different levels of government and services. This approach ensures the involvement of various stakeholders, enriching the decision-making process with diverse experiences.

Espoo emphasizes the importance of integrating local and international insights. By leveraging diverse cultural perspectives and global best practices, Espoo aims to enrich its activities and those of its partner cities.

Espoo is committed to applying theoretical knowledge to practical contexts. This blend of theory and practice will contribute to meaningful changes in local conditions and decision-making processes.

Espoo will establish site-specific ecosystems that facilitate testing and experimentation. These environments will play a key role in piloting social innovations and managing risks before scaling them up.

Espoo aims to describe the processes and competencies required for successful change in an inspiring way. This approach will help stakeholders understand complex changes and promote deep learning and cooperation.

Espoo’s expertise and largely implemented activities form the backbone of a collaborative approach needed for systemic transformation. The city aims to help EU cities understand how Espoo’s methodologies can enhance their own initiatives. By identifying and engaging pioneering cities and regions, Espoo seeks to drive systemic change in cooperation with businesses, research institutes, and universities.

Espoo will experiment with and test a modular learning process. This process allows participants to learn together while documenting and deepening their own work tasks within the context of systemic transformation. This bottom-up approach ensures practical, on-the-ground impact, fostering innovation at the regional and municipal levels.