The feeling is familiar when, due to poor road quality, slow-moving traffic, or congested intersections, one can only sigh: it would have been faster by train!…? Well, it seems that in the vicinity of the 21st main road in Heves and Nógrád counties, these times are slowly becoming just a memory! Within the framework of the Integrated Transport Development Operational Program, several existing road sections have been transformed into expressways with the support of the...
In what way does green waste turn into arable land? Budakalász is already aware of the solution! Residents can now contribute to environmental protection in their own gardens through an excellent European Union co-funded program. The introduction of a sustainable waste management program in Budakalász, made possible by funding from the Environmental and Energy Efficiency Operational Program, raised the bar for the municipality’s treatment of biodegradable trash. What precisely is it, though? In general, people...
Job seekers over the age of 30 are eligible to receive assistance through the “Expansion and Development of Labor Supply” programme, which commenced in October of last year. To finance the non-repayable grants, the Economic Development and Innovation Operational Program Plus provides a total budget of HUF 78.41 billion nationwide, of which the European Union funds available in Baranya County amount to HUF 3.66 billion. Applications have been accepted in the programme since mid-May, and...
With the help of EU funding, a fully equipped kindergarten and nursery were built in Polgárdi, Fejér County. With this, the city has established temporary daytime care in nurseries, modernised the provision of preschool services, and facilitated women’s return to the labor market. The new kindergarten and nursery building has created a true wonderland for children, where the possibilities for space, play, and development have reached 21st-century standards. The building complex, which stands on a...
During the regional roadshow, visitors were able to learn about the latest updates on the Digital Renewal Operational Program Plus at four locations: Debrecen, Pécs, Miskolc, and Szeged. There was also discussion about the role of financial instruments and the possibilities for accelerating the digital transition of micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises. The upcoming calls for proposals for the Digital Renewal Operational Program Plus, co-financed by the European Union, caused a series of events that...
The pressure on research and development has led to the establishment of an EU support program, as institutions often could not join international research networks due to outdated infrastructure. Successful projects in this field can strengthen Hungary’s position in the European research area. The Center for Energy Research (Hungarian Academy of Sciences) has entered the world elite of materials science by acquiring an exceptionally powerful electron microscope. The aim of the call for proposals titled...
Two events were held in recent weeks regarding the EU co-funded Pillar project, titled Presence in Catching-up Settlements (ESF+). First, an information session was held for the mayors of the newly joining municipalities and representatives of the implementing organizations of the catching-up settlements program. A few days later, the results of the project’s first year were presented at a press conference roundtable discussion. Each member state identifies the operations of strategic importance that play a...
The enchanting landscapes of Mezőföld boast numerous valuable aquatic habitats, which not only provide wonderful experiences for nature lovers but also play a key role in preserving biodiversity. The aim of the Duna-Ipoly National Park Directorate’s EU project was to improve the naturalness of these habitats, increase their extent, and provide homes for protected species. The development focuses on three internationally significant wetlands located in Fejér County: the Velence Lake Bird Sanctuary, the Dinnyés-hides, and...
The Pillar project “Expanding and developing labour supply”, funded by the Economic Development and Innovation Operational Programme Plus, was officially launched on 4 December with a conference on Addressing demographic challenges by mobilising disadvantaged groups. The Operations of Strategic Importance (OSIs), more commonly known as Pillars, for the 2021-27 programming period aim to give greater visibility to EU funding, by giving citizens a broader picture of the results achieved. In the 2021-27 programming period, all...
In the district of Devecser, hundreds of children were able to participate in meaningful extracurricular activities based on tradition preservation, which not only provided a cultured way to spend their free time but also laid the foundations for talent development. These activities offered opportunities to discover the potential within the children through thematic, interactive, small group sessions, significantly expanding value-based knowledge alongside community experiences. The Live Source Association for the preservation of traditions based in...
